Alohaaa Posted February 27, 2013 #1 Share Posted February 27, 2013 Hi All, I know I will need to call home a few times during my next cruise. Email will not suffice. What is the best cost effective method of making a call while traveling? Dr. Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boytjie Posted February 27, 2013 #2 Share Posted February 27, 2013 There is only one way - the ship's satellite link which is expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 27, 2013 #3 Share Posted February 27, 2013 If you have A T & T cell service, telephone calls from San Juan or St. Thomas are no extra roaming charges. I always call from there and I don't pay anything extra. Two things ...... I see you're on Westerdam but are you doing Eastern or Western itinerary? Also, confirm A T & T no extra roaming charges apply to Hawaii. If you have another server, see if your cell plan has the same deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boytjie Posted February 27, 2013 #4 Share Posted February 27, 2013 If you have A T & T cell service, telephone calls from San Juan or St. Thomas are no extra roaming charges. I always call from there and I don't pay anything extra. Two things ...... I see you're on Westerdam but are you doing Eastern or Western itinerary? Also, confirm A T & T no extra roaming charges apply to Hawaii. If you have another server, see if your cell plan has the same deal. OP asked about phone service onboard. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alohaaa Posted February 27, 2013 Author #5 Share Posted February 27, 2013 OP asked about phone service onboard. ;) Hi Peter, I actually meant the broader consideration of making phone calls while cruising. Thanks for your response. Dr. Gillen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boytjie Posted February 27, 2013 #6 Share Posted February 27, 2013 Hi Peter, I actually meant the broader consideration of making phone calls while cruising. Thanks for your response. Dr. Gillen Ah, that makes a difference :). Even without an international calling plan calling in port will surely be cheaper than on the ship (I assuming we are talking about cell phones). Check with your service provider for international rates and packages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv2cruisenz Posted February 27, 2013 #7 Share Posted February 27, 2013 On the Amsterdam in December someone told me about the ships calling card. I asked about it at the front desk and it was about $20 or $25 for 10-12 minutes or thereabouts. You use the phone in your cabin. I didn't try it out but it could be an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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