22-07-2024 01:38 AM - edited 02-09-2024 12:20 PM
WIN BIG THIS SUMMER
From a posh picnic to a grand getaway!
Would jetting off with a friend to Europe for a fabulous 4* city break complete your summer?
Well, it’s one of the BIG prizes up for grabs in our huge summer giveaway – win 3 nights in a 4* hotel for two with return flights, private airport transfers, travel insurance and £200 spending money. And when it comes to choosing the destination, you’re the boss. Take your pick of return flights from selected UK airports to either Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Copenhagen, Dubrovnik, Lisbon, Paris, Prague, Rome or Stockholm. The prize is worth over £2,500!
That’s not all, there’s loads of these great prizes up for grabs too:
HOW CAN I WIN BIG?
It’s so easy. Just answer this question to be entered into the prize draw for your chance to bag our grand getaway or one of our other super prizes:
The Prize Draw opens 22/07/24 at 10:00 and closes on 01/09/24 at 11:59 (“Promotion Period”).
To enter the Prize Draw entrants must be a SMARTY customer and have an active plan as at the end date of the Promotion Period. Entrants must have registered for the SMARTY Community within the Promotion Period and be over 18 years of age and a UK resident (“Eligible Entrants”).
Only one entry per entrant. Winners will be selected at random.
For full terms click here.
Team SMARTY
UPDATE - COMPETITION CLOSED
The competition is now closed and we will draw the winner from all the eligible entries. Keep your fingers crossed and an eye on your Private Message inbox.
Thanks to everyone who contributed some brilliant entries. We had almost three thousand posts !
Keep up the great work everyone; the SMARTY Community belongs to us all and succeeds because of your great contributions.
24-07-2024 17:53 PM
If traveling with people, split the suitcases in half and pack half your clothes in each. No one wants to loose a suitcase but if it happens at least you’ll have some clothes!
24-07-2024 17:59 PM
My tip or hack is to carry a muggers wallet... Half a dozen single dollar notes, a Supermarket club card etc which you can hand over if you're mugged. Keep your real cash etc in a body belt.
24-07-2024 18:04 PM
Don't overthink it, just pack enough, go, and enjoy the moment!
24-07-2024 18:07 PM
Roll your clothes, they take up less space and don't crease as much. Also, stuff socks and smaller items into shoes & other spaces, utilise all space available.
24-07-2024 18:08 PM
Check out trip advisor research the area you’re traveling to and consider booking excursions in advance to avoid disappointment.
24-07-2024 18:07 PM
Save time at airports by only travelling with hand luggage. Buy deodorant, toothpaste etc at the location and travel light
24-07-2024 18:17 PM
Take a four-way extension cable. That way you just need one travel adapter and can plug your uk plugs straight in.
24-07-2024 18:19 PM
We take a uk plug extension with 6 uk outlet sockets, which requires only one eu adaptor .
24-07-2024 18:24 PM
If you don’t mind where you go..,Book your time off then go take a peak at Skyscanner and get a last minute deal… great bargains to be had!!
24-07-2024 18:25 PM
Remember your phone as it is an outlet to every business and service on the planet.
24-07-2024 18:25 PM
Roll clothes don't fold
24-07-2024 18:27 PM
Take a multiple socket extension lead, with usb ports and one travel adapter .. we could never find our adapters when packing and this was a simple hack meaning you can use & charge multiple devices!
24-07-2024 18:31 PM
Go to the first bar you come to and don’t move until you have to go home.
24-07-2024 18:32 PM
Trying new food at small local restaurants and always checking out the not so touristy areas to explore the culture and architecture.
24-07-2024 18:34 PM
Pack a scarf for the plane and a handheld fan for the beach
24-07-2024 18:32 PM
Pack your clothes in vacuum bags to get more in your carry-on luggage and save the waiting around the baggage carousel. You will have less stress as your bag can’t get lost and you will have more time to enjoy your break.
24-07-2024 18:37 PM
Wear over ear noise cancelling headphones over the free plane earphones while watching a movie for some peace and quiet on long haul flights… just watch when the pilot comes through the tannoy though - it gave me such a fright!
24-07-2024 18:43 PM
Normal summer holiday, and Winter Australia holiday. 2 Summer Holidays!!
24-07-2024 18:42 PM
Have a USB-A and a USB-C charging cable in your hand luggage. You can often find ports at airport and hotels to top your phone up, especially if you use electronic boarding passes.
24-07-2024 18:46 PM
When packing your suitcase- take out half your clothes. You won’t need them and if you do need something just buy it when you’re away!
24-07-2024 18:52 PM
Invest a tenner on some digital luggage scales.
They,ll remove the stress at checkin of excess baggage charges leaving you chilled and relaxed as you head to the airport lounge for a cheeky preflight cocktail -enjoy 😎🍸👍
24-07-2024 18:52 PM
Get travel insurance
24-07-2024 19:07 PM
Use a soft sided carry on bag. Roll your socks and stuff 'em in shoes. And get a couple of the vacuum bags, you can get a lot of stuff in them. Air in suitcases is just wasted space.
24-07-2024 19:12 PM
Make sandwiches to enjoy on your flight, cheese is my choice (ambient temperatures). Then spend the cash saved on a nice beer or wine on the flight to enjoy with your sandwich! 😁
24-07-2024 19:10 PM
Plan your holiday ahead of your trip to maximise your time and adventures
24-07-2024 19:15 PM
Posh picnic
24-07-2024 19:19 PM
Wear several layers of clothing when traveling. That way you have a couple of outfits should your luggage be delayed
24-07-2024 19:23 PM
SPF 30. Reapply regularly. You're welcome.
24-07-2024 19:23 PM
Visit a hardware store in the destination country and marvel at the widgets, gadgets and tools you've never encountered before. It's fun, free and often results in a unique and useful souvenir 🙂
24-07-2024 19:29 PM
Passport, credit card and a hat and your all set. Go anywhere do anything you have the basis covered
24-07-2024 19:34 PM
The best hack is to book your next holiday on your way home from the last one!
We all need something to look forward to, and life is short. Do the thing 🖤
24-07-2024 19:39 PM
My best hack for a summer getaway is to book your next holiday on the way back from your last one!
We all need a little something to look forward to and life is short. Do the thing 🌱
24-07-2024 19:40 PM
When booking your flight or holiday, don't pay for extra luggage. Once your carry-on is full, get a cushion cover and fill it with the rest of your clothes and zip it up. All airlines let you take on a cushion, in addition to your bag, for free!
24-07-2024 19:47 PM
Always go one road back parallel to the main road when looking for cafes and restaurants- usually much better value!
24-07-2024 19:49 PM
Roll all your clothes when packing, reduces creasing. Enjoy your holiday.
24-07-2024 19:57 PM
Free roaming from SMARTY and an extra pair of budgie smugglers 🤣
24-07-2024 20:00 PM
What is your best hack for summer getaway
Pack your socks in your shoes, great space saver!
24-07-2024 20:05 PM
Plan ahead but also be prepared for the unexpected! Try to be spontaneous on holiday and make memories.
24-07-2024 20:08 PM
Plenty of planning so that you know what to expect when you get there, but making sure you save several days to relax and do anything that takes your fancy. Also taking a credit / debit card with good rates abroad.
24-07-2024 20:08 PM
Visit a hardware store in your dstination country and marvel at the widgets, gadgets and tools you've never encountered before. It's fun, free and often results in a unique and useful souvenir 🙂