On 20/08/2013 20:15, Erick T. Barkhuis wrote:
Tue, 20 Aug 2013 13:16:46 -0400, Frank Clarke :
I need advice on a CHEAP way to have a cell phone available for
travel in

If you're visiting several countries on your trip, don't bother.
Firstly, initial SIM registration may take several days.

not in my experience