Holidaymakers swear by the ‘brilliant’ £2 B&M item that’s so ‘genius’ people are annoyed they didn’t think of it first
Most sunseekers will agree that a relaxing holiday is just as much about the hotel as it is about the destination. Beautiful sandy beaches often feature high on the checklist, but so does a nice hotel room.
Relaxing on your balcony after a day at the beach is pure bliss. For many holidaymakers, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a glass of wine or a similar tipple. Well, one B&M shopper has found a £2 hack that made her recent hotel stay that much better, and she amazed social media users after sharing the “genius” tip online.
Posting on TikTok, blogger Amy Hobbs @amyhobbsss impressed thousands of viewers with her idea. “Holiday hack: bring a cheap plastic wine glass with you (£2 from B&M) so you can enjoy a crisp rosé on the balcony not in a mug from the room,” she wrote.
In her video, Amy showcased B&M’s £2 wine glass, and she enjoyed a glass of rosé as she sat on her balcony, taking in the view. Clearly impressed by her results, her caption said: “Wish someone told me to do this sooner!”
Social media users echoed this sentiment, and they couldn’t believe they’d not thought of the idea before. While some commenters suggested asking the bar for a glass and ice, Amy claimed she’d asked the staff, but they declined to give her a glass.
Praising the idea, a viewer replied: “Omg this is genius!” A second social media user said: “Brilliant idea.” Another fan commented: “Ok this is so simple that I’m actually annoyed that I hadn’t thought of it. Genius!! Added to holiday list! Thank you!”
Someone else shared: “I always do this.” A different viewer said they use a folding wine glass from Asda. Sharing another recommendation, a holidaymaker added: “I take mines and fancy straws to enjoy a cocktail.”
Elsewhere, a fan of the idea tagged a friend, writing: “Should decorate them one night before we go and make our playlist.” Amy replied: “This sounds like a dream!”
Most retailers offer a selection of drinkware for shoppers keen to use the trick. B&M’s website advertises a Simply Summer Colour Wine Glass 4pk—Blue, which is currently on offer for £1.25.
Other options include a Palm House Embossed Wine Glass – Green for £2 or a Scallop Wine Glass – Pink for £3. There’s also a £2 Crackle Wine Glass, which is likely the glass Amy showcased in her video. B&M shoppers can locate their nearest store here.
Drinkaware reminds us that regular consumption of alcohol can increase the likelihood of various health issues, including several types of cancer. To keep the risk low, adults should drink no more than 14 units per week, spread out with drink-free days.