Kate-in-Canada Posted July 17, 2022 Author #26 Share Posted July 17, 2022 22 hours ago, Adventures ahead said: For a short cruise in another country, we don't buy a SIM card. We set up 'Roam Like Home' with Bell. It can be activated for any/multiple 24-hr period/s if you need to access your own data package. Telus has similar easyroam. But it’s $15 for everyday you use it. On a 12 day trip that’s 180 bucks. I’d much rather just find a SIM card that works in alaska. Unfortunately all the descriptions says check t mobile map, which shows alaska coverage, only to find out when asking the company that they don’t work in alaska after all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted July 18, 2022 #27 Share Posted July 18, 2022 We used new SIM cards for extended stays in Mexico and Australia. Unsure about a SIM card that would work in multiple countries… UK and Guernsey, France and Spain for 10 days total? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tottenhamfc Posted July 18, 2022 #28 Share Posted July 18, 2022 I previously suggested Fonus. 50 countries for calls unlimited but data only for US Canada and Mexico 20 gb for the month. SIM is 15 US and then 30 US per month. Much cheaper than the Can version with the cell companies at 15 per day which is 450 per month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted July 18, 2022 #29 Share Posted July 18, 2022 12 hours ago, Adventures ahead said: We used new SIM cards for extended stays in Mexico and Australia. Unsure about a SIM card that would work in multiple countries… UK and Guernsey, France and Spain for 10 days total? There are many SIM cards available for Europe that cover just about anywhere you might want to travel. This one for example (random pick, not a recommendation) covers 70+ countries: https://ca.simcorner.com/products/europe-uk-sim-card-12gb?variant=33285019828268¤cy=CAD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzKe519mC-QIVDrrICh1xXQaBEAQYASABEgKchvD_BwE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted July 18, 2022 #30 Share Posted July 18, 2022 15 minutes ago, Fouremco said: There are many SIM cards available for Europe that cover just about anywhere you might want to travel. This one for example (random pick, not a recommendation) covers 70+ countries: https://ca.simcorner.com/products/europe-uk-sim-card-12gb?variant=33285019828268¤cy=CAD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzKe519mC-QIVDrrICh1xXQaBEAQYASABEgKchvD_BwE Thank you. Do you know where it's shipped from? Is there a SIM card you can buy (locally) in Canada before you travel? Probably at Heathrow upon arrival; however, arrive late evening and kiosks may be closed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted July 18, 2022 #31 Share Posted July 18, 2022 7 minutes ago, Adventures ahead said: Thank you. Do you know where it's shipped from? Is there a SIM card you can buy (locally) in Canada before you travel? Probably at Heathrow upon arrival; however, arrive late evening and kiosks may be closed? Amazon.ca offers a broad selection of cards that you can purchase here before your trip, but you will probably get a better deal waiting until you arrive in London. I've been doing a bit of research in advance of a multi-country river cruise next year, and found these two companion articles quite informative: https://www.traveltomtom.net/travel-tips/europe-sim-card https://www.traveltomtom.net/travel-tips/buying-a-sim-card-in-europe There is quite a variation in what each SIM card offers. Some, for example, will give you unlimited calling within Europe, but no free calls to or from non-European countries. Others will give you a number of free minutes for such calls. Similarly, there are variations on data use, text messages and the like. So your intended use of your phone during your 10 days in Europe will have a big influence on which one you pick. Happy shopping! 😇 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted July 18, 2022 #32 Share Posted July 18, 2022 3 hours ago, Adventures ahead said: Thank you. Do you know where it's shipped from? Is there a SIM card you can buy (locally) in Canada before you travel? When is your trip? I got a sim from the USA arrived in a week or so but had also ordered a phone with it (not required) so took longer ..this was also pre covid See my post #14 they give you a UK phone number with the card & you can add more $$ to the account if you need it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted July 18, 2022 #33 Share Posted July 18, 2022 3 hours ago, LHT28 said: When is your trip? I got a sim from the USA arrived in a week or so but had also ordered a phone with it (not required) so took longer ..this was also pre covid See my post #14 they give you a UK phone number with the card & you can add more $$ to the account if you need it We fly Aug 3, return Aug 13. I'd only use the phone if we got stuck and felt it was an 'emergency'. If I used it only twice (for a 2-day roam-like-home charge with Bell), sounds like it would be about the same price as getting a travel SIM card. Of course, that's the problem with emergencies... you never know when one will arise and how urgent it may be. Otherwise, email on wifi will be adequate communication for this particular cruise. The package is activated on my cell phone from a previous trip so it's already there if I need it. We're Elite on Princess (don't know if that made a difference) and was able to use a 'courtesy' phone at Guest Services. I contacted a tour operator once when the meeting time got messed up. Thanks again, everyone, for your replies. I did pick up some tips, especially the new way that Bell counts your 24-hr activation to 11:59pm and in what time zone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katosmama Posted July 21, 2022 #34 Share Posted July 21, 2022 Buying a physical SIM is becoming old school. Most phones now support dual SIM or an eSIM (virtual SIM) that you buy online before you leave, load it onto your phone and then activate it when you land. Most cover large regions (so a Europe eSIM will cover every country in Europe, not just an EU country). The bigger issue is Alaska having spotty service. AT&T is the most reliable, contact AT&T support and buy an eSIM from them. They email it to you and you should be good. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmlh Posted July 21, 2022 #35 Share Posted July 21, 2022 Where does one purchase an eSIM card? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare broberts Posted July 21, 2022 #36 Share Posted July 21, 2022 1 hour ago, Katosmama said: Most phones now support dual SIM or an eSIM (virtual SIM) Vast overstatement. https://esim.holafly.com/how-to/esim-phones/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex-Airbalancer Posted July 21, 2022 #37 Share Posted July 21, 2022 If you heading to the EU check out Vodafone great price for 30 days https://www.vodafone.pt/en/products-services/visiting-portugal.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katosmama Posted July 22, 2022 #38 Share Posted July 22, 2022 On 7/21/2022 at 9:02 AM, jmlh said: Where does one purchase an eSIM card? Online. Airalo is a popular one but just google eSIM for the country/countries you want to go to and see who has the best deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmlh Posted July 23, 2022 #39 Share Posted July 23, 2022 Thanks! I will start looking for one for Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren42 Posted July 31, 2022 #40 Share Posted July 31, 2022 https://www.amazon.ca/Preloaded-12GB-Countries-Worldwide-Unlimited/dp/B0B57GFDM5/ref=sr_1_17?crid=10FE878GGTNL5&keywords=uk+3+prepaid+sim+card&qid=1659295077&sprefix=uk+3%2Caps%2C188&sr=8-17 This is the best card. The price varies wherever you buy it, but the function and usable countries are the best with this one. Combine with whatsapp and Fongo you can call anywhere anytime. Almost. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex-Airbalancer Posted July 31, 2022 #41 Share Posted July 31, 2022 3 hours ago, darren42 said: https://www.amazon.ca/Preloaded-12GB-Countries-Worldwide-Unlimited/dp/B0B57GFDM5/ref=sr_1_17?crid=10FE878GGTNL5&keywords=uk+3+prepaid+sim+card&qid=1659295077&sprefix=uk+3%2Caps%2C188&sr=8-17 This is the best card. The price varies wherever you buy it, but the function and usable countries are the best with this one. Combine with whatsapp and Fongo you can call anywhere anytime. Almost. Have you used it in EU ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darren42 Posted July 31, 2022 #42 Share Posted July 31, 2022 3 minutes ago, Ex-Airbalancer said: Have you used it in EU ? Yes and in BVI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex-Airbalancer Posted July 31, 2022 #43 Share Posted July 31, 2022 6 minutes ago, darren42 said: Yes and in BVI Usually in the EU I get Vodafone, for about $26 , great deal, but this time I am heading to Baltic and can can not get a Vodafone tourist card https://www.vodafone.pt/en/products-services/visiting-portugal.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Shelaghs Posted August 4, 2022 #44 Share Posted August 4, 2022 In the US, I never get SIM cards. My son has, and he says its cheaper. I just text 222 and when you make your first call of the day, you are charged.(?$8.??) I've been told by Rogers to make sure you make all the calls that you need to on that day. Once done, turn your phone off. I use wifi extensively when abroad for texting, emails and FaceTiming. Watch the crew, they will lead you to the best spots!! A word of caution, I've always had spotty service not matter what carrier etc in Alaska, Ireland and Iceland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted August 4, 2022 #45 Share Posted August 4, 2022 22 minutes ago, 3Shelaghs said: In the US, I never get SIM cards. My son has, and he says its cheaper. I just text 222 and when you make your first call of the day, you are charged.(?$8.??) I've been told by Rogers to make sure you make all the calls that you need to on that day. Once done, turn your phone off. I use wifi extensively when abroad for texting, emails and FaceTiming. Watch the crew, they will lead you to the best spots!! A word of caution, I've always had spotty service not matter what carrier etc in Alaska, Ireland and Iceland. Rogers now charges $12/day for the US and you still have to use your plan's minutes, texts and data. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munday Posted August 6, 2022 #46 Share Posted August 6, 2022 I’ve been looking for a Sim Card to use in the EU for our westbound TA cruise in November. I came across this company. It is Australian but has a dispatch location in Canada. I submitted a question via their contact us webform this afternoon and they answered 5 hours later. Good reviews, no sales tax, free standard shipping and multi Sim discount. https://ca.simcorner.com/collections/europe-sim-card Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex-Airbalancer Posted August 6, 2022 #47 Share Posted August 6, 2022 7 hours ago, Munday said: I’ve been looking for a Sim Card to use in the EU for our westbound TA cruise in November. I came across this company. It is Australian but has a dispatch location in Canada. I submitted a question via their contact us webform this afternoon and they answered 5 hours later. Good reviews, no sales tax, free standard shipping and multi Sim discount. https://ca.simcorner.com/collections/europe-sim-card I have been look at the same one for Sept Copenhagen to Boston TA , it does not cover Greenland buy two or and get 5% off I will probably or a couple today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidvan Posted August 7, 2022 #48 Share Posted August 7, 2022 23 hours ago, Ex-Airbalancer said: I have been look at the same one for Sept Copenhagen to Boston TA , it does not cover Greenland buy two or and get 5% off I will probably or a couple today Thought i would try this as well and just received my sim card in the mail. You will have to log in and register your sim upon receiving it along with providing the sim card # , order #, and activation date. You will then receive this email confirmation with personal info and info below:. Hoping it works when we go in a couple of weeks. TMobile / AT&T / O2 / THREE Your sim will be activated on your nominated dates which is w hen your 30 days of service will begin. If you have made an error with the details provided such as the activation date, please e-mail our support team at: support@simcorner.com along with the sim details. If your travel plans change and you need to update your activation date or put a hold on the activation, please e-mail our support team at least 3 days prior to your initial activation date. If you haven't provided 24 hours notice for activation and need your sim activated urgently or have any other queries, please contact us at support@simcorner.com. We recommend that you take the opportunity to read the instruction sheet provide with the sim card prior to use in order to avoid running into any issues. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Middleager Posted August 7, 2022 #49 Share Posted August 7, 2022 On 8/6/2022 at 12:19 AM, Munday said: I’ve been looking for a Sim Card to use in the EU for our westbound TA cruise in November. I came across this company. It is Australian but has a dispatch location in Canada. I submitted a question via their contact us webform this afternoon and they answered 5 hours later. Good reviews, no sales tax, free standard shipping and multi Sim discount. https://ca.simcorner.com/collections/europe-sim-card I'm also looking at their SIM cards as in late Oct. we'll be going to the Middle East, then NCL Epic cruise from Haifa to Rome. Would love to hear people's actual experience with these SIM cards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidvan Posted August 8, 2022 #50 Share Posted August 8, 2022 23 hours ago, Middleager said: I'm also looking at their SIM cards as in late Oct. we'll be going to the Middle East, then NCL Epic cruise from Haifa to Rome. Would love to hear people's actual experience with these SIM cards. Can confirm the sim card arrived in an envelope with a Canadian stamp. So locally mailed. Ordered on July 28th and arrived via Canada Post regular mail August 5th. Put phone on airplane mode and then inserted the sim to check the phone number. It will be a UK phone number +44 1234 457890. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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