Pay As You Go cellphones are probably the easiest way to stay in touch while travelling. Most people these days depend so much on their mobile phones that the thought of being adrift in a strange city without their trusty mobiles is just an impossible situation for them to contemplate.

Of course, as with many simple ideas, the implementation is a bit trickier. Different countries are often on different networks which can make using your existing mobile phone a bit iffy, but there are lots of options.

You will want to check with your current mobile phone provider to find out if your network is compatible with one in London. If so, you should be able to purchase a SIM card for your existing phone that allows you to make calls on a UK network for around £5-£10.

You insert this card which will contain a new telephone number and network connection information into your phone, then you can top up your account using Pay As You Go credit that you can purchase either from a mobile phone store or from local newsagents. Just remember to give your friends and family the new phone number so they can reach you easily.

If your network is not compatible with a UK network, you might want to consider buying a Pay As You Go handset and SIM card package. These packages are generally quite reasonably priced from around £30-£50 and often come with free credit towards phone calls.

Some of the more popular mobile phone companies in the UK are Vodafone, T Mobile, Orange, and Virgin Mobile.

Mobile phones are quite popular in London and the market is quite competitive. If you plan ahead and do some online price comparisons between the various providers, you may be able to get even better deals by purchasing what you need prior to your visit.

Pay As You Go phones can help give you peace of mind knowing that you are connected to loved ones wherever you may travel.

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