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Morning Wood · 01-11-2012, 02:40 PM

Hey Guys,

The gf and I are going to LA/Vegas for 6 days this February, and was just wondering what would be the best way to stay connected while we're there.

My cellular provider is Telus, and they have US Roaming packages, but I don't find many of them appealing. I hate the fact that none of them give you peace of mind by paying a flat fee and you're covered. They make you pay 'x' amount of money to qualify for a reduced rate, and it's not cheap either. It doesn't help me achieve peace of mind.

I don't need text messaging, just need to call my folks back in Calgary about once a day to check on the dogs, and maybe call random restaurants/shops/attractions in LA/Vegas. Using my iPhone as a GPS would've been nice, but may have to just buy a map due to the exorbitant roaming costs.

As of now, I'm leaning towards just buying a long distance phone card to use for my trip, but would like to hear any suggestions you wise folk may have. Much thanks!!

01-11-2012, 02:40 PM	#1
Morning Wood Crash and Bang Winger Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Calgary Exp:	Trip to US - Mobile phone use, roaming charges, etc... Hey Guys, The gf and I are going to LA/Vegas for 6 days this February, and was just wondering what would be the best way to stay connected while we're there. My cellular provider is Telus, and they have US Roaming packages, but I don't find many of them appealing. I hate the fact that none of them give you peace of mind by paying a flat fee and you're covered. They make you pay 'x' amount of money to qualify for a reduced rate, and it's not cheap either. It doesn't help me achieve peace of mind. I don't need text messaging, just need to call my folks back in Calgary about once a day to check on the dogs, and maybe call random restaurants/shops/attractions in LA/Vegas. Using my iPhone as a GPS would've been nice, but may have to just buy a map due to the exorbitant roaming costs. As of now, I'm leaning towards just buying a long distance phone card to use for my trip, but would like to hear any suggestions you wise folk may have. Much thanks!!