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I have been using Airalo for my travels for a while now – from Japan to Turkey and beyond. Their service and support has always been impeccable, so recommending them to fellow pilgrims was an easy decision. Get your Airalo eSIM here and stay connected from day one.
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM is a digital SIM card – no physical card, no swapping, no hunting for a local SIM shop when you land. You download it directly to your phone before you leave home, activate it on arrival, and you’re connected. Simple as that.
Why does it matter on the Camino?
The Camino Francés takes you through small villages, remote countryside and mountain passes where your regular roaming plan may struggle or charge you a fortune. With an Airalo eSIM you get affordable local data across Spain – so you can check your maps, message your loved ones and share that sunrise over the Spanish countryside without worrying about your phone bill.
On my Camino I used mobile internet to check how many kilometres were left to my destination, ping my family and friends that I was still alive, find the best places to eat along the way, and many other organisational matters that arise on the road. Small things – but they made a big difference every single day.
Note: make sure your phone is eSIM compatible before purchasing. Most phones made after 2020 are.