Know before you go

A well-connected
traveller’s field notes.

The things worth understanding before your phone says “Welcome abroad”.

NOTE 02

Keep your UK number with a travel eSIM

Understand UK numbers, bank SMS and dual SIM when using a travel eSIM. Separate mobile data from calls and check which home-line charges can still apply.

NOTE 03

How to avoid unwanted roaming charges

A practical UK traveller checklist for before departure, arrival and returning home: roaming settings, bill limits, background data and separate SIM lines.

NOTE 04

How much mobile data do you need abroad?

Build a realistic travel data budget from your own usage. Separate maps from video, include hotspot and background traffic, and understand estimator assumptions.