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WIN BIG THIS SUMMER

YulianK
SMARTY Community Manager SMARTY Community Manager
SMARTY Community Manager

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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:

  • Fortnum & Mason picnic hampers x 5
  • Luxury three-piece luggage sets from Rock x 5
  • GoPro HERO 12 cameras x 5
  • Beats SOLO 4 wireless headphones x 5
  • Tile Pro 4 pack (to keep track of your luggage) x 5
  • Tile Pro 2 pack x 10

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:

  • What is your best hack for summer getaway?

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.

2,847 REPLIES 2,847

BenMeth_1842528
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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!

Cliffor_2019491
SMARTY Rookie
SMARTY Rookie

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. 

Shane202405
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Don't overthink it, just pack enough, go, and enjoy the moment!

YvetteW_1352200
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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.

PaulGul_2729542
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Check out trip advisor research the area you’re traveling to and consider booking excursions in advance to avoid disappointment. 

Freddie_2347722
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Save time at airports by only travelling with hand luggage. Buy deodorant, toothpaste etc at the location and travel light

JamesSt_1822893
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Take a four-way extension cable. That way you just need one travel adapter and can plug your uk plugs straight in. 

Mickycshabba98
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

We take a uk plug extension with 6 uk outlet sockets, which requires only one eu adaptor . 

JaneDur_1486310
SMARTY Maverick
SMARTY Maverick

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!!

ALANBEDS_267834
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Remember your phone as it is an outlet to every business and service on the planet.

YVDM
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Roll clothes don't fold

JaneDur_1486310
SMARTY Maverick
SMARTY Maverick

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! 

ChrisHo_1096035
SMARTY Maverick
SMARTY Maverick

Go to the first bar you come to and don’t move until you have to go home.

Florent_1582907
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Trying new food at small local restaurants and always checking out the not so touristy areas to explore the culture and architecture.

Knox_429974
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Pack a scarf for the plane and a handheld fan for the beach

Gardener
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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.

Ainsley_1409399
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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!

JordanA_1113958
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Normal summer holiday, and Winter Australia holiday. 2 Summer Holidays!! 

Stephen_2635933
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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.

HelenWa_2746315
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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! 

PhilWill_568380
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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 😎🍸👍

DeanneW_1600988
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Get travel insurance

NRD-F
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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. 

Jonatha_2299173
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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! 😁 

Richard_1834151
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Plan your holiday ahead of your trip to maximise your time and adventures 

JanetBr_2634801
SMARTY Rookie
SMARTY Rookie

Posh picnic 

CarlaF
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Wear several layers of clothing when traveling. That way you have a couple of outfits should your luggage be delayed

JoshHenl_949860
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

SPF 30. Reapply regularly. You're welcome.

California1
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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 🙂

KevinWil_423671
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Passport, credit card and  a hat and your all set. Go anywhere do anything you have the basis covered

RachelE_2110613
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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 🖤

RachelE_2110613
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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 🌱

MattTheGrouch
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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!

MarySau_1443314
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Always go one road back parallel to the main road when looking for cafes and restaurants- usually much better value!

LynneSc_1756041
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Roll all your clothes when packing, reduces creasing. Enjoy your holiday.

Jon_1952792
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Free roaming from SMARTY and an extra pair of budgie smugglers 🤣

Jshearer258
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

What is your best hack for summer getaway

 

Pack your socks in your shoes, great space saver! 

LucyM2908
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Plan ahead but also be prepared for the unexpected! Try to be spontaneous on holiday and make memories.

Rachael_2498061
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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.

California1
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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 🙂