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Countdown to the draw - who will be the winners and losers?
In a little over a weeks time, on December 4th, the nation will know who it faces on the football pitches of South Africa in the 2010 Football World Cup finals. Tens of thousands of England supporters are expected to make the trip to the South Africa World Cup and many will rely on their UK mobiles to keep friends and family updated on their experiences. Other savvy travelers who may have used a South Africa SIM card or a Global SIM card in the past will no doubt look to make savings at the South Africa World Cup.
England's recent qualification for the 2010 South Africa World Cup means thousands of footie fans are set to travel to support the team but many may well pay the penalty of excessive roaming charges if they use their UK mobile whilst on tour. However, 0044.co.uk has introduced three new solutions to help fans avoid these costs in the form of an International SIM card, a South Africa SIM card or a Global SIM card. All can help travellers stay safe and in touch and make great savings during their visit. The Global SIM or International SIM can reduce the cost of a call to only 30p/min and calls can be received for free! With a South African SIM card users can opt for a payg or pay-monthly deal.
Whilst the major UK networks have reduce roaming charges in Europe, users can still pay up to £1.40p/min to make a call and over £1.00p/min to receive a call when roaming at the South Africa World Cup with a UK SIM. These charges can result in a huge additional cost for a trip to the South Africa World Cup but can easily be avoided with a Global SIM or South Africa SIM from 0044.co.uk. The Global SIM or International SIM can be bought on-line before departure and comes with a new number, free starter credit and works in any unlocked phone.
Angus MacLeod of 0044 Ltd commented, "Over the years we've managed to help thousands of people avoid roaming charges by providing a simple and easy to use solutions for travellers. However, with big sporting events like the World Cup in 2010 it means that there will be many new travellers planning to make a specific trip and undoubtedly they'll want to take their mobile to stay in touch whilst away. The South Africa SIM card, Global SIM and International SIM that we can provide will not only ensure they stay safe but that they can use their mobiles when abroad without paying a huge penalty.