Stay connected when you travel
For a working traveler the duties of the office are not left behind when traveling. Some travelers are constrained by the access to internet service when traveling and if you are someone who shares the same fate do not worry, here are some tips to help you connect to the internet when travelling.
Be prepared when travelling
When travelling, it’s important to plan ahead so that you can be sure to have all your necessities ready when you arrive. Always be sure to check in advance whether the hotel room you are booking has access to the internet. This way you will be sure to know the status of your internet connection when you arrive. You can also check the speed of the internet and whether it is a WIFI connection in advance, saving you any unsavory surprises when you reach your stay.
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Another good way to check if there is an internet service where you arrive is to find out more about the location you are travelling to. If you are travelling to a tourist destination, you would usually find a Net cafe or internet centre in the vicinity. There are a many backpackers and travelers who work online and if you were to arrive in another country and are staying at a tourist village you will be sure to find a Net cafe there that caters to these cyber travelers. It is also a good idea to do a little research before you travel. You can log in to a tourism website or a business map to view the location of nearby net cafes.
Portable Internet Devices
If you are travelling by car in a group and have a smart phone with internet connectivity, a bright idea is to purchase a modem with the capability of creating a WIFI hotspot. Using this device that can fit into your pocket, you can connect multiple computers or laptops to a wireless network that is powered by your SIM or Smartphone device. Having a WIFI network doesn’t have to be restricted to your car only, you could also create a hotspot in your room.
Dongles or portable mobile internet devices are becoming increasing popular these days. You can find out the cost of a Dongle in your city and be sure to check whether it has a service range in the location you are travelling to. A dongle is a very handy device, though it may not be very economical compared to a wired connection, it fits effortlessly in a bag or briefcase and is very convenient to carry about. If you already own a dongle always be sure to contact your service provider in advance to find out the international or roaming tariffs that you will be charged to use this device outside your city. Also be sure to find out the cost and rates of international schemes so that you have a topped up your device and have the most economic rate when you travel. If you are travelling to another country you can alternatively go online and find out how much it would cost to purchase a prepaid dongle there and choose the more economic reliable option.
Having access online is crucial while away. In this day in age there is no other way to do business.
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I cannot imagine going without any kind of internet connection whether I am hone or on vacation!