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.
04-08-2024 14:06 PM
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.
04-08-2024 14:07 PM
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!
04-08-2024 14:06 PM
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!
04-08-2024 14:06 PM
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....
04-08-2024 14:02 PM
Put your flights in skyscanner or google flights to track prices and buy the dip!
04-08-2024 14:00 PM
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
04-08-2024 13:59 PM
Always check trip advisor and roll your clothes in your suitcase,.. no creases and extra space!
04-08-2024 13:59 PM
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.
04-08-2024 13:59 PM
Take my Smarty Phone and enjoy free Roaming
04-08-2024 13:55 PM
Be a Smarty customer so you don’t pay roaming charges abroad.
04-08-2024 13:55 PM
Last minute plans are the most fun when someone experienced does it
04-08-2024 13:53 PM
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.
04-08-2024 13:53 PM
Going on a road trip to many seasides. And fishing in South Shields pier
04-08-2024 13:53 PM
Roll up your clothes so you can fit more in your luggage!
04-08-2024 13:51 PM
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!
04-08-2024 13:50 PM
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!
04-08-2024 13:47 PM
Do your research before you go!
04-08-2024 13:45 PM
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.
04-08-2024 13:46 PM
Make friends with locals, best way to get to know a place and you meet some incredible people along the way
04-08-2024 13:43 PM
Vacuum seal your clothes! And bring a portable charger with you!
04-08-2024 13:43 PM
Have a digital and printout copy of all travel documents with you.
04-08-2024 13:41 PM
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.
04-08-2024 13:40 PM
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. 👍
04-08-2024 13:39 PM
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
04-08-2024 13:39 PM
Ensure you have enough data to use on your travels. Purchase bolt ons before you leave if necessary. 😀
04-08-2024 13:37 PM
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.
04-08-2024 13:37 PM
putting breakable items in my spare shoes and trainers with a pair of socks over them just for extra padding and safety too
04-08-2024 13:36 PM
Just go with it and enjoy relaxing 😊🌞
04-08-2024 13:36 PM
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.
04-08-2024 13:33 PM
Relax, enjoy and leave work behind.
04-08-2024 13:34 PM
Take crocs instead of flip flops or sandals.
04-08-2024 13:31 PM
Just go with it and enjoy just relaxing 😊🌞
04-08-2024 13:32 PM
Sun, Sea and Sangria
04-08-2024 13:31 PM
Ask people for their recommendations.Then choose from your options.
04-08-2024 13:30 PM
Pack light, keep space and always take you best walking shoes with you
04-08-2024 13:30 PM
Take clothes that don't need ironed!!
04-08-2024 13:28 PM
Pack at least one set of change ie. Underwear, socks and light clothing in hand luggage for emergency.
04-08-2024 13:28 PM
Research local restaurants, attractions and use local transport.
04-08-2024 13:28 PM
The Dolomites and the Italian Lakes
04-08-2024 13:26 PM
Start a holiday blog