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Nathalie Moore

Freelance travel writer
309 Guides written

Nathalie Moore writes for travellers who want their phone to just work. Her SimOptions guides cover eSIM setup, fixes and destination tips, so you spend less time in Settings and more time out there.

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eSIM & SIM by DestinationPhones & eSIM CompatibilityTravel Tips

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Mobile Data & RoamingWhat is Wi-Fi Assist on iPhone?Few things are more frustrating in the modern mobile experience than watching a webpage stall, a video buffer endlessly, or an important video call drop, all while your…5 min readNovember 20, 2025Travel TipsWhat Are the Rules for Traveling Abroad with Prescription Medication?You’ve just landed abroad, exhausted but excited, when a customs officer pulls you aside. The issue? Your common, doctor-prescribed medication. It’s a traveler’s…6 min readNovember 14, 2025Travel TipsWhat is Shoulder Season and Why is it Awesome?You have seen the pictures: a serene, pristine empty beach, a couple having a historic monument all to themselves. Then you arrive, and the reality is a crowd, a…9 min readNovember 6, 2025Travel TipsGetting Sick Abroad: What To Do And What It CostsFalling ill while traveling abroad can be unsettling, especially when you're far from familiar healthcare systems and support networks. Whether you're a vacationer…5 min readNovember 1, 2025Updated October 12, 2026Phone Tips & SecurityHow to Stop and Block Spam Calls on iPhone and AndroidTired of spam calls? You can stop most of them in a few minutes. Turn on your phone's built-in spam filter, block the numbers that keep calling, and switch on your…13 min readOctober 22, 2025Updated October 19, 2026Phone Tips & SecurityEmergency Calls on iPhone: SOS, Emergency Contacts and Medical IDAn emergency call on iPhone works even when your phone is locked. Tap Emergency on the passcode screen to dial 911, 112 or your local number without unlocking. Or use…11 min readOctober 22, 2025Phone Tips & SecurityIs Hotel Wi-Fi Safe?Hotel Wi-Fi can be convenient, but it is not always secure. Many hotels offer open or poorly protected networks, making it easier for hackers to intercept data. Without…6 min readOctober 21, 2025Mobile Data & RoamingWhat Determines the Speed at Which Data Travels?In our hyper-connected world , we often take for granted the instantaneous nature of digital life. A video call with someone across the globe, a massive file downloaded…5 min readOctober 9, 2025Phone Tips & SecurityHow to Share Your Location with Friends on iPhoneDo you remember the panic of frantically texting a friend, " Where are you?! " while standing in a crowded concert venue or a busy airport? Or the mild anxiety of…7 min readOctober 9, 2025Updated October 20, 2026Phone Tips & SecurityDoes Apple Pay Work Internationally? What to Know Before You TravelYes, Apple Pay works internationally. You can use it abroad with your iPhone or Apple Watch wherever the shop, restaurant or transit gate takes contactless payments.…11 min readOctober 9, 2025Travel TipsWhat is a Layover Flight?When planning air travel, many travelers encounter the term layover flight. But what exactly does it mean? A layover flight refers to a journey that includes one or…5 min readJuly 24, 2025Travel TipsWhat are my Rights if my Flight is Canceled or DelayedFlight disruptions (whether cancellations or delays) can be frustrating, causing unexpected expenses and missed connections. However, depending on where you are flying…5 min readJuly 24, 2025