We are going to Germany in September. We'll need a cell phone to call and make reservations within Germany--not interested in being able to call home. I read some old posts that says you can purchase these at the airport. Is this the case and if so much how much?
Thanks.
Posted by
Danville, VT
12040 posts
Vodafone. They cost between €20-30 for the handset, and about the same price for minutes. I can't guarantee they have a store in the airport, but they sell them everywhere.
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32353 posts
Carolyn, I assume you're referring to an inexpensive PAYG Cellphone. I've never heard of anyone buying a phone and then throwing it in the bin at the end of their holiday. As Tom mentioned, you'll be able to buy a PAYG phone fairly cheaply, which usually includes a short amount of talk time. For example, Vodafone has prepaid phones (Samsung E1050) starting at €19.90. T-Mobile appears to have the same phone listed at €14.95. My German language skills are a bit "limited" so I wasn't able to determine all the features and price plan details. You didn't say which airport you'll be arriving at, but there should be a Cellphone shop in or near all the major airports. If not, it shouldn't be hard to find a shop in the first town you visit. If you'd prefer to have a working phone as soon as you step off the aircraft, you could also consider buying a phone here from one of the "travel phone" firms. If you need further information, post another note. Happy travels!
Posted by
OP
Jefferson City, MO
3 posts
thanks for the information. I know now that it's possible to get what we need at airport or close by.