{"id":279393,"date":"2025-10-28T17:04:04","date_gmt":"2025-10-28T21:04:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?p=279393"},"modified":"2025-11-07T10:04:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T15:04:45","slug":"holafly-esims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/holafly-esims\/","title":{"rendered":"Holafly eSIMs: A Better Way to Stay Connected When You Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Nomadic
\nWhen you\u2019re traveling, staying connected is essential. Whether you\u2019re figuring out the best route to your hostel, finding a place to eat, or translating a train schedule or menu, having reliable data makes life on the road infinitely easier. I still remember my early days of travel carrying a physical guidebook around as I wandered the streets looking for my accommodation.<\/p>\n

Or, when smartphones became widespread, searching for a SIM card kiosk to buy a physical SIM, trying to poorly communicate with staff in a language I didn\u2019t know, and spending 20 minutes swapping out tiny plastic chips.<\/p>\n

Luckily, things have changed and life is incredibly easier thanks to eSIMs. Rather than needing a physical SIM card, you can download an app that gives you tons of high-speed data. In a world where we need to be connected for so many reasons (for example, everything in China is paid through an app, so you need data), eSIMs are great.<\/p>\n

One company that\u2019s become a major player in this space is Holafly<\/a>. (Use the code MATTK to get a 5% discount.) They offer unlimited data, quick setup, and global coverage without the hassle of finding a physical SIM card.<\/p>\n

In a world of seemingly never ending eSIM companies, they are one of the best. In this blog post, I will tell you why!<\/p>\n

Who is Holafly?<\/h3>\n

\"Holafly
\nHolafly<\/a> is a Spanish-founded company that started back in 2017 and is now based in Dublin. They offer eSIMs that you can install on your phone via QR code. Once activated, they let you connect to the internet abroad using local carrier networks. What sets Holafly apart from a lot of other providers is that over 200 of their options come with unlimited data and are priced by days rather than gigabytes. You can personalize the days from 1 up to 90 days in over 200 destinations. Holafly\u2019s coverage is also pretty extensive. They offer service in over 200 destinations, which includes most of Europe, Asia, North America, and Latin America.<\/p>\n

How to Set Up Holafly<\/h3>\n

The process of setting up Holafly is incredibly straightforward. Here is how to do it:<\/p>\n

Check your phone first<\/strong> – Make sure your device is unlocked and supports eSIM (most recent iPhones and many newer Androids do<\/a>). Have a Wi-Fi connection handy for setup.<\/p>\n

Save the email & QR<\/strong> – Keep the QR code and order info somewhere safe.<\/p>\n

Install the eSIM<\/strong> – While on Wi-Fi, open the confirmation email and scan the QR code from your phone camera or tap the activation link. There are three options:<\/p>\n