Travelling can be an exhilarating experience. A relaxing holiday can serve as a break from all things mundane and a tranquil oasis amidst the many stresses of daily life. A true break is one where you can be cut off from work, truly free and enjoy your solitude.
Communication gadgets that enable constant connectivity can sometimes be more of a bane than a boon. Admittedly, there are times when we just cannot do without them, but then again there are times when we wish we could not be traceable just for some time!
The golden mean is often the best solution and it lies between two extremes. If you're on holiday and wish to be free from all the constant connectivity, switch off your gadgets, but without losing connectivity completely. Get a cheap sim only for travel, and use it as a means of getting in touch.
This means that you can still be reached no matter where you are, you won't have to incur exorbitant roaming charges and can escape without actually being off the grid. It's a win win situation.
For most people, travel can be a way to escape the stress of work or it can be a way to find new things, or it can be both, as it often is. In this day and age where constant connectivity is the norm, a break from communication, without actually losing connectivity can be a liberating experience.