When in Roam
Traveling takes you outside of the bubble you live in. Yes, it can be overwhelming, but it’s also oddly freeing. Some trips go without a hitch, but many don’t. Some things you can prepare for, others you just have to deal with.
“Travel can be quite unpredictable, but your connectivity shouldn’t be,” says Paula Rivera-Castillo, head of Globe International Business, during the launch of Globe’s GoRoam promo.
Globe redefines the travel experience with an exciting portfolio of first-to-market data roaming offers that provide stable, affordable, and reliable connectivity while you’re overseas either for work or leisure.
“Our new data roaming offers provide peace of mind and help you manage what you can’t control, so you can enjoy your trip to the fullest,” Paula adds.
Why you should goroam with Globe
Whether you’re a tourist in Japan or a Filipino venturing abroad, understanding your options for Internet access is crucial for a worry-free travel. There are different ways to stay connected globally with your own fair share of benefits, drawbacks, and costs. Read on and discover why you should GoRoam with Globe.
•Opting for a local SIM card. A local SIM card not only significantly cuts down costs but also allows you to use a local number to navigate your journey more seamlessly. The drawback? “Your connectivity isn’t secured just yet because you have to claim that local SIM at a kiosk in the airport of your destination,” explains Francis Garcia, head of Outbound International Business. Another thing is, when you finally get to the kiosk, showing your passport just to get your SIM can be a cause of security concerns. Also, you might lose or misplace your passport and your own SIM in the process.
With Globe Roaming, once you land, you are good to go. “Just switch on your mobile data on your device for instant connectivity. There’s no need to prolong your stay at the airport,” enthuses Garcia.
For budget-conscious travelers, Globe made updates to its country-exclusive GoRoam offers that allow users to enjoy roaming at close-to-local rates while skipping the hassles of managing SIMs abroad.
With recent additions to GoRoam’s coverage, including Japan, Canada, Australia, and Vietnam, Globe is making affordable data roaming accessible to more travelers in Asia, North America, and the Middle East.
“This means you can now roam for as low as P800 up to three days,” adds Garcia.
•Renting or buying pocket Wi-Fi. Renting a pocket Wi-Fi device offers a portable haven of connectivity, allowing multiple devices to sip from the well of Internet simultaneously. “However, a pocket Wi-Fi device limits your exploration, especially if you’re traveling with a group. If you go far away from the person who is holding it, you won’t be able to stay connected anymore,” notes Garcia. You also have to be mindful of your data usage, because the more people who connect to the device, the lower the speed everyone gets to experience.
Ideal for families and groups of friends planning to go on cross-country trips together, Roam Surf4All, the first of its kind on the market, offers the ultimate convenience with shareable data roaming. It allows up to five users to share data seamlessly without needing an additional device. You may easily add or remove members, set data limits, and monitor your usage via the GlobeOne app. With Roam Surf4All, you can enjoy adventures on your own or in a group at 5G speeds without having to stay close together or dealing with slow data speeds as more users connect to a device.
On top of these new offers, Globe is redefining the travel experience with its latest innovation: advance booking.
Plan early
Planning is crucial for a hassle-free travel experience. With the Advance Booking feature on the GlobeOne app, you can now book your preferred data roaming promos up to a year in advance, making connectivity one less travel essential to worry about.
Avoid the hassle of scrambling for other booking alternatives. Instead, enjoy the convenience of signing up for a roaming promo via the app.
“Upon arrival abroad, just switch on your mobile data and data roaming, and the data pack will automatically activate,” shares Castillo.
Concerned about plan changes? No need to worry as Globe’s Advance Booking is totally risk-free. You can easily cancel your booked promo if your trip plans change. If the promo is not activated, postpaid customers will not be charged and prepaid customers will receive a refund.
“At Globe, we’re making international roaming services affordable, convenient and easy to use. Why? Because we want you, our customers, to focus on what truly matters when you’re abroad,” adds Castillo.
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Ready for a first-class roaming experience? Register or book your roaming promo through the GlobeOne app for prepaid and postpaid or GCash for Globe Prepaid and TM subscribers.
Learn more about Globe via glbe.co/roam.
