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  1. S

    How to call a US cell number from the US (when the phone is in Spain)

    We have Verizon too, I just changed our plan to Ultimate Unlimited which includes international calling, data etc. $25 more per billing cycle. We will change back to the cheaper plan when we get home. We will also get an Inexpensive Orange e-sim card for 1 phone, so we can leave an in-country...
  2. el-pe

    Have you used Aíralo?

    I've used Airalo and the Orange eSim on the VdlP and they both worked great.
  3. jrewins

    GPS maps for walking

    ...both to return me to, and keep me on “track”. And, like you, I mourn the loss of Ninja…it was a great app. Now, if someone (maybe you, df?) could please explain phones, sims / esims, and service plans on the Camino in the same plain-speak, I’m sure many peregrinos would be VERY appreciative!
  4. NicP

    Have you used Aíralo?

    ...it depends on what you’re looking for, but I had unlimited data for the period of time I purchased, and it also allowed me to use the holafly esim to make WiFi calls via my NZ (skinny) mobile connection. Super useful, fantastic mobile data coverage (it switches between local networks...
  5. trecile

    Have you used Aíralo?

    @Rick of Rick and Peg has used it, and has several posts about Airalo. Here's one:
  6. Kiwi-family

    Have you used Aíralo?

    Usually I buy an Orange SIMcard when I arrive in Spain and that has always served me well. However this time I am considering getting an eSIM before I leave. It seems Aíralo is the best value. Does anyone have any experience with them and do you know of any drawbacks? Obviously I could not text...
  7. wynrich

    How to call a US cell number from the US (when the phone is in Spain)

    We do plan to get Spanish SIM cards after we get there because the T-Mobile data is slow and I think calls are 25 cents a minute (and Vodafone is so inexpensive these days). But, I wanted to be sure my family could use our US numbers as an alternate way to reach us, especially before we get our...
  8. J Willhaus

    How to call a US cell number from the US (when the phone is in Spain)

    Yes, but T-Mobile has free services in Spain so the OP doesn't have to switch sim cards.
  9. montyhiker

    How to call a US cell number from the US (when the phone is in Spain)

    ...They want $10 per day to use my phone internationally with limited data. With a 30-40 day Camino, that’s more than I care to spend. I’m planning to use the free WhatsApp to make calls when I have WiFi (Albergues), download an eSIM for my phone when I wanna use data, like on the trail. Buen...
  10. Juspassinthru

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    I'll let everyone know once I start using it next week. Not being a heavy data user, I may not find out. I used one in the UK and had no problem though. Stay tuned!
  11. SeñorJacques

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    ...this article in today's New York Times, which of course made me think of my fellow peregrinos: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/esim-cards-replacing-sim-cards/ I read via another recent thread that Holafly's "unlimited" data comes with a catch: apparently, data speeds are...
  12. Pathfinder89

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    I followed the instructions sent by Vodafone. First did the download at home and then turned on the data plan when I landed in Madrid. It worked very well.
  13. trecile

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    How was the process of downloading and installing the eSim?
  14. Pathfinder89

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    That’s what I’m using right now on the Camino Frances. And I’m pleased with it. I can use WhatsApp to call home. The signal has been very good so far.
  15. trecile

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    Of course it is available to anyone. The ad just popped up for me, probably because the algorithm knows what I'm up to. 😉 It's an eSim for travelers to use in Europe. There are other companies offering eSims for travelers like Airalo and Holafly. There has been some discussion about Vodaphone...
  16. Juspassinthru

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    I’m using Holafly eSIM, it gives you a number (Austrian) but only 60 mins of tele but unlimited data for the period of time you choose. My 90 day was $99€.
  17. Rick of Rick and Peg

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    Extra useful information: 5GB for 10 Days 12€ 10GB for 15 Days 23€ 20GB for 30 Days 35€ eSIM good for 90 days if recharging.
  18. trecile

    Vodaphone Travel eSim

    While perusing Instagram, an ad for Vodaphone Travel eSim popped up in my feed. The site is clear on how to buy, download, and install the Vodaphone travel eSim. You can buy and install the eSim at home, then activate it once you arrive in Europe. It's a data only eSim, so you won't get a...
  19. trecile

    Recommended phone apps (iOS)

    To be fair, @HeatherJourney asked for recommendations for apps, and some of those that you list are websites, and not phone apps. I use Godesalco extensively for planning and recommend it to those in their planning stages.
  20. andylm65

    Recommended phone apps (iOS)

    ...wise pilgrim, Rome to Rio, Correos for luggage transfers if you happen to need that. If you find you have too much you can send your extra to Casa Ivar. Google translate. You can have dual SIM cards with one being an eSIM. For in county calling and the other for dealing with bank stuff back home.

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