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.
05-08-2024 08:03 AM
Take a microfibre towel (I take a small and a large) great to take out in the day and to use on the beach for that impromptu dip. Saves the weight of normal beach towel especially when going hand luggage only.
05-08-2024 08:02 AM
If you don’t have a smaller suitcase to travel lighter, buy one made 100% from recycled plastic bottles! I researched online, found one, and am now happy I can travel more easily, while not adding more crap to the planet.
05-08-2024 08:01 AM
When it comes to summer getaways, my best hack is to embrace the art of spontaneous mini-trips. Here's the lowdown:
Pack Smart and Light: Create a go-to travel kit with essentials—think toiletries, a change of clothes, and a few snacks. This way, you're always ready for a quick escape without the hassle of overpacking.
Use Deal Apps and Alerts: Sign up for apps like Hopper, Skyscanner, or Google Flights to catch those last-minute deals. You'd be amazed at the cheap fares you can snag on short notice.
Explore Local Gems: Sometimes the best adventures are closer than you think. Look for hidden gems within a couple of hours’ drive from home. National parks, quaint towns, or secluded beaches can offer a refreshing change without the need for extensive planning.
Flexible Dates and Destinations: Keep an open mind about where and when you go. Being flexible allows you to take advantage of unexpected deals and avoid the crowds.
Off-Peak Travel: Traveling mid-week or during the shoulder seasons (just before or after peak times) can help you avoid the throngs and find better deals on accommodations and activities.
05-08-2024 07:55 AM
Use Google maps Offline Maps feature to download the area where you’re going. It saves data usage, but more importantly it is a life saver when you don’t have a signal in some remote place … and it barely takes up any space on your phone, for 100MB you can cover quite a large area
05-08-2024 07:47 AM
Attitude..better than any room or travel deal. Go with an open heart and mind. Turn down the lane that looks interesting or speak with someone you might ordinarily pass by. The memories you make from finding such opportunities will be with you forever. The savings deal you get will have been forgotten by the next trip. Bon voyage!
05-08-2024 07:40 AM
split everyone in your families clothes amongst all bags/cases, that way if 1 bag/case gets lost you've all still got clothes to wear
05-08-2024 07:39 AM
Only pack essentials so you can go shopping on holidays!
05-08-2024 07:39 AM
My top hack for a summer getaway would be to pack light. It is just a getaway after all, and you'll tend to sweat more during summer if you're carrying too much. Make your luggage as light and carefree as you want your time away to be. That's being Smarty!
05-08-2024 07:32 AM - edited 05-08-2024 07:32 AM
Don’t over pack . Get a good beach bag so you don’t end up with ten bags taking the kids to the beach ! Research , plan , pack smart - then relax 🙂
05-08-2024 06:53 AM
When packing ready to go away lay out all of your holiday clothes on your bed plus all of your spending money. Take half the clothes and twice the money.
05-08-2024 06:49 AM
When packing ready to go on holiday put all of your clothes on your bed with all of your money. Take half the clothes and twice the money.
05-08-2024 06:43 AM
Last minute.com
05-08-2024 06:41 AM
research the public transport system, it’s cheaper then taxis!
05-08-2024 06:35 AM
Go litter picking, take the kids, do your bit and I guarantee you will find a fiver!
05-08-2024 06:18 AM
Keep a bag of holiday things (sun cream, insect spray etc.) in a single bag ready to go for last minute holiday bookings
05-08-2024 06:19 AM
Relax chill repeat
05-08-2024 06:09 AM
Make sure you have very distinctive luggage (customise it if need be!) - makes it easier to spot at the carousel.
05-08-2024 05:45 AM
Go where the locals go, do what the locals do, be a traveller not a tourist!
05-08-2024 05:30 AM
Not forgetting my CPAP machine and Meds
05-08-2024 05:33 AM
Not forgetting my CPAP Machine and Meds
05-08-2024 05:18 AM
Book early YulianK and look out for promotions 😃
05-08-2024 04:46 AM
Last minute bookings means you can get some amazing deals! I've booked only 4 days before I went before!
05-08-2024 02:43 AM
Drink plenty of cucumber water to keep cool and hydrated 👍🏼
05-08-2024 02:13 AM
Pack a change of clothes and a toothbrush in your hand luggage incase your hold luggage is delayed or lost.
05-08-2024 00:52 AM
To Win Big This Summer With Smarty. . S .H. M. Yeah!!!!!!
05-08-2024 00:57 AM
Yeah;! Yeah!!! Yeah!!! Break it or Make it Big this Summer a Smarty Pants ,, .
04-08-2024 23:43 PM
Pack cheese
04-08-2024 23:39 PM
Win the lottery 🤣.
04-08-2024 23:18 PM
Always remember to take spare clothes in hand luggage in case you lose suitcase
04-08-2024 23:18 PM
Be smarty & take SMARTY
04-08-2024 23:09 PM
Use TikTok for recommendations on what to do
04-08-2024 23:06 PM
Cherish every moment.
04-08-2024 22:57 PM
Take a re-fillable cup with a lid and straw!
04-08-2024 22:52 PM
Mind the peak seasons. choose the beginning or end of the summer
04-08-2024 22:46 PM
Don't plan too much, be flexible, it's not an exam but relax time.
04-08-2024 22:35 PM
If you plan to use your devices a lot on holiday, buy a portable charger
04-08-2024 22:32 PM
If going abroad check exchange rates for the best rates
04-08-2024 22:30 PM
Fly early to get more time away
04-08-2024 22:28 PM
Fly early and get more time there.
04-08-2024 22:27 PM
Fly early to get an extra day in your destination.