eSIM at Sea: The Internet Hack Cruisers Over 60 Are Missing
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If the word eSIM makes you nervous, you're not alone. Many cruisers over 60 feel unsure about this technology.
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.
It's very important if the process gets interrupted, the eSIM is pretty much worthless. I always do it at home on a strong Wi-Fi connection.
I thought it was just fine. Did it drop me every now and then? Yes. But if you look at where we were in the world, I was actually surprised it was working as well as it did.
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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.