Communications/Phones

In the 21st century we've all got a panoply of choices when it comes to phoning home & communicating on the road, whether via mobile/cell phones, computer, or other. What's the best, the cheapest, the coolest? Discuss...

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Why getting a SIM card Is the best option for travelers looking to stay connected

Pxfuel A SIM card (which stands for "Subscriber Identification Module") is a small circuit board inserted into a mobile phone which allows it to communicate with the cell towers of local carriers, and getting a locally based SIM card allows travelers to use their phones without outragenous roaming charges. Of course, when it comes to Europe, the world's most popular destination, the "roam-like at home" rule of the European Union became operational in June of 2017, according to which service…

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Using your phone abroad with local SIM cards

App developer Chris from the website Our Big Adventure discusses how to buy and install a local SIM card to use your phone while traveling overseas. Very helpful stuff!

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How costly is an international roaming plan?

Many holidayers are sceptical about activating international roaming on their phones. We dispel a few myths about these plans. If you have heard stories about how international roaming plans can cost you a lot of money and the providers charge exorbitantly per minute, then you need to read this post to correct a few notions. read post

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How travelers can stay safe when using public Wi-Fi

Winter vacation season is coming soon, and still, many travelers keep getting their identities stolen due to careless use of public Wi-Fi. Free wireless networks are not able to offer security in most cases, since public Wi-Fi can be hacked into fairly easily. The solution to online safety while traveling is a VPN (Virtual Private Network), which not only protects users on public Wi-Fi but also allows to access restricted sites and even save money while traveling. Below please find a list of…

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Max Pesling October 31, 2023 at 8:33pm

Some good advice here: https://www.afar.com/magazine/how-to-use-your-phone-when-traveling-...

How to Use Your Phone Internationally—Without Breaking the Bank

From the most cost-effective international cellphone plans, to Wi-Fi-enabled apps, hot spots, and eSIM cards, use these money-saving tips to stay con…
Paul Varmuza May 1, 2023 at 1:13pm

A VPN is always a good idea no matter what, and here's a timely reminder from U.S. site TechRadar.com that it's especially important if you use public WiFi hotspots when you travel: https://www.techradar.com/news/public-wi-fi-and-why-you-need-a-vpn
John Kipper June 18, 2022 at 11:44am

Great, yet another ripoff - U.S. travelers abroad have been reporting that their cellphone carriers have hit them with multiple, mysterious, $10-a-day international data charges even after they turned off their cellular data and used only Wi-Fi for calls and texts: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2022/6/10/23161879/cellular-phone-data...

Unwanted cellphone surprises: American travelers abroad getting hit with mystery data charges

Travelers have been reporting that their cellphone carriers have hit them with multiple, mysterious, $10-a-day international data charges even after…
David Paul Appell September 30, 2011 at 7:41pm

We have a new question in our "Ask a Travel Pro" forum on phone service while traveling in southern Europe. If you'd like to help, please reply at this link. Thanks!!
David Paul Appell September 1, 2011 at 8:16pm

And don't miss the recent post in the Tripatini blog, Curse of the Roaming Charge.
David Paul Appell September 1, 2011 at 7:26pm

We've got a question from a member re what phone service people use when traveling abroad and why. To help her out, please respond at this link to Ask A Travel Pro. Thanks!!

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