Why Maya Mobile is my go-to eSIM

Sponsored by Maya Mobile

The first time I traveled abroad, I did it old school.

I printed all my reservations, tickets, and must-know information ahead of time, carried it around Italy in a folder, and I only used my phone when I was on the hotel WiFi.

Which is fine, I guess, if you plan everything ahead and remember to download even basic things like walking routes before you head out and don’t get lost.

But travel is just waaaay less stressful when you can function normally with your phone, research on-the-go, check in with loved ones, and navigate as needed.

In the years since that first trip, we’ve played the game of deciding who should turn their phone on once we land and how many days we’d need service for to minimize the damage of both getting charged $12+ a day while traveling by our cell carrier.

Staying connected via eSIMs

Then earlier this year, I learned about eSIMs and realized there was a much more affordable option that was convenient for both my limited tech skills and my wallet.

I figured all eSIMs were pretty much the same before I started digging into them, but boy was I wrong.

They all had different plans with different amounts of data offered. How many GBs did I need? Which international network did I want to use for my trip? How many countries was I visiting? How long would I be gone? Would I be crossing international borders? 😵‍💫

It made my head spin. And then, after I finally pulled the trigger and bought my first eSIM, it wasn’t even compatible with my phone. 😑

And when I finally did get one to work for my Switzerland trip, the train took us across the border into Italy… and my phone promptly stopped working.

Ugh. I was frustrated by the whole process and wondering if eSIMS were even worth the trouble.

And then I looked into eSIMs from Maya Mobile.

How is Maya Mobile different?

Their app is clean.

Simple.

One straightforward process.

1. Select your plan based on how many days you need service (3, 7, 14, 30 days)

2. Purchase and decide if you want to Auto Top-Up (more on that later)

3. Install

Every plan is an unlimited global plan that works in 200+ countries, meaning connectivity for my entire trip with zero data limits.

Hotspots. Video Streaming. File uploads. Internet calls. All of it, with their LTE/5G coverage.

And built into their app’s interface is a quick one-click feature that checks your device's eSIM compatibility before you can even proceed to checkout.

That feature alone is a huge selling point in my book, after my previous experiences.

And I like that they don’t sell you on a recurring subscription for the rest of eternity either. Their Auto Top-Up feature means your plan expires when it runs out unless you choose to toggle ON the Auto Top-Up feature to allow your plan to automatically renew.

And they notify you before every top-up or charge.

In short, Maya Mobile is a straightforward, easy-to-use eSIM that doesn’t feel like rocket science or like it’s out to scam me.

And while that’s what got me in the door, that’s not even the part that is the most interesting. 👀

Global + Cruise

If you’re a cruiser, then you likely know the pain of deciding if you really want to be connected onboard the ship.

Wireless carriers are useless at sea, and most eSIMs only work when you’re close enough to shore to pick up a weak signal.

But Maya Mobile is changing that.

Their Global + Cruise package takes their same great global coverage a step further and keeps you connected at sea — the entire time.

They provide connectivity across 20 different cruise lines, and you can check their list of Supported Cruises — down to the individual ship you are sailing on — before checkout.

No guesswork and full upfront accountability.

The Global + Cruise option means connectivity doesn’t stop at the gangway and goes where you go, whether you’re at sea or going ashore.

Bottom Line

Maya Mobile is hands down the more affordable option for continuous coverage on land and at sea in one clean, easy-to-use app that checks your compatibility along the way.

That’s one less headache to worry about as you travel and being connected means you’re ready to explore and able to navigate any hiccups you might encounter on your travels.

Learn more about Maya Mobile and the Global + Cruise plans here. 👈