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Travelzoo Staff Test Skyroam Solis Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots: Real-World Reviews

No list of great conversation starters has ever kicked off with the relative merits of international data plans. But gather any group of travel professionals, and discussions inevitably turn to road-tested connectivity solutions. We debate phone carrier plans, Airplane Mode strategies, hidden fees, and more—until someone remembers to ask about family updates.

So when Travelzoo-exclusive deals on Skyroam Solis portable Wi-Fi hotspots surfaced in our offices, our team's curiosity peaked. Three staffers with upcoming trips volunteered to test the devices. Here's what they discovered.

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Travelzoo Staff Test Skyroam Solis Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots: Real-World ReviewsWhile I wish you could use this on an airplane, I have no other complaints. The Skyroam Solis excelled when I needed to look something up, post on social media, connect with family and friends, or—arguably most important—get directions. Driving from Dublin to Belfast with my mom, our rental car's navigation dropped us in a random neighborhood. The Skyroam connected to my phone instantly; Google Maps got us to the hotel in five minutes. —Robert Hartman, Sales Manager

Travelzoo Staff Test Skyroam Solis Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots: Real-World ReviewsThe Skyroam Solis is remarkably lightweight, so I carried it everywhere in Edinburgh. Navigating was effortless—no more Wi-Fi hunts for researching meals, shopping, or sights. Setup is simple: power on, enter the password, and connect.

Up to four devices can connect simultaneously, but with three phones sharing pics, speeds dipped slightly. Browsing was solid overall, and the 16-hour battery life never faltered during full-day explorations.

The only hiccup was delayed shipping, but Skyroam fixed it with UPS Overnight delivery before my flight. —Peter Vanden Bos, Associate Publisher

Travelzoo Staff Test Skyroam Solis Portable Wi-Fi Hotspots: Real-World ReviewsBefore my London trip, I confirmed hotel Wi-Fi, but it was too weak for emails. Skyroam Solis had me connected and productive in moments. —Andree Sanquini, Head of Hotel & Local Sales


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