Gear Up For Summer Travel With 22% Off Nomad's eSIMs Using CNET's Exclusive Code
Using our exclusive code, SUMMERCNET, you can score 22% off Nomad eSIM plans. This code may only be used once per person, and the plan must be activated within 60 days of purchase. The deal is valid until August 31 but is limited to the first 100 users -- so we expect the deal will be over long before then. Keep in mind, this code does not apply to add-on data, day plans, sale plans, or plans under $5.
Nomad eSIM has a wide variety of plans available, including local, regional and global eSIMs. The provider is valid in over 200 countries and regions, so you're covered, no matter where you go. Local eSIMs are for one country. (If you're planning on taking a trip just to Bermuda, you can use the local option and choose Bermuda.) From there, you'll be given more options on the amount of GBs and the number of days.
If you're traveling to multiple countries, you may benefit from a regional or global plan. The global plan includes up to 112 countries. The number of countries you'd like to include, the number of days and the amount of GBs must be selected. The regional plan is similar but more continent/area-based. For example, if you're taking a European trip, you might choose the Europe regional plan because it includes 35 countries in Europe. Then, of course, you'll choose the specifics.
For more travel bargains, take a look at the best luggage deals to upgrade your bags before your next trip.
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You'll need to act fast if you want to take advantage of this deal; it's only valid for the first 100 users. Even though the code technically doesn't expire until August 31, we suspect this deal will be over before then. Keep in mind, the code does not apply to add-on data, day plans, sale plans, or plans under $5.
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