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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.

2,879 REPLIES 2,879

OliverS_2872437
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

My best hack is to have a packing list, that way nothing is forgotten when you pack your case.

Alouf2610
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Reuse shein ziplock bags for smaller bits and bobs, first aid kits, swimwear and toiletries! They're the perfect size.

Freddie_2671175
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Set an flight tracker alert on Google Flights for your flights, makes booking cheap flights easy! 

SimonTa_2135509
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Buy your pool inflatables before you travel and save ££

SueEdge_2430607
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Read lots of reviews on the area before you go, to make the most of your trip 

Anthony_1607739
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Google Street view is your friend!

Anthony_1607739
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Google Street view is your friend!

PhilipP_2470330
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Try everything 

CathyCl_1285682
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Pack light and roll up your clothes for ease of packing. 

DavidDe_2856871
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Bring my suitcase empty to fill it up at the return

IRLTVN
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Best hack bring a travel charging adapter 

SimonWi_2258877
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Alternative airport hubs e.g Liverpool to new York go via Dublin 

AdrianS_1961317
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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. 

SueEdge_2430607
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Read lots of reviews to find the best places to visit/eat etc. There is always a lot of information to gain.

gowertan
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Re-use one of those plastic shower caps you often find in a hotel room to wrap up and pack your sandy shoes!

CoryWWW
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Skyscanner and airbnb 💥 for sureee! 

Jayden
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Never forget to bring suncream and stay hydrated: that's the winning combo! 😂

KevinMcC_636297
SMARTY Maverick
SMARTY Maverick

Take your wife x

BryonyA_1930395
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Take an extension cable with you! You need fewer adaptors and makes more plug in spots!

NickPea_2376242
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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. 

AlanBro_2846335
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Use Google translate to help with the language barrier 

JoanneB_2379163
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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 😉

ToriciaS_807624
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Make sure you have all medications, clean set of underwear. Snacks and a drink.  In your carry on in case of airport delays.

Mathias_2380510
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Spend big on a credit card, enjoy the holidays and worry about paying it off later 🤣

tazmania79
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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.

NicolaC_2635836
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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. 

LizzieS_1515871
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Speak to locals to find the best food spots!! 

KateLac_2771525
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Getting in contact with someone local to the area ahead of time for local-approved recommendations

MathewL_1904276
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Vacuum pack clothes, so they fit in suitcase better.

JohnSte_2003389
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

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!

paulhunting
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Keep it simple like a walk in the country or a day on a barge will bring you peace.

AmyCowa_2780114
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Don’t be afraid to try new things and new places!

MathewL_1904276
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Vacuum pack clothes, so I can get more in suitcase

JohnRobe_507501
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

My tips - pack light and don’t cram too much in. Relax, savour and enjoy. 

JohnRobe_507501
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

My tips - pack light and don’t cram too much in. Relax, savour and enjoy. 

CarlLam_1340505
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Local cuisine apps, and  multi use clothing 

AnikoSin_797788
SMARTY Maverick
SMARTY Maverick

Pack light, only a backpack and ask the locals abt the good spots.

JoshuaM_2171157
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

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

JasonPa_1993328
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Privet taxi from the airport to your hotel. Gets you there before the coach transfer guests and more time relaxing. 

JasonWai_470413
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Travel light. Only take hand luggage.