AT&T iphone service on Utila??

[bennecc]

Hi,

I just booked a last minute flight to Utila for a quick trip before Christmas. Does anyone know if my iphone will work down there (the phone isn't unlocked or anything fancy). I saw some posts that said verizon works but I didn't see anything about AT&T.

Also, I know I can get a local phone cheap, but I don't really need to make any calls, I just want to be available in case my work needs to call me on my cell while I'm gone.

Thanks!

 

[terrylowe]

You need to activate international calling with ATT before the trip. Your phone will then roam to the local carriers...not ATT. It works OK but costs a zillion dollars to use it. I have used mine in Honduras several times with no problems.

As far as work calling your cell, leave it at home!!!!

 

[itsjustme0770]

Terry is correct on all accounts.

 

[bennecc]

Thanks guys!

 

[gotwake]

Make sure you have data roaming off. You can add the international data plan, but as much as voice costs, you will get a huge bill if you allow push notifications. I always just use WiFi if available to get my emails.

 

[rob@diveinutila.com]

Most places have free WiFi on site - many people use Skype.