I just got my DTV approved (woo hoo)

Looking into cell phone tricks..

Thinking about parking my USA number to Google voice $10mo?

Then just getting a new sim out in Thailand?

I’ll be out there for over 1 year.

What’s the trick to save your number and not pay a lot monthly?

(I also don’t have an unlocked phone so my alternative is buying an unlocked phone and dial sim I think? But paying AT&T international plan is pricy.)

We're coming from the U.S. and staying in Thailand for at least 60 days. We currently have Verizon and could use their international plan, but we’re curious about other options. Does anyone have experience with buying a SIM card in Thailand that works internationally? Any recommendations would be appreciated!

Sim card advice and recommendations?

I will be in Koh Phangan for a couple of months and wondering the best SIM option?

I have seen 8, 15, and 30 day deals but I'm confused as to how these work and if I can top up again etc.

Some people have said not to get a tourist/traveller SIM.