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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.

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MaryCar_1542773
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Before you go, download Google maps for the area you are visiting so it will still work even if you can’t get a phone signal. This can really help whether you are just using your phone to find your way on a scenic walk or using it as a satnav. 

Rebecca_2404983
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Bring a soft ice pack to wear around your neck when you sleep. You never know how reliable the air conditioning will be in your accomodation, this way you’re sure to be a comfortable temperature!

Rebecca_2404983
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Bring soft ice packs to wear around your neck whilst you sleep. You never know how trustworthy the air conditioning will be and this ensures you’re nice and cool no matter what!

DavidSm_1842259
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Take  a small  UK 4 gang extension cable, use 1 adaptor to plug into the wall & you have 4 UK sockets no more adaptors required....

dollybae
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Put your flights in skyscanner or google flights to track prices and buy the dip! 

JohnWhi_2577329
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Pack a bag jump on the plane and see where it takes you.Life is an adventure🥰 escape your hectic life and enjoy the vibe wherever it takes you 

LoisOwe_2138218
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Always check trip advisor and roll your clothes in your suitcase,.. no creases and extra space!

HughMit_2091498
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

If planning to travel using a budget airline - Easyjet, Jet2 or Ryanair to name 3, always book as early as possible because the more full the flight becomes, the price of the seat goes up. 

Christi_2230151
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Take my Smarty Phone and enjoy free Roaming 

LouiseS_1876014
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Be a Smarty customer so you don’t pay roaming charges abroad. 

Mohamme_2737996
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Last minute plans are the most fun when someone experienced does it

JuanFer_2103659
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

I always travel with a small electronic  luggage scale to avoid dramas at the airport as I like to bring back traditional food and other local products as gifts. 

Mohamme_2737996
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Going on a road trip to many seasides. And fishing in South Shields pier

HollyBu_2402974
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Roll up your clothes so you can fit more in your luggage!

LisaSym_2386038
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Packing a quick drying towel. Can be used as a picnic blanket or for swimming or showers. They generally pack down small as well which is a plus!

SteveBut_911820
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

On city or town breaks, don't stick to the popular tourist haunts. 

Turn down side streets and wander at random to get a real 'feel' for a place and to find cheaper places to eat and drink!

PhoebeD_2310077
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Do your research before you go!

DarrenC_2464253
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Book a all inclusive hotel (some are the same cost as none all inclusive) then eat out if the food at the hotel isn't brilliant  this way all the drinks will not cost any more.

Mariell_2180822
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Make friends with locals, best way to get to know a place and you meet some incredible people along the way 

Beauba2633
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Vacuum seal your clothes! And bring a portable charger with you!

Bradley_1909315
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Have a digital and printout copy of all travel documents with you.

ScottBo28
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Email yourself a scan of your passport. That way if it’s lost/stolen along with your phone you can access it (along with the passport number) from your online email from any computer. 

BrianLe_2387778
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Do your homework and make sure there is enough to keep your kids entertained. 

Entertained kids can make or break a holiday and if it keeps them off their screens, it is a bonus. 👍

GeoffPea_517330
SMARTY Rookie
SMARTY Rookie

My best hack is to make sure you’re on the best network ever! SMARTY!!
Simple to set up the roaming, a strong network home and abroad! Just take your socials with you! So easy, just head to the pool side for a relaxing break. Can’t go wrong ☀️= Smarty 

Malteasergirl
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Ensure you have enough data to use on your travels. Purchase bolt ons before you leave if necessary. 😀

Anthony_2620954
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Be flexible with your holiday plans

Flexibility is your secret money-saving tactic when booking a holiday. It's a supply and demand thing, so if you can travel at unpopular times, such as midweek or early morning on a bank holiday, this can make a huge difference to the cost.

Stephen_2333201
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

putting breakable items in my spare shoes and trainers with a pair of socks over them just for extra padding and safety too

Jennife_1122402
SMARTY Observer
SMARTY Observer

Just go with it and enjoy relaxing 😊🌞

PaulJewe_127851
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Use Google maps on the area of interest and click on things to do. Have found several nature places to visit this way with some not costing anything to enter. Have found many places this summer to visit with little to no cost, may be of use to those who are budget conscious.

mrkuki
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Relax, enjoy and leave work behind.

MichalJ_1261163
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Take crocs instead of flip flops or sandals.

Jennife_1122402
SMARTY Observer
SMARTY Observer

Just go with it and enjoy just relaxing 😊🌞

DoronRa_1112185
SMARTY Enquirer
SMARTY Enquirer

Sun, Sea and Sangria 

Diane3366
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Ask people for their recommendations.Then choose from your options.

Timothy_2723544
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Pack light, keep space and always take you best walking shoes with you

MaryDun_2302685
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Take clothes that don't need ironed!!

NaomiBu_2674946
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Pack at least one set of change ie. Underwear, socks and light clothing in hand luggage for emergency.

DanielN_2106105
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Research local restaurants, attractions and use local transport.

Laurenc_1369973
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

The Dolomites and the Italian Lakes

Maddoodles
SMARTY Pioneer
SMARTY Pioneer

Start a holiday blog