30 reasons you need an eSIM for international travel

Using an eSIM for international travel means you're downloading a digital SIM card onto your phone or tablet, and using it to get local mobile data at your destination.   An eSIM is an embedded SIM card, and you can get an eSIM for 170+ countries using the free aloSIM app.   Travelling soon? Whether you choose to use your phone number abroad or decide to turn off your primary SIM while travelling to save on carrier fees, you're...

eSIM environment impact vs SIM cards

Choosing eSIM helps the environment

The 'e' in eSIM should probably stand for 'environmental' or earth-friendly, because these planet-loving downloadable SIM cards are making a real difference in protecting Mother Nature.   So if you're someone who loves to travel, you can save money and save the...

Best phone plans for Canadian Snowbirds

Affordable cell phone plans for Canadian Snowbirds

When you're researching phone plans for Canadian Snowbirds, it can be overwhelming to review all potential cell phone options and decide which one is best.   Today, we're keeping things simple and outlining how Canadians can affordably call and text...

How to fly standby on your next trip

How to fly standby

If shuffling your itinerary and ending up at your destination early sounds like the ultimate air travel hack, today I'm going to teach you how to fly standby on your next trip (and why it might be a good idea)....

This is the best eSIM for Japan travel.

Best eSIM for Japan: How to use it on your trip

Are you curious what the best eSIM for Japan is, and how it can help you avoid roaming fees? Well read on, dear reader, because we’ve got you covered.    Whether you’re heading to Japan soon, or planning a future...

eSIM Japan travel guide

eSIM Japan travel guide: Don’t miss these 6 things

Ever wondered whether an eSIM Japan travel guide exists? Congratulations—you’ve stumbled upon that very thing!   Japan is a dream travel destination, and visiting this beautiful country is a bucket-list item for many (me included). It’s a distinct, ancient culture...

Pack with me as I get ready to travel from Canada to the United States

eSIM Travel Diary: 24-hour whirlwind vacation prep

Welcome to my eSIM travel diary! Tag along and get ready with me as I prep for a three-day vacation, going from Canada to the United States with nothing but a couple of carry-ons, my trusty husband, and a digital...