Rick Steves talks about buying a European mobile phone to use while in Europe. Has anyone done that? We'll be in Paris for 2 weeks, staying in the Rue Cler area. Does anyone know of a phone store in that area? Does it make sense to buy a phone out there as opposed to renting one in the US? Thank you.
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Vernon, Canada
32356 posts
Isabel, I wouldn't suggest renting a phone, as that tends to be very expensive. Before offering any specific suggestions, it would help to know whether you presently have a Cell phone, and which network you're with? The options will differ, depending on your circumstances.
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OP
Elkridge, MD, US
4 posts
We have Sprint phones in the US, which we know will not work out there. We have gone to Europe before and rented a phone in the US to take with us, but that did turn out to be quite pricey. This time we're considering buying a pay-as-you-go phone in France, and I'm just wondering if anyone has had experience with that.
Posted by
Dallas
1022 posts
There's a Phone House at 41 Rue De Cler. For around 30€ you should be able to buy a phone and sim card with some prepaid minutes plus add minutes on the spot to suit your needs. Alternatively a Virgin store can do the same.
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OP
Elkridge, MD, US
4 posts
Thank you, Tex. That's the info I was looking for.