How to Use Your Cell Phone Overseas

Not all U.S. cell phones will work overseas because the signals are carried on different networks. If your cell phone can work overseas you need to be aware international roaming rates run from expensive to exorbitantly expensive. See the following article fo more information http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26763875/from/ET/ 

You may be able to temporally alter your phone plan to allow for international calls at responsible rates; contact your phone service provider for more information.

Another option would be to rent or buy a cell phone that is designed for international calls. Do a search on the internet and you will find many companies that provide offer such a service.

Also see this article on using your cell phone while on a cruise ship http://www.cruisecritic.com/cruiseplanning/articles.cfm?ID=45