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By *he real bi deal OP   Couple
over a year ago

Ashby de last zouch

We are planning on taking our phones and want to be able to use WhatsApp and of course get on fabs, what is the best way to do this without any charges,

Thanks Sue x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you are on 3, they offer free data in some countries including Spain. If you are with another network, ask, it may be standard practice.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We are just back from PDI yesterday,sweet is with o2 me with ee.

I have free calls within my allowance back to the UK through ee.

Sweet used o2 to call home via wattsap and the hotels WiFi.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

With O2 it's £1.99 per day on the days you use it abroad

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By *he real bi deal OP   Couple
over a year ago

Ashby de last zouch


"If you are on 3, they offer free data in some countries including Spain. If you are with another network, ask, it may be standard practice. "

Thanks for the reply but we are both on ee which is one of the most expensive

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By *he real bi deal OP   Couple
over a year ago

Ashby de last zouch

It's more the data charges we want to avoid, I've been told to turn off data roaming but not sure if I can connect to WhatsApp and fabs by doing this, sorry to appear thick but technology is not my thing lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

With data roaming off you would only be able to use whatapp and fab if connected to wifi. At the hotel is am in that's 18 euro per week

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By *he real bi deal OP   Couple
over a year ago

Ashby de last zouch


"With data roaming off you would only be able to use whatapp and fab if connected to wifi. At the hotel is am in that's 18 euro per week"

The hotel we are in is free, so that sounds like the way to go,thanks for your help x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Turn off data roaming and use WiFi only for internet.if you don't turn off data roaming,data will still be used as many apps run in the background of your phone,even when you arent using the internet,thus running up charges.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Most hotels offer free WiFi in the reception areas but be careful as the lounges and rooms often require additional payment before you can access the WiFi. Whatsapp is definitely the easiest option for messaging. Remember many bars also offer you free WiFi so when your out and about that's also a possible. Just make sure data roaming is off when your out and about as it saves a nasty shock when you get home and get your bill. Enjoy yr holiday.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

For virginmobile customers they offer data packages which you can top up during your stay.

If we go out we tick the data usage 'mobile data' box on the phone to go online.......but we un-tick it asap afterwards.

At our hotel or apartment we use their wi-fi.

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By *rax and MantisCouple
over a year ago

Epsom

If you just want to use wifi in the hotel or bar, switch on flight mode. It switchs off all data, but allows you to switch on wifi only (no network charges)

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By *he real bi deal OP   Couple
over a year ago

Ashby de last zouch

Thanks for all the advice

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By *leasures4Couple
over a year ago

East midlands

I'm with EE too and just turn off data roaming when in GC.

When you arrive EE will send you an automated message asking if you'd like a data package.

I usually take them up on the offer. It's £3 a day for 100mb ish. If you don't use it one day then you don't get charged.

I turn data roaming on only when I want to use it and keep an eye on how much I'm using.

The hotel receptions usually offer free wifi and most bars and restaurants do too.

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By *leasures4Couple
over a year ago

East midlands

How bizarre?! Just received the following from EE..

"Good news, we're improving your Euro Pass. From 11 May, you'll get 500MB of full-speed data for the same price as today (£4/day). It's automatic, so you don't need to do anything. And that's not all, from 30 April our standard EU roaming rates are also dropping."

Good eh?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Suspect mobile phone companies are starting to smell the coffee

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"How bizarre?! Just received the following from EE..

"Good news, we're improving your Euro Pass. From 11 May, you'll get 500MB of full-speed data for the same price as today (£4/day). It's automatic, so you don't need to do anything. And that's not all, from 30 April our standard EU roaming rates are also dropping."

Good eh? "

Always the bloody way for me,roaming prices decreased and improved after I have returned home

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By *leasures4Couple
over a year ago

East midlands


"How bizarre?! Just received the following from EE..

"Good news, we're improving your Euro Pass. From 11 May, you'll get 500MB of full-speed data for the same price as today (£4/day). It's automatic, so you don't need to do anything. And that's not all, from 30 April our standard EU roaming rates are also dropping."

Good eh?

Always the bloody way for me,roaming prices decreased and improved after I have returned home "

I'd say it was a good enough excuse to book another holiday..

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By *he real bi deal OP   Couple
over a year ago

Ashby de last zouch


"How bizarre?! Just received the following from EE..

"Good news, we're improving your Euro Pass. From 11 May, you'll get 500MB of full-speed data for the same price as today (£4/day). It's automatic, so you don't need to do anything. And that's not all, from 30 April our standard EU roaming rates are also dropping."

Good eh? "

I phoned ee after reading your first post and took them up on the offer, if I don't have to use it then no charge but I've got it for if I do,

Thank you for the information, greatly appreciated

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"How bizarre?! Just received the following from EE..

"Good news, we're improving your Euro Pass. From 11 May, you'll get 500MB of full-speed data for the same price as today (£4/day). It's automatic, so you don't need to do anything. And that's not all, from 30 April our standard EU roaming rates are also dropping."

Good eh?

Always the bloody way for me,roaming prices decreased and improved after I have returned home

I'd say it was a good enough excuse to book another holiday.. "

Funny you should say that.............

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By *leasures4Couple
over a year ago

East midlands


"How bizarre?! Just received the following from EE..

"Good news, we're improving your Euro Pass. From 11 May, you'll get 500MB of full-speed data for the same price as today (£4/day). It's automatic, so you don't need to do anything. And that's not all, from 30 April our standard EU roaming rates are also dropping."

Good eh?

I phoned ee after reading your first post and took them up on the offer, if I don't have to use it then no charge but I've got it for if I do,

Thank you for the information, greatly appreciated "

That's great! And no problem.. Have a fantastic holiday.

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By *leasures4Couple
over a year ago

East midlands


"How bizarre?! Just received the following from EE..

"Good news, we're improving your Euro Pass. From 11 May, you'll get 500MB of full-speed data for the same price as today (£4/day). It's automatic, so you don't need to do anything. And that's not all, from 30 April our standard EU roaming rates are also dropping."

Good eh?

Always the bloody way for me,roaming prices decreased and improved after I have returned home

I'd say it was a good enough excuse to book another holiday..

Funny you should say that............."

Haha! Same here. Can't keep away.

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