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Winners and losers at the Winter Olympics
Savvy travellers who plan to visit, or even compete at the Winter Olympics in Canada (12th-28th Feb) could end up losing out due to the high mobile roaming charges that still apply in long haul destinations like Canada.UK networks still charge up to £1.50p/min to make a call so mobile users could find they lose out as a result of their huge mobile bill when they return. However, those that adopt a roaming solution for 0044.co.uk will be the real winners, with Global SIM products and a Canada SIM that offer free incoming calls and cheap rates back to the UK... read more
Posted on 03/02/2010
0044 kicks off 2010 World Cup roaming solutions
With hoards of excited England supporters heading to South Africa in the summer the risk of being caught out on mobile roaming charges is bigger than ever. Tens of thousands of England supporters are expected to make the trip to South Africa and many will rely on their UK mobiles to keep friends and family updated on their experiences... read more
Posted on 27/01/2010
Increasing traveller figures mean higher risk of roaming
As the UK emerges from the depths of recession and battles through the winter weather Ryanair, Europe’s biggest low cost airline, announced that it carried over 65 million passengers in 2009, an increase of over 7 million passengers (13%) on its 2008 traffic. Ryanair capped off an extraordinary year of growth by carrying 5million passengers in December, 12% more than in December 2008... read more
Posted on 20/01/2010
Avoid peak rates when you SKI in France
Skiers and snowboarders spending the season in France can now take out a short term mobile contract, receive a free French SIM card and enjoy call rates from 20 p/min and free incoming calls. Skiers and boarders have long been enjoying using French pay-as-you-go or a Global SIM card in their mobiles to avoid roaming charges, but have often come unstuck with the top ups and the number expiring... read more
Posted on 06/01/2010
How to roam this Christmas - even if you're in the UK
Using a UK mobile network in the UK has many benefits but recently published industry statistics demonstrate just how poor their coverage can be in certain UK locations. However, now the Global SIM card specialists www.0044.co.uk can provide a perfect solution for those visiting relatives in rural or remote areas who struggle with main network coverage, in the form of a new Global SIM card... read more
Posted on 17/12/2009
England fans forced to roam in South Africa in 2010
Finally the draw has been made and England now know who they face in the group stages of the South Africa World Cup in 2010. However, their initial matches against Algeria, Slovenia and the USA are spread across South Africa and consequently fans will be travelling the length of the country to visit the venues where matches will take place. Many savvy travelers who may have used a Global SIM card or a South Africa SIM card in the past will no doubt look to make savings at the South Africa World Cup but thousands more run the risk of being caught out by excessive roaming charges as they make their journey through South Africa... read more
Posted on 10/12/2009
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... read more
Posted on 26/11/2009
Avoid breaking the bank on your gap year SKI trip
Savvy skiers and snowboarders visiting or working the season in France can now take out a 6 month mobile contract, receive a free French mobile SIM and enjoy call rates from 20 p/min and free incoming calls. Skiers and boarders have long been enjoying using French pay-as-you-go or an International SIM card... read more
Posted on 18/11/2009
Low cost travellers becoming more mobile.
Evidence of a gradual recovery in the travel industry is supported by the recent announcement from Ryanair that passenger flight bookings increased in October. Passenger numbers were up 15% in October 2009 compared to the same period last year. A good deal of the increase is created by those travelling for late winter sun breaks... read more
Posted on 12/11/2009
Avoid the slippery slope of mobile roaming this season.
Spending a season on the slopes in France as a gap year break is a fantastic opportunity, but it can result in and avalanche of bills when using a mobile phone. 0044.co.uk has introduced several new services that means it is possible to have a mobile solution all set up and managed from the UK. For France the options incl... read more
Posted on 05/11/2009
Great rates for data wherever you are
A new low EU data rate, introduced by mobile roaming specialists 0044.co.uk, means that users stand to make big savings, not only on voice calls but whenever they use their handset or a dongle connected to a laptop from within Europe. The new EU data rate of just £1.53 perMB has now been introduced on all 0044 Global SIM cards and International SIM cards for both new and existing customers... read more
Posted on 21/10/2009
A Global SIM with the best of both worlds
The UK market for Global SIM cards and International SIM cards has become massively popular with UK travellers, but there have been few innovative new features introduced on these products... read more
Posted on 14/10/2009
Flexible French mobiles for skiers and boarders
Savvy skiers visiting or working the season in France can now take out a 6 month mobile contract, receive a free French SIM card and enjoy call rates from 20 p/min and free incoming calls. Skiers and boarders have long been enjoying using French pay-as-you-go and Global SIM cards in their mobiles to avoid roaming charges, but have often come unstuck with the top ups and the number expiring... read more
Posted on 08/10/2009
A new low EU text rate, introduced by mobile roaming specialists 0044.co.uk, means that users stand to make big savings, not only on voice calls but whenever they text their contacts from within Europe. The new EU text rate of just 11p per text has now been introduced on all 0044 Global SIM cards for both new and existing customers... read more
Posted on 01/10/2009
Save loads and avoid the penalties in South Africa
England's recent qualification for the World Cup in South Africa 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 mobile whilst on tour. However, 0044.co.uk has introduced two new solutions to help fans avoid these costs in the form of a Global SIM card or a South African SIM card... read more
Posted on 17/09/2009
Don't let mobile phone bills cloud your winter break
Owning or renting a home abroad is a dream that many are turning into reality, but the cost of staying in touch with friends and family can turn into a nightmare. Many ex-pats heading out after the UK summer choose to use their mobile phone whilst out of the country and are subjected to extortionate international roaming charges. But now an alternative solution, the Global SIM or International SIM, is available... read more
Posted on 10/09/2009
Free up your mobile and receive calls for free
With more and more travellers using a Global SIM, International SIM or foreign SIM card to avoid mobile roaming charges there is a growing need for consumers to be able to unlock their handsets... read more
Posted on 02/09/2009
New text rates from 0044 spell big savings
With the EU commission capping text rates in Europe most Global SIM or International SIM providers now appear expensive by comparison. However, a new low EU rate, introduced by mobile roaming specialists 0044.co.uk... read more
Posted on 25/08/2009
New products from 0044 help credit crunch recovery
With signs that the credit crunch may be coming to an end in countries like France and Germany 0044, the leading roaming solutions provider in the UK, has introduced two new products to help travellers save money as they begin to venture out. Using their new Global SIM or International SIM can actually help save you a small fortune when travelling with your mobile abroad and a recently introduced USA SIM provides even bigger transatlantic savings... read more
Posted on 17/08/2009
Mobile roaming tamed in the Wild West
Families planning a big holiday break in the USA or business travellers can end up paying hundreds of pounds more when using their UK mobile to stay in touch with home as well as calling each other. Using your UK mobile network or even a Global SIM or International SIM can actually turn out to be a horribly expensive mistake and leave many feeling out of pocket... read more
Posted on 10/08/2009
Gap year safety tip; how to avoid being stung by your mobile
A career break or gap year is the ideal way to explore the world ahead of full time employment, but unless care is taken huge bills can be racked up along the way. However, the UK's leading SIM card provider www.0044.co.uk now provides an alternative solution; the Global SIM or International SIM; meaning travelers can share their experiences with friends and family whilst traveling or working their way around the world... read more
Posted on 06/08/2009
Roam at home when you don't get a signal
Ofcom has recently published UK mobile network GSM coverage maps for the main UK networks which demonstrate how patchy mobile coverage can be in an established market like the UK. However, a new Global SIM or International SIM card from 0044.co.uk means that you can now use all main UK networks in the UK and therefore benefit from the strongest available signal... read more
Posted on 14/07/2009
New French data services offer unlimited scope
Accessing the internet from the comfort of home is something that is generally taken for granted, but having that same convenience whilst travelling in France can be extremely expensive. However, a new service from 0044 Ltd, the French mobile phone and global SIM card specialists, means that you can get on-line throughout France at a fraction of the cost that a UK provider might charge and without the need to commit to a lengthy contract with a local broad band offering... read more
Posted on 08/07/2009
Body swerve roaming charges in South Africa
The British and Irish Lions tour in South Africa this summer is set to see thousands of British supporters encountering roaming charges during their stay. However, a new Global SIM or International SIM card from 0044.co.uk means... read more
Posted on 11/06/2009
EU text rates to drop but roaming still applies.
The EU commission has succeeded in capping UK network mobile roaming charges for mobile phone users across Europe, and has now introduced plans to cap the text rates in the summer of 2009. However, the caps still mean that a UK user in Europe continues to pay to receive all calls and will be charged around three times the price of a UK domestic call when abroad. 0044 now provides two options to help you beat the charges that remain. A global SIM or international SIM card from 0044.co.uk means you can still receive calls abroad for free and make calls at dramatically lower rates. Also available is the French SIM card and Spanish SIM card which can make and receive calls in those destinations at far cheaper rates. read more
Posted on 28/05/2009
French data solution steals the show in Cannes
Accessing the internet from the comfort of a UK office is something that is generally taken for granted, but having that same convenience whilst at the Cannes Film Festival in France (13th ? 24th May 2009) can be extremely expensive... read more
Posted on 18/05/2009
Global SIM Provider Service Disruptions in the UK
Unfortunately there have been several instances where established Global SIM or International SIM card providers have entered into administration in the past 24 months. This is a regrettable situation, not only for customers of the networks in question but equally for all involved in the provision of these services... read more
Posted on 28/04/2009
Mobile roaming still taking the Mickey on Disney trips
Families planning that once in a lifetime trip to Disneyland USA can end up paying hundreds of pounds more when using their UK mobile to stay in touch with home as well as calling each other in the vast theme parks... read more
Posted on 21/04/2009
Save pounds and beat the Euro rate slide
Owning or renting a home in Europe is a dream that many are turning into reality, but the cost of a short stay in Europe seems to be getting more and more expensive these days. Many travelers also choose to use their mobile phone whilst out of the country and are subjected to roaming charges, but now a unique solution is available from a UK based company which means using your mobile in the EU can be as cheap as it is in the UK... read more
Posted on 08/04/2009
On-line when you're 'en France'
Accessing the internet from the comfort of home is something that is generally taken for granted, but having that same convenience whilst travelling in France can be extremely expensive. However, a new service from 0044 Ltd, the French mobile phone specialists, means that you can get on-line throughout France at a fraction of the cost that a UK provider might charge and without the need to commit to a lengthy contract with a local broad band offering... read more
Posted on 02/04/2009