Going to Europe (5 countries) in May. I was originally looking to get a SIM card for my iPhone for making local calls to hotels, etc and using wifi for surfing when at the hotels. Then, I heard about these pocket wifi devices you can rent with unlimited data. Any experience using one of these (like from TEP wireless?). I was thinking it would be nice to surf the net on the train rides and I could use Skype or the Majic Jack app for the local calls. Price is around $255 for 21 days rental with unlimited data.
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32221 posts
Jeffrey, I'm not familiar with TEP Wireless or services of that type, so can't offer any first-hand comments. It seems a bit pricey, and not available to those of us in Canada (AFAIK). I find that I much prefer spending the time on train rides enjoying the scenery that I've paid a lot to see, or visiting with other travellers or the "locals". I can "surf the net" at home or at the hotel, so I probably wouldn't use something like this. If I need to make a brief call or check a train connection, a Smartphone is an easier (and probably cheaper) solution. Cheers!
Posted by
OP
Voorheesville, New York, United States
23 posts
Ken, good points. I forgot I'm going to be in EUROPE and not a ride to NYC. Thanks!