Also make sure the company offers free 24-hour customer service. I didn't have to worry about calculating out when business hours were in the United States or paying through the nose for the unexpected need for technical support. I'll just have to remember to remind people about time zone differences next time. If you'll be going to a remote location, satellite phones are also available. The fees are much higher, but if you are going into the wilderness, desert, or any other place where frequencies are likely to be scant, you'll need it.
Time is precious.
Just one number. Some U.S.-based wireless providers have begun to offer cell phones that can be used locally as well as abroad. Although the thought of one number is quite attractive, make sure to investigate the offering to make sure the program is right for you. The McGraw-Hill Companies Inc. All rights reserved.