Competitions in magazines

Magazine-run competitions are very similar to online competitions. For the most part all you have to do is visit their website and answer a simple question, or fill out a postcard and mail it in to enter.

Again, you’ll need to register your details as the whole point of the competition for them is to generate traffic and boost subscriptions.

However, since magazines want your business and not just your email address you can rely a little more on them to pay out.

It’s a good idea to grab free postcards whenever you can to enter competitions where you have to send in your answer. These sort of entry-form competitions take more effort and therefore have fewer entrants. So if you do come across them, get your answers in as you have a greater chance of winning.

Don’t be put off by the big ticket items - remember, fewer people enter these competitions believing the odds of winning are slimmer.

Check out these current competitions on offer:

• Win a Pink pamper pack worth over £200 - Company magazine offers loads of competitions with great freebies like iPods, La Senza vouchers and Bobbi Brown Make-up.  Register online, answer the “skill testing” question (it’s a sinch) and you’re on your way to scoring some nice treats. This  competition runs until the end of April.  Keep your eye on this site as they frequently add new contests.
• Win a free GHD IV styler package - Now Magazine is giving away this great styler package along with Season 3 DVD boxset of ‘The Hills’.  It works just like the Company Magazine competition and runs until April 2, 2009.
• Win a walking holiday for two to Catalonia - Walk Magazine and Ramblers Worldwide Holidays are offering you a chance to win this holiday worth over £1500, including flights, accommodation and a walking guide.  Just fill out the questions - they are a bit lengthier and may require some research.  The first correct answer selected wins the prize. The contest runs until May 30, 2009.