Stay connected with an eSim, Anywhere, Anytime

Do the names Nomad, Airalo or Holafly ring a bell? They promise you cheap internet when traveling (outside the EU) without separate SIM cards or other mobile numbers. We tried an eSim twice now: tested, approved and added to our list of travel essentials!!! The eSim makes it possible to stay connected with the world while you’re traveling abroad. This is why staying connected with eSim is so critical for travelers.

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Revolutionizing the Mobile Industry is a plus for travelers: How eSim is changing the game

The advent of eSIM technology has revolutionized the mobile industry, completely changing the game for consumers and service providers alike. This tiny yet powerful chip is set to disrupt the way we use and manage our mobile devices, enabling people to stay connected with eSim during their travels.

With an eSIM, the days of juggling multiple physical SIM cards when you arrive at your destination are long gone. Users can now activate and switch between multiple mobile networks without the need for a physical swap. This eliminates the hassle of carrying multiple devices or dealing with incompatible networks when traveling. Plus, you can keep using your own number, which is a huge advantage!

The convenience doesn’t end there. eSIM technology also offers increased security and privacy, as there’s no physical card to be lost or stolen. Additionally, it enables seamless device-to-device connectivity, allowing smart devices like tablets and wearables to have their own independent mobile connections. Travelers can stay connected with eSim effortlessly.

Leading mobile companies are already embracing this game-changing technology, offering eSIM capabilities in their latest devices. As eSIM gains wider adoption, we can expect to see a shift in how mobile services are delivered and experienced. Recent iPhones all have the option of activating an eSIM. Ruben’s Samsung phone is new but doesn’t have this feature. This is an exception. Most Samsung phones also have the eSIM option.

What is the difference between eSim and traditional SIM cards?

Traditional SIM cards are physical cards. A Sim card is inserted into a device to establish a connection with a specific mobile network. However, eSim, short for embedded SIM, takes a different approach. It is a small chip that is already integrated into a device. This eliminates the need for a physical card. It makes it easier to stay connected with eSim.

Unlike traditional SIM cards, eSim technology allows users to store multiple mobile network profiles on a single chip. This means that users can switch between networks and stay connected without having to physically swap SIM cards. With eSim, the process of activating a new network becomes as simple as a few taps on the device’s settings.

What is the best eSIM for international travel?

Nomad, Airalo and Holafly are the ones that get the most positive reviews from users. I tried Holafly in New York, Mexico and recently in Hawaii and I had zero problems. Easy to install, and with this eSim I stayed connected in all populated areas. I install the eSim the day before we leave and ensure I stay connected with eSim throughout the trip. I activate it as soon as we arrive. Then, I turn my own mobile data off.

Airalo offers more small data packages that are valid for a longer period of time. This provider is the most interesting one if you don’t need an unlimited data option. Nomad is a bit similar to Airalo. Holafly is the better choice if you need unlimited data. This applies if you are active on social media, use your phone as GPS, or want to work or see movies, for example. So I prefer Holafly. Especially when you travel with teenagers the unlimited data option is a plus, if you know you know ;).

How do you install an eSim and enable the possibility to stay connected with the world?

This is really easy-peasy!

Just go to the site of the provider and buy an eSim. Search for the country you’re going to. Next, choose the package that suits you most and buy it. You will get a code (QR and a regular code). Go to the ‘Mobile data’ in the menu of your phone and press on ‘add eSim’, you give the eSim a name (I chose ‘Reizen’ as you can see in the image). Activate by adding the code you got from the provider and that’s basically it! Don’t forget to switch your regular sim off to avoid roaming costs (I also switch off the roaming separately to be 100% sure!). This way, you can stay connected with eSim without any hassle.