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E: 31/10 WIN AN INCREDIBLE GETAWAY FOR TWO THANKS TO BRITISH TRAVEL AWARDS

https://campaign.smoothradio.com/bta-2025

The British Travel Awards shine a spotlight on the best in travel and tourism. From innovative tour operators to awe-inspiring destinations, the BTAs promise to recognise the people, places and brands shaping the future of travel.

And to get you inspired, we’ve partnered with the British Travel Awards to give you the chance to win an unforgettable holiday. You could win an 11-day tour for two people across India with Distant Journeys, including a range of unforgettable experiences such as sight-seeing tours in Delhi, Agra & Jaipur, breakfast and dinner included each day, return flights and much more! 

For your chance to win, enter the competition below.

WIN WITH BRITISH TRAVEL AWARDS

For your chance to win an 11-day tour for two people across India with British Travel Awards and Distant Journeys, including a range of unforgettable experiences as well return flights with award-winning airlines from selected UK airports, answer the question correctly below!

Entries close at 23:59 Friday 31st October 2025.

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    https://campaign.smoothradio.com/terms-conditions/db57fcde-cc53-4826-8f57-a3526b44

    British Travel Awards on Smooth, October 2025 – Specific Rules 
      
    1.    The British Travel Awards promotion (‘Promotion’) is organised by Global (as defined in the General Terms and Conditions). The Promotion will run from 15th October 2025 to 31st October 2025 on Smooth. Global is the Promoter. The ‘Promotion Partner’ mentioned in these Specific Rules is British Travel Awards and the ‘Prize Provider’ is Distant Journeys. 

    2.    IMPORTANT: The Promotion is subject to these Specific Rules and the General Terms and Conditions which are available here (together, the ‘Promotion Terms and Conditions’). Entry into the Promotion constitutes acceptance of these Specific Rules and the General Terms and Conditions. 

    Details of the Promotion: 
      
    3.    To enter the Promotion, you must go online to the Promotion entry page which can be accessed at https://www.smoothradio.com/win/ or via the Global Player app by clicking on the Win with Smooth tile, register your details and submit an answer to the multiple choice question provided.  

    4.    Online entry will open at 17:00 on 15th October 2025 and close at 23:59 on 31st October 2025. Entries received before or after this time will not be included in the Promotion. 

    5.    Bulk, automated, machine assisted, third party, syndicate or other group entries are prohibited and we will disqualify any entries (and withhold or reclaim any associated prize from you) which, in our reasonable opinion, appear to have used any of these entry methods or, for example (without limitation), entries or votes that have been made from the same IP address, email address, postal address, telephone number, or similar or entries which we, at our sole discretion but acting reasonably, consider to be suspicious or fraudulent. 

    6.    If we know or suspect you are trying to enter or have entered this Promotion by using more than one phone number or if we know or suspect you are using variations of your name, we reserve the right to disqualify any relevant entry(ies) and exclude you from this Promotion and also permanently exclude you from entering any of our Promotions. 

    7.     Within 28 days of the closing time of the Promotion, all eligible entries will be entered into a draw. One correct entry will be selected at random and the winning entrant will be contacted by one of our representatives via email OR telephone on the telephone number on which you entered. If such winner does not respond within 28 days from being contacted, they will forfeit their right to the prize and we shall be entitled to select another winner by another random draw. That subsequent winner must respond to the notification email within 28 days of the date on which they are notified, or they will also forfeit the prize.  

    8.    We Distant Journeys and the British Travel Awards may publish and publicise your name, image, social media handle and/or profile picture, your nearest geographical location (for example, your nearest city, town or county) and your entry, and we may refer to your and any applicable third party’s (for example a guest/travel companion) association with the Promotion and/or the prize, in any and all media, worldwide, in perpetuity, for publicity and PR purposes solely in connection with the Promotion; subject always to our Privacy Policy and all applicable laws. 

    9.    In relation to winners (and runners up if applicable), you understand that we and our Promotion Partner may: (i) interview you and your guest(s)/travel companion(s) which we may film, photograph and/or record and; (ii) film, photograph and/or record, you and your guest(s)/travel companion(s) in connection with the Promotion, either by telephone or in person, and we may use such films, recordings and/or photographs for publicity and PR purposes in any and all media, worldwide, as often and for as long as we consider appropriate or desirable in connection with the Promotion, unless you object to your and/or your guest’s information being published or made available. We may also publish your and your guest(s)/travel companion(s) name, image, social media handle and/or profile picture. 

    10.    This Promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Apple. 

    Eligibility: 
      
    11.    The Promotion is only open to residents of the UK aged 18 and over and who are based in the UK at the time of entry. 

    12.    Entry is restricted to one entry per person; duplicate entries will be excluded from the Promotion.  

    13.    Only one name and telephone number may be used by you in relation to this Promotion. The use of multiple names, telephone numbers and/or devices is a breach of our Promotion Terms and Conditions and we reserve the right to disqualify your entry(ies) and you will forfeit your prize should we know or have reason to believe that you attempted to use or did use more than one name, phone number and/or device to enter this Promotion. It is also prohibited for anyone else to enter the Promotion using the same phone number including household members or friends.  

    14.    Before transferring any winnings to you we reserve the right to request Photo ID (such as your passport or driving licence) and confirmation that the telephone number you entered on belongs to you and proof of your home address (such as a phone bill with your name, address and telephone number on). You agree and understand that should you win a cash prize you may be required to provide these to verify your eligibility. If you fail to provide the requested information and we are unable to verify your eligibility, we reserve the right to withhold any prize from you. 
      
    Prize: 
      
    15.    One winning entrant will receive a 11 day tour for two people across India. The tour includes:  

    A).   Return economy Virgin Atlantic Flights from London Heathrow to Delhi or Emirates via Dubai from Manchester, Birmingham, London Heathrow or London Gatwick; or with Qatar Airways via Doha from Manchester or London Heathrow.  

    B ). Selected four to five star hotels:

    i)   1 Night at ITC Maurya Hotel, Delhi
    ii)  1 Night at Mughal Hotel, Agra
    iii) 2 Nights at Ranthambore Regency Hotel, Ranthambore
    iv)  3 Nights at ITC Rajputana Hotel, Jaipur
    v)   2 Nights at Taj City Centre Gurugram, Delhi


    C). Breakfast and dinner each day. Three of the tours days will also include lunch.  

    D).  £250 spending money  

    D). Travel Insurance 

    E). Included experiences:

    i)   Sightseeing tours in Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur
    ii)  Food walk in Old Delhi
    iii) Rail journey onboard the Gatimaan Express
    iv)  Visiting the Taj Mahal
    v)   Tour of Chand Baori Stepwell
    vi)  Abhaneri Tiger talk with naturalist and two safaris in Ranthambore National Park
    vii) Jeep ride and tour of Amber Fort, Jaipur

    16. Must travel from London Heathrow with Virgin Atlantic or with Emirates via Dubai from Manchester, Birmingham, London Heathrow or London Gatwick; or with Qatar Airways via Doha from Manchester or London Heathrow. Your bookings must be made at least 12 weeks prior to intended travel and the trip must be booked by 01/10/2026, after which the prize will expire with no alternative or compensation offered. The prize is non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and has no cash alternative. Once booked, no changes, cancellations or substitutions can be made. Not included in this prize: UK transfers, single occupancy or private tours, upgrades, additional meals/drinks other than those stated, visas, any other requirements to travel. Inclusions for the Delhi, Agra and Jaipur & Ranthambore tours are correct at time of publishing, but are subject to change. Accommodation is for two people sharing a standard twin or double room. Return flights are economy class only, selected airlines (Virgin Atlantic Flights from London Heathrow to Delhi or Emirates via Dubai from Manchester, Birmingham, London Heathrow or London Gatwick; or with Qatar Airways via Doha from Manchester or London Heathrow), selected departure dates and UK airports apply. This prize offers two places on a small group tour with a maximum of 24 passengers and is subject to availability. The winner will be supplied with a range of dates to choose from, subject to availability. No further upgrades, fees or costs outside of the tour description are included. The winner and their companion must be aged 18 or over and are responsible for ensuring they meet all travel and entry requirements, including holding valid passports, visas, vaccinations and travel insurance. A Tourist Visa is required for travel to India and the cost for this is not included. Distant Journeys reserves the right to substitute elements of the prize or offer a suitable alternative of equal or greater value if circumstances beyond their control make this necessary. The prize is offered in accordance with Distant Journeys’ standard booking conditions, available at www.distantjourneys.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/.

    17.     We will endeavour to transfer the prize money to your bank account within 28 days but are not responsible for any delays You must provide all necessary details via the method directed within 14 days after the original request to do so otherwise the prize will be forfeited at our discretion.  

    18.    You understand that should you win a prize package that is made up of various elements you are required to redeem all aspects of the prize in order to keep the prize. For example, you will not be able to accept the spending money only. If you are unable to accept the prize awarded in full, we reserve the right to withdraw the entire prize package and select another entrant to play or win as applicable.  

    19.    You must, at your own cost, comply with all necessary checks, and/or tests required for travelling to and from and entering and exiting your travel destination/venue. This includes, but is not limited to, purchasing, organising, undertaking, recording and/or registering any required Covid-19 tests. We will not be responsible for any costs incurred by you in complying with this clause, nor will we purchase, organise, undertake, record and/or register any required Covid-19 tests.  

    20.    You must comply with all applicable rules, regulations and guidance relating to Covid-19, both in the UK and your travel destination/venue. We are not responsible for your failure to comply with such rules, regulations and guidance.  

    21.    You acknowledge and agree that, without limitation to the provisions of Clause 12 of the General Terms & Conditions, our ability to fulfil a prize and/or perform any of our obligations under the Promotion Terms and Conditions could be affected by an actual or threatened epidemic, pandemic, disease or quarantine and/or any corresponding governmental action, guidance and/or ruling (including but not limited to any Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office guidance) (collectively ‘Covid Measures’).   
    If due to any Covid Measures, we are unable to fulfil a prize or perform any of our other obligations under the Promotion Terms and Conditions, then we shall not be in breach of the Promotion Terms and Conditions. In accordance with Clause 25 below, in these circumstances, we reserve the right to substitute the prize with another prize of equal or greater value at our absolute discretion.] 

    22. Travel insurance is provided by the Promoter on an optional basis and is subject to normal terms of acceptance. Pre-existing medical conditions may not be covered. Travellers must be 74 years old or younger. It is the sole responsibility of the winner to check the Promoter’s travel insurance policy to ensure it provides the appropriate level of cover required. If travel is to the following locations: Nigeria, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Mexico, Venezuela, India, Iraq, Philippines, Honduras, Brazil, Somalia, Algeria, Mali, Mauritania or Niger, full names of travellers must be supplied to the insurer before travel. The travel insurance is provided to the winner on the understanding and agreement that it is only valid for the holiday prize described in this Promotion. Should the winner decide not to accept the Promoter’s travel insurance policy the responsibility will be on the winner to obtain suitable travel insurance for themselves and, where applicable, their guests. 

    23.    Any other costs and expenses which are not specifically included in the prize description are excluded and will be the sole responsibility of the winner. By way of example, without limitation, transfers to UK airports are not included within the prize. 

    24.     The prize is non-transferable and non-refundable. No cash alternative is available except at our sole discretion. 

    25.    We reserve the right to substitute the prize with another prize of equal or greater value at our absolute discretion. 

    26.     For all enquiries in connection with the Promotion please contact our customer support team at https://global.com/contact/
      
    Data Protection: 

    27.    Your personal data that you provide to us will be collected and processed by us, our licensees (including Communicorp UK Limited) and our Promotion Partner as well as the prize providers, and if applicable, our service providers, network operators and suppliers in order to administer and fulfil the Promotion. Your personal data may also be disclosed to Ofcom and/or the Advertising Standards Authority at their reasonable request for regulatory purposes, for example, in order to prevent, investigate and detect crime, fraud or anti-social behaviour and comply with law enforcement agencies and applicable advertising codes. 

    28.    By entering a Promotion, you acknowledge that any personal data provided by you in connection with the Promotion will be processed as set out above and in accordance with our Privacy Policy which sets out full details of how we process personal data and how you can exercise your rights as a data subject and our Promotion Partner’s Privacy Policy. Please ensure you have read and understood our Privacy Policy and our Promotion Partner’s Privacy Policy before entering any Promotion. If you are required to submit a guest(s)/travel companion(s) personal data to enter a Promotion, you must ensure that your guest(s)/travel companion(s) have given you consent to provide us and our Promotion Partner with their personal data. 

    29.    You may be asked if you want to opt-in to marketing from us and/or our Promotion Partner when you enter a Promotion. If you choose to opt-in, we and/or our Promotion Partner will use your personal data for marketing purposes (see Global's  Privacy Policy and our Promotion Partner’s Privacy Policy for more details). You can withdraw your consent to marketing at any time by unsubscribing.  

    30.    We, our Promotion Partner and the prize providers may transfer and process personal data outside of the EEA and UK for the purposes of administering the Promotion. Where any transfers are made outside of the EEA or UK we and the Promotion Partner will ensure appropriate safeguards to protect your personal data are in place.  

    31.    When you enter a Promotion we will retain your personal data for up to three years for internal purposes and to comply with our regulatory obligations. You may request the erasure of your personal data by emailing privacy@global.com. If your data is erased prior to the conclusion of a Promotion, you will forfeit your right to enter the Promotion and/or claim any prize and we reserve the right to select another entrant to participate in the Promotion or withdraw the prize and select another winner, as applicable. 


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