Phones and simcards.
Getting connected while abroad is an important step to ensuring things run smoothly.
SIM cards aimed at tourists are readily available in most countries, although they often require proof of ID for purchase. Those of you who will travelling within Europe may be able to use your British SIM card but should definitely check with your network about roaming costs and extra charges.
Some tips on how to get the best SIM card for your location may be included in your pre-departure pack.
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In general, we always recommend you get a local simcard. If you have a relatively modern smartphone then thanks to E-sims, it will be pretty easy for you to get connected.
You only need to buy an online package and configure it in your phone settings. We always recommend the Mobimatter platform here as it has a wealth of options
*If travelling to China, the HK/China e-sim will often mean you don't need a VPN to access Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, etc! Which is a great bonus!