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Stay plugged in
Make sure you pack a charger and a USB cord for your phone and other devices. You may also need an adapter plug, so be sure to research which type is used in the country you are visiting. We recommend the 4-in-1 Adaptor. It’ s easy to carry, and you can use it anywhere in the world( although you may need a converter, depending on the voltage of your device). Also, a snap-on keyboard is a handy add-on for your tablet. And bring your passwords!
Traveler tip
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Stay powered up
Consider also a small( 1.75 x 2.75 x 0.8 inches) back-up battery from Pocket Juice( similar brands include Juice Box and others). At night, I would recharge both my phone and the Pocket Juice device. During the day, if my phone power ran low, I’ d just hook it up to the Pocket Juice while traveling on the bus from one sight to the next and the phone was rapidly recharged. These back-up battery sources are available in different storage capacities so you can choose the size you need.
— Eileen Karl, 3-time traveler, Circle Pines, MN
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Phone home using the Internet and smartphone apps
International calling is no longer as expensive or complicated as it used to be, thanks to free internet calling apps like Signal, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and( if you have an Apple device) Facetime. You can make a video or audio call, or leave a voice message, without costly international call or data fees. Your call recipients just need to download the same app.
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Check with your cell phone provider about pricing
If you’ re going to use your cellular calling plan abroad, talk to your
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