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.
03-08-2024 15:51 PM
My best hack is to have a packing list, that way nothing is forgotten when you pack your case.
03-08-2024 15:51 PM
Reuse shein ziplock bags for smaller bits and bobs, first aid kits, swimwear and toiletries! They're the perfect size.
03-08-2024 15:50 PM
Set an flight tracker alert on Google Flights for your flights, makes booking cheap flights easy!
03-08-2024 15:50 PM
Buy your pool inflatables before you travel and save ££
03-08-2024 15:50 PM
Read lots of reviews on the area before you go, to make the most of your trip
03-08-2024 15:50 PM
Google Street view is your friend!
03-08-2024 15:49 PM
Google Street view is your friend!
03-08-2024 15:48 PM
Try everything
03-08-2024 15:44 PM
Pack light and roll up your clothes for ease of packing.
03-08-2024 15:45 PM
Bring my suitcase empty to fill it up at the return
03-08-2024 15:41 PM
Best hack bring a travel charging adapter
03-08-2024 15:41 PM
Alternative airport hubs e.g Liverpool to new York go via Dublin
03-08-2024 15:36 PM
Don't be afraid to DIY when it comes to booking your flights, transfers and accommodation separately. It's so easy to do using the web and you can save loads of money compared to package holidays.
03-08-2024 15:34 PM
Read lots of reviews to find the best places to visit/eat etc. There is always a lot of information to gain.
03-08-2024 15:36 PM
Re-use one of those plastic shower caps you often find in a hotel room to wrap up and pack your sandy shoes!
03-08-2024 15:36 PM
Skyscanner and airbnb 💥 for sureee!
03-08-2024 15:36 PM
Never forget to bring suncream and stay hydrated: that's the winning combo! 😂
03-08-2024 15:34 PM
Take your wife x
03-08-2024 15:32 PM
Take an extension cable with you! You need fewer adaptors and makes more plug in spots!
03-08-2024 15:31 PM
Use public transport and chat to practice your lingo skills. Start with a greeting and see if you can find out about places to see and eat off the beaten track.
03-08-2024 15:30 PM
Use Google translate to help with the language barrier
03-08-2024 15:28 PM
Travel lightly & if it's a beach holiday take some talcum powder, it removes sand effortlessly. Also google top rated restaurants & activities before you go 😉
03-08-2024 15:27 PM
Make sure you have all medications, clean set of underwear. Snacks and a drink. In your carry on in case of airport delays.
03-08-2024 15:28 PM
Spend big on a credit card, enjoy the holidays and worry about paying it off later 🤣
03-08-2024 15:27 PM
Pack a few clothes for each of the family in each others suitcase, that way if yours gets lost you'll still have a few clothes to keep you going till it shows up.
03-08-2024 15:26 PM
Have a handy folder with all your documents in, hotel, insurance etc.. keep passports in a separate one. Include maps and information of the area you are staying in, places to eat and things to do just in case your phone signal is not good.
03-08-2024 15:24 PM
Speak to locals to find the best food spots!!
03-08-2024 15:23 PM
Getting in contact with someone local to the area ahead of time for local-approved recommendations
03-08-2024 15:22 PM
Vacuum pack clothes, so they fit in suitcase better.
03-08-2024 15:22 PM
Always check you passport for any damage and replace if there’s any tears etc., make sure you check the passport expiry date is taken 10 years from the the date of issue & you have at least 12 months left on it before you travel on your holibobs!
03-08-2024 15:22 PM
Keep it simple like a walk in the country or a day on a barge will bring you peace.
03-08-2024 15:20 PM
Don’t be afraid to try new things and new places!
03-08-2024 15:21 PM
Vacuum pack clothes, so I can get more in suitcase
03-08-2024 15:19 PM
My tips - pack light and don’t cram too much in. Relax, savour and enjoy.
03-08-2024 15:18 PM
My tips - pack light and don’t cram too much in. Relax, savour and enjoy.
03-08-2024 15:17 PM
Local cuisine apps, and multi use clothing
03-08-2024 15:17 PM
Pack light, only a backpack and ask the locals abt the good spots.
03-08-2024 15:15 PM
Instead of having a single meal go for a drink and a starter and make an evening of it going to multiple restaurants for a drink and starter so you get to tour the place you are in and learn which restaurants are the best quickly
03-08-2024 15:15 PM
Privet taxi from the airport to your hotel. Gets you there before the coach transfer guests and more time relaxing.
03-08-2024 15:14 PM
Travel light. Only take hand luggage.