07-22-2024 01:38 AM - edited 09-02-2024 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.
08-04-2024 05:31 PM
Plan mid day trips to get cheaper flights and hotel prices!
08-04-2024 05:33 PM
Learn basic phrases in the local language, locals will be kinder and it will make the trip less stressful and a lot easier
08-04-2024 05:35 PM
Chill relax & enjoy your trip even if delays & minor problems, be happy 😃
08-04-2024 05:36 PM
Pack some snack bars in your case especially if you are travelling with children then if your arrive late at night you have something quickly to hand.
And roll clothes to fit more in.
08-04-2024 05:35 PM
If flying with a low cost airline with only a small bag wear as much clothing as possible when you check in at the airport!
08-04-2024 05:33 PM
Pack early to avoid last minute stress
08-04-2024 05:37 PM
Don’t be picky with your destination and work with flexible dates. You can bag a steal by being savvy with flights and last minute deals!
08-04-2024 05:36 PM
Use Travel Apps: Apps like Hopper, Skyscanner, and HotelTonight can help you find the best deals on flights and accommodations.
08-04-2024 05:38 PM
Grab the cheapest flights you can find - every one is an opportunity to go somewhere new. Pack light - save your luggage fees for spending on holiday. Research your destination and book tours/activities/museums online in advance as it is usually cheaper than on the day. Tah dah - a budget way to see the world!
08-04-2024 05:37 PM
Clean your house and make sure all loose ends are tied up at home and at work so you can fully relax and enjoy your break and not dread coming home!
08-04-2024 05:39 PM
Lots of pants and socks
08-04-2024 05:39 PM
Using smarty for EU roaming!
08-04-2024 05:40 PM
Use smarty for EU roaming
08-04-2024 05:41 PM
Organise your tech. Make sure you’ve got all the cables, chargers and adapters you need.
08-04-2024 05:42 PM
Mentally rehearse your daily routine, making a list if everything you need to pack. Repeat this a few times to see what you've missed!
08-04-2024 05:46 PM
Read travel reviews in the Telegraph, then book directly with the hotel.
08-04-2024 05:47 PM
Google earth
08-04-2024 05:50 PM
My best hack of this summer is to receive the buddy pass from my best friend who is stewardess
08-04-2024 05:51 PM
Pack light and come home heavy
08-04-2024 05:51 PM
Wearing sexy outfits and lying on the beach with sunshine☀️☀️☀️
08-04-2024 05:52 PM
Pack a mini first aid kit with essentials just in case!
08-04-2024 05:52 PM
Stuff your carry on pillowcase with some of your holiday clothing. Reduces the weight of your case at check in (win) and if your case goes for a different holiday of its own you’re not left without vital clothes whilst the airline recovers your missing luggage (win win).
08-04-2024 05:53 PM
Remember the mosquito repellant.
08-04-2024 05:53 PM
Research free or low-cost activities or attractions in the area to save on entertainment costs.
08-04-2024 05:54 PM
Eat where the locals are eating, and order what is in season and locally produced. Never trust google reviews for restaurants for seasonal holiday spots that are written in English!
08-04-2024 05:57 PM
Win this prize
08-04-2024 05:58 PM
Spend your holiday with people that make you happy. As long as you are with the right people, no matter what happens you know it is going to be a good time🫶🏼
08-04-2024 05:59 PM
Sunglasses
08-04-2024 06:00 PM
Use a car windshield sunshade as a makeshift picnic blanket or beach mat. These sunshades are typically made of durable, reflective material that can provide insulation from the hot ground and sand. They're also easy to clean, foldable, and lightweight, making them perfect for impromptu picnics or beach outings. Plus, they’re water-resistant, so they can protect you from damp grass or sand.
08-04-2024 06:00 PM
Enjoy!
08-04-2024 06:01 PM
Use a car windshield sunshade as a makeshift picnic blanket or beach mat. These sunshades are typically made of durable, reflective material that can provide insulation from the hot ground and sand. They're also easy to clean, foldable, and lightweight, making them perfect for impromptu picnics or beach outings. Plus, they’re water-resistant, so they can protect you from damp grass or sand.
08-04-2024 06:01 PM
Sunglasses
08-04-2024 06:03 PM
Only take a backpack (use vacuum bags and roll clothes to get more in!) - saves so much money and time waiting in queues at bag drop and baggage claim!
08-04-2024 06:04 PM
Take with you a thermal mug. You can take out a refill with you from the breakfast buffet. (Not sure if my original same answer was sent!)
08-04-2024 06:06 PM
Just enjoy yourself 😉
08-04-2024 06:06 PM
Book everything separate, pack less and enjoy
08-04-2024 06:07 PM
Leave your kids at home!
08-04-2024 06:34 PM
Smart 🤓
08-04-2024 06:09 PM
Book your tickets using a VPN, sometimes booking from a different country can save you hundreds on flights and ferry prices.
08-04-2024 06:09 PM
Best hack for a summer (or any) gettaway, make sure you have plenty of smarty data allowance, and have money in your add-ons for emergency calls/data/etc oh yer, and relax n have fun !