As the tragic events of this week’s earthquake in New Zealand unfold, it focuses the mind on just how fragile our planet is and how easily life can be turned upside down without warning. The local population have suffered massively but with more and more travelers visiting New Zealand and other countries located around the Pacific ‘ring of fire’ it highlights the importance of staying in touch whilst away. Using a Global SIM in your mobile rather than relying on internet cafes for email means that you can stay safe and in touch with either those back home or local authorities should an unforeseen tragedy occur.

A Global SIM is a simple solution and replaces your standard UK SIM so that you avoid roaming charges outside the UK with a Global SIM. However, regardless of savings it’s the convenience of having a mobile in your hand with a Global SIM in such a situation meaning you can look after yourself, inform others of your situation and generally be able to react in a positive way.

Another benefit of using a Global SIM in your handset is that it can operate on different networks whilst abroad. In the event of an unforeseen situation like a natural disaster or an act of terrorism then mobile networks experience huge pressure due to the number of emergency calls understandably being made. With a Global SIM it is possible to select different networks locally thereby allowing your call to connect rather than failing due to limited network availability.

“The tragic events in New Zealand are sadly an indication as to just how vulnerable we are, especially when abroad and out of touch with family and friends. A Global SIM therefore makes sense, aside of any savings that are available, as a method of staying safe while you travel and also of informing loved ones if you, or others, need help or simply to say your safe.”