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Talk Abroad
Multi-Country Calling from Cellular Abroad
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Single-country SIM cards are issued by local
carriers such as Virgin Mobile, Telecomm Italia, and SFR. Each SIM is a
stamp-sized "smart card" that fits inside a compatible GSM phone.
Comparison Chart
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Factors to consider |
Talk Abroad |
Single-country SIM cards |
| Coverage |
100+ countries |
Normally one country (though
roaming may be possible in some cases at higher rates) |
| Moving
from country to country |
Automatic |
Replace SIM card |
| Incoming calls |
Free in Western Europe and
some Eastern European countries |
Free in most countries |
| How you can be reached |
At one number for your
entire trip |
At a different number for
each country |
| Outgoing calls |
Usually more expensive than
single-country SIMs |
Usually cheaper than
Talk Abroad |
| Additional talk time |
US $29 per recharge from
Cellular Abroad by phone, e-mail, or Web |
Prepaid cards in various
denominations, purchased locally or from Cellular Abroad |
| Can you recharge the
card from abroad? |
Yes |
No, in most cases |
| Voice
mail |
Yes, with English-language
menus |
Usually, with local-language
menus |
| Best for: |
Touring, cruising, or other
travel in more than one country |
Extended stay or frequent
calling within a single country |
Update: See our
newer article about Cellular Abroad's
National Geographic Duet D888
Travel Phone, which lets you insert two SIM cards (and use two phone
numbers) for greater calling flexibility and economy. The D888 is available
in a US $199 "Talk Abroad Duet" package that includes the phone and an
international SIM card.
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