Deals and sales

LIDL is selling a cabin suitcase in its famous middle aisle this week – but we’ve found one that’s just as good and even CHEAPER.

The AVIO Jett 45cm Cabin Suitcase on Amazon is on sale for £18.69 compared to Lidl’s £19.99 version.

AVIO Jett 45cm Cabin Suitcase – £18.69 (was £21.99) at Amazon

The Lidl case holds 10kg of luggage and fits within the size requirements of most UK-based airlines, helping you dodge those hefty oversized baggage fees.

But the Amazon dupe is cheaper and even better.

Like the Lidl bargain, the AVIO option features a secure hard shell, easy-glide wheels and fits neatly in a plane’s overhead locker.

It also comes with an extra feature that the Lidl option doesn’t have.

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It has a built-in, three-digit lock to protect your items.

This means you can lock down your zips and keep your passport, tech, and any valuables secure without needing to buy a separate padlock.

And you can’t beat the peace of mind knowing that your luggage is safe and secure when out of sight.

Amazon reviewers rate the suitcase very highly, too, giving it a 4.3/5 star rating and praising that the roomy suitcase lets you make the most of your cabin baggage allowance.

AVIO Jett 45cm Cabin Suitcase – £18.69 (was £21.99) at Amazon

One reviewer said, “These are excellent little cases. We bought them to fly with easyJet and to keep our ticket price as low as possible; these will fit easily under the seat in front.

“We were able to get a surprising amount of stuff in them for a four night stay; toilet bag (basics), 4 t-shirts, hoodie, 4 socks, 4 pants, sweatpants and Birkenstocks and some electronics and an anorak.”.

Another reviewer added, “Amazing quality, very lightweight, tires are nice. For cabin bag, its good as it gets”.

If you want to bag yourself a secure, size-compliant cabin suitcase, I’d recommend going for the Amazon option whilst it’s on sale.

Plus it’s much easier to order the dupe from your sofa than head out to Lidl to find the in-store middle isle stock.

And what’s better than pocketing the spare change from your saving to treat yourself to an ice cream once you’re on your holiday!

Prices correct at the time of publication.

STILL paying daily roaming fees abroad? Stop: a simple, budget-friendly tech trick is officially killing off old-school data charges this summer. 

If you are jetting off abroad, the dread of returning home to a monster phone bill is all too real. But travel-savvy tourists are sidestepping airport SIM card kiosks entirely and using a game-changing digital alternative: the travel eSIM. 

Get 20% off your first purchase of an Ubigi Football Fever data plan using code THESUNFOOT20

Leading the charge is Ubigi, a pioneer in the travel eSIM space since 2018. It offers affordable travel eSIM data plans, providing instant mobile internet access across more than 200 destinations worldwide. 

Best of all, Sun readers can score an exclusive discount to keep connected for less. 

What is an eSIM and how does it stop roaming fees?

An eSIM is a digital SIM on your smartphone, with no need for a physical card.

Instead of swapping physical plastic cards or getting hit with eye-watering daily roaming fees from your service provider, you simply download a digital data plan. 

With Ubigi, you will get a data-only travel eSIM, meaning you’ll get an eSIM dedicated strictly to high-speed mobile internet rather than phone calls or texts. 

This allows you to keep costs incredibly low while retaining the freedom to use WhatsApp, FaceTime, Google Maps and any social media platforms exactly as you would at home.

Catching ‘Football Fever’? Unlimited USA and Canada data 

Heading across the Atlantic for the final matches of the World Cup? Ubigi has launched specialised Football Fever data plans, offering unrestricted, unlimited data across the USA and Canada. 

Whether you need a quick fix or a longer stay, it has you covered with unrestricted tethering allowed so you can share your connection with other devices. Choose a plan that suits your travel needs:  

• 7-Day USA + Canada Unlimited Football Fever Plan 
• 15-Day USA + Canada Unlimited Football Fever Plan 
• 30-Day USA + Canada Unlimited Football Fever Plan 

Don’t forget to use the code THESUNFOOT20 to slice 20% off these specific plans!

Why Ubigi beats competitors

Unlike many eSIM providers, Ubigi is a ‘Full MVNO’ backed by telecom veteran Transatel (part of the giant NTT Group).

This means it doesn’t just resell other networks; it has wide regional partnerships, delivering top-tier, reliable 4G and 5G coverage while reducing any potential dead zones. 

Travel-ready and stress-free

Setting up is beautifully simple, and you can buy your plan up to six months in advance to get organised early. 

Thanks to Smart Start functionality, your plan’s countdown duration doesn’t begin when you buy it; it only triggers the moment you land, and your phone detects the local network. 

You install the QR code once, and you can top up on the go via the Ubigi app seamlessly. The app even supports biometric login (FaceID/fingerprint) for rapid, secure access while you travel.

Ready to dodge the data traps on your next getaway? 

Activate your Ubigi Travel eSIM free trial or grab your 20% off Football Fever plan here!

FANCY a half price holiday? You may want to read this.

On the Beach have launched a massive surprise sale across 218 city break destinations, where holidaymakers can bag up to 50% off a break.

This includes capital cities like Rome, Paris and Amsterdam, as well as popular city break spots like Krakow and Milan.

The 72-hour flash sale ends at midnight tomorrow (June 3).

The discount applies to last-minute breaks with departure dates from July 4 to August 26, 2026.

With hundreds of hotels and dates available, you could be setting off on an affordable city break this summer for less than you’d think.

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Barcelona

The four star Attica 21 Barcelona Mar is an ideal spot to stay in the trendy Spanish city.

This hotel has a rooftop pool with sweeping city views, as well as comfy, modern rooms and a well-stocked buffet breakfast.

Here you’re also only a short walk from the beach, Platja de la Nova Mar Bella, which is one of the more peaceful stretches of sand in Barcelona.

The On the Beach flash sale offers breaks to Barcelona including flights for £325pp this August, including return flights from London Luton.

Bangkok

Ever fancied going to Thailand but haven’t quite got the budget?

You can book a holiday to Bangkok, staying at the four star Century Park for a week for £1,055pp.

This also includes your return flights from London Heathrow, which is a huge bargain considering flights to Bangkok alone typically cost upwards of £600.

The stunning four star hotel has a relaxing rooftop pool, tropical gardens, two restaurants and two bars.

Rome

Imagine sitting down with a drink soaking up the sun on the balcony of your hotel in Rome – that could be you this summer.

Hotel Mancino 12 offers traditional yet stylish rooms with balconies overlooking the historic city.

One of the best parts about this hotel is its location – you’re just a short walk from must-see spots like the Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.

On the Beach offer a four night stay this August, with return flights from London Stansted, for £405pp.

Valencia

Slip away for some sun this July to sunny Valencia in Spain, with a stay at the Azz Valencia Congress Hotel & Spa.

This modern hotel has its own spa, where you can take a leisurely swim in the pool or book yourself in for a blissful massage or pampering facial.

Rooms are bright, fresh and modern, with crisp white linen and sleek wooden finishes.

Outside you’ll find a manicured lawn and crystal-clear pool begging for a dip.

Here you’re a 10-15 minute drive away from the city centre, where you’ll find world-class paella and a plethora of fascinating museums.

Prices correct at the time of publication.

BRITS are jetting away in record numbers, but landing abroad to a shock mobile phone bill can instantly ruin your holiday vibe.

Thankfully, savvy travelers are dumping traditional setups for a clever digital alternative powered by Swiss tech pioneer Yesim.

Yesim eSIM – claim exclusive 15% discount with code: GETYESIM15

Why is traditional roaming outdated?

Ever since Brexit, major UK mobile providers have reintroduced painful daily fees just to use your standard phone data in Europe.

Big networks like EE and Vodafone hit travellers with charges up to £2.75 a day, which easily scales up to nearly £100 for a family holiday in Spain.

Worse still, traditional roaming ties your phone to a single local network provider, meaning your data speeds will completely tank if that specific partner has weak signal.

You also face the terrifying risk of automatic out-of-bundle charges if you accidentally slip past your hidden data allowance while streaming or video calling.

What are travel eSIMs and how do they work?

An eSIM is a clever digital microchip already baked directly into modern iPhones, Samsung Galaxies, and Google Pixel devices.

While the physical chip is built into your phone, a travel eSIM is a dedicated service that lets you download a cheap, temporary data profile over the air.

You simply install the profile at home while having a cuppa, and the internet connection automatically kicks in the very second your flight lands abroad.

Best of all, your primary UK SIM card stays completely active in parallel, meaning you can still receive emergency calls and crucial banking verification texts on your usual number.

What is Yesim, and how does it work?

Swiss tech brand Yesim is an industry pioneer making mobile connectivity a seamless, budget-friendly digital service.

Operating for seven years with over 800 partner operators, Yesim provide unstoppable coverage across 200 world destinations.

However, two terms are often confused in the market, and understanding the difference matters.

What is an eSIM?

An eSIM is simply the hardware: a microchip built into modern smartphones that allows profiles to be downloaded remotely, but it doesn’t guarantee lower prices or reliable connections abroad.

What is a travel eSIM?

A Travel eSIM, however, is the complete service ecosystem built around that chip.

It provides an app for choosing plans, 24/7 customer support, automatic connection to the strongest network, and transparent, fixed pricing.

That service layer is what you are actually paying for.

Why choose Yesim?

Yesim delivers that exact ecosystem, offering tailored data options for every holiday style, backed by multi-lingual support with a rapid six-minute average response time.

First-time users can even test the network with a 500MB trial plan for just £0.45.

To get started, check your phone’s compatibility on their website and install the profile via the app.

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Why you should consider a travel eSim for your next trip?

Unlike network providers that lock you into one signal, travel eSIMs like Yesim seamlessly switch in the background to whatever local network is strongest.

They offer total cash predictability by forcing you to look at the exact data limit, pricing, and expiry period before you spend a single penny.

Whether you need a quick 5GB chunk for a week in Turkey, or a Global Package (80+ countries) or Global Plus Package (140+ countries) for backpacking across South America, you choose a plan tailored perfectly to your trip.

For trips with unpredictable routes, the Pay & Fly plan offers a flexible pay-as-you-go model available in more than 170 countries.

You can even safely use your smartphone as a personal hotspot to share the internet with your tablet, laptop, or the rest of the family.

The Yesim app utilises switchless connection technology to automatically connect to the strongest network from over 800 partner operators globally.

The brand’s Multiple eSIMs feature allows you to manage connectivity for several devices from a single account.

The main app owner can share eSIM profiles with family members or colleagues without needing to install the app on every device.