International SIM with local SIMs

PennMike · **International SIM with local SIMs -** 22-05-2007, 19:27

Hi,
Just came across this site a few weeks ago and it has helped me a lot in cutting through some of my fog, but I must admit I'm still basically clueless when it comes to using cells internationally. (technology has passed me by I'm afraid

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I only travel a few times a year, but when I do it's usually 2-3 weeks at the same destination (for example this summer 2 1/2 weeks Prague, 1 1/2 weeks Berlin). I bought a used cell (Motorola 551 GMS- unlocked) and am hoping that was the correct first step. I gather the cheapest rates are going to be by buying local/country-specific cards. (Feel free to tell me I've already screwed up

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Two questions:

1.) Is it a good idea to get local SIMs for the best value when IN the country, but to have an international one to swap out for when travelling to/from/between the countries (or is this even possible a/o easy to do)?

2.) Where do you buy local SIMs other than at a carrier-specific cell phone store?

I waded through various forums but couldn't find the answers to my questions. Sorry if I missed the obvious and asked a typical newbie question for the millionth time.

Thanks,
Mike

PS: FWIW I will most likely not be using SMS, and will probably be using the phone only once or twice a day (maybe 5-10 min) daily.

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PennMike (Offline) Junior Member Newbie Posts: 2 Join Date: 19 May 2007 Country:	International SIM with local SIMs - 22-05-2007, 19:27 Hi, Just came across this site a few weeks ago and it has helped me a lot in cutting through some of my fog, but I must admit I'm still basically clueless when it comes to using cells internationally. (technology has passed me by I'm afraid ) I only travel a few times a year, but when I do it's usually 2-3 weeks at the same destination (for example this summer 2 1/2 weeks Prague, 1 1/2 weeks Berlin). I bought a used cell (Motorola 551 GMS- unlocked) and am hoping that was the correct first step. I gather the cheapest rates are going to be by buying local/country-specific cards. (Feel free to tell me I've already screwed up ) Two questions: 1.) Is it a good idea to get local SIMs for the best value when IN the country, but to have an international one to swap out for when travelling to/from/between the countries (or is this even possible a/o easy to do)? 2.) Where do you buy local SIMs other than at a carrier-specific cell phone store? I waded through various forums but couldn't find the answers to my questions. Sorry if I missed the obvious and asked a typical newbie question for the millionth time. Thanks, Mike PS: FWIW I will most likely not be using SMS, and will probably be using the phone only once or twice a day (maybe 5-10 min) daily.