eSIM at Sea: The Internet Hack Cruisers Over 60 Are Missing
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We just returned from Japan. It was 3 weeks that we cruised around Japan, 14 different stops, and we both purchased a 10 gigabyte 30-day plan, and we used it every day while in port, and we did not exceed our data plan.
The plan was $18 each for the whole time we were in Japan. Now, contrast that to Verizon's plan, which is $12 per day per person. The savings are big.
I paid $35 for a 7-day pass that gave me a gig of data and it was strictly for use at sea.
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Are you intimidated by the word eSIM? You’re not alone. In this episode, Doug breaks down everything cruisers (and land travelers) need to know to keep their phones connected both on land and at sea. He’ll walk you thru step by step how he uses eSIM providers for access to data in cruise ports, as well as an option to use one during sea days. What to Expect: • What’s an eSIM? • Is Your Phone Compatible? • Where and how to purchase a plan • Step by step activation and when to turn it on and When to Deactivate • Helpful tips and tricks to avoid surprises • GigSky’s “at sea” option as a ship Wi Fi replacement Whether you’re sailing or exploring on land, this guide makes staying connected simple. 0:00 - Introduction 1:20 – What is an eSIM 1:42 – Is my iPhone Compatible? 2:30 – Purchasing a Plan 3:45 – Install & Activation 6:47 – Arrived at Destination- turn on eSIM 7:55 – Pro Tips 8:25 – Turn off eSIM/Turn on Main carrier 0:00 – GigSky Experience & Wrap #esim #cruisetips #airalo #gigsky If you're a cruiser over 60 and the word "esim" makes you nervous, you're not alone! We explain how this "travel tech" can actually help you save money on "cruise internet" while at sea. In this video, we share our "gigsky esim review" and offer practical "cruise tips" for using GigSky's cruise-only Wi-Fi alternative.