Does anyone know of the best way to have full, worldwide cellular phone service in Italy? Rent vs buy - pre-paid minutes, etc.?

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I live in NYC and, as I travel overseas quite frequently, I purchased the Ericsson T28 World Phone. I have VoiceStream international service and can use my cell in 160 countries (including the United States, of course). The phone was very inexpensive and worth every penny, on my opinion.

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Please someone...we need more replies here.<BR>I phoned auto europe and roberts. There are exorbitant prices for lost or missing phones here and the shipping costs are quite hefty.<BR>I need suggestions for a rental for 9 days which will work well in Italy.<BR>What about renting a phone in italy?<BR>Thanks for any help you can give

People: I also need help on this one. First trip to Italy and driving alone. I don't usually use a cell phone here (US) but I will want the security of having one there to call for an emergency. What do you advise? Thank you. <BR>

Sandy, <BR>There is another post on fodors regarding cell phone rentals for Europe in which I wrote that after investigating many possibilities, I have opted for the AT&T world phone and service. Just call them and they will send you everything. I found the price much more reasonable than the other companies mentioned. The Erickson world phone had some negative comments from consumers on the amazon.com site. Apparently, many people have a problem with it working once they use it in the U.S. (you also have to buy a monthly plan). <BR>Hope any of this helps. <BR>Have a nice trip!

Thanks Pam. Anyone else? <BR>Sandy

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