> Does Vodafone UK offer free calls between Vodafone accounts?

For specific features (free calls between accounts), please review the Operator’s service description (I’m happy to describe the method of using PrePaid to reduce roaming costs, but do not plan to answer specific questions about current offers).

> we will have Vodafone NZ Mobile Internet Modems

Just as with a mobile phone, be sure that your mobile internet modem is unlocked to permit you to use another Operator’s SIM card. Best to call Customer Service and tell then what you plan to do.

One less thing to worry about.

Yes, you can bring over your own phone if (a) it is UNLOCKED (contact your current Carrier to inquire and get the unlock code before you travel), and (b) it is a “World Phone” that supports the European Bands (this is typical these days, unless you have a phone that is many years old). Bringing over your own phone is ideal, as you know how to use it, it contains all of your frequently-called phone numbers, and have the charger handy.

To avoid costly International calls to the wrong number: When making a call and you are roaming outside of your normal coverage, even if it is a “local call, you need to always prefix the dialed number with the Country Code. This makes the destination unambiguous.

Example: You have stored a 7-digit local number for your friend in your mobile phone. You travel to Belgium, and dial that number from your phone’s Address Book. Because you are in Belgium, using a Belgium mobile network, your number will be interpreted as dialing a local number in Belgium … unless you prefix the number with the Country Code.

> What pre-paid plans do you have?

I’m not a rep of any Mobile carrier. I recommended Vodafone since, when I last looked, they had the best coverage across Europe with a single PrePaid account, for reasonable rates. Check out the plans before you travel so that you know what you want to buy before you get off of the plane, exhausted.

> can I purchase a plan / simcard for cash ?

Yes. Please see my post on the Vodafone office in the airport (just outside of Security, so it is accessible by all).

Bon voyage!

Can I bring over my own mobile phone-( I admit I am not a Vodafone customer here -your competitor in Australia has recommended me to you.) and place your SIM card in it ?

What pre-paid plans do you have and.can I purchase a plan / simcard for cash ?

I believe I will need say a pre-paid amount in the vicinity of say $300 Australian.
Your advices would be greatly appreciated.