When I left for England, from Canada, I had really wanted to rent a cellphone - just for use when driving cross-country. However, I could find nothing. I searched the Internet and visited local stores. No-one had even heard of such a service. A couple of months later I heard about Rent Express and decided to Email them. (Unfortunately they didn't tell me THE COST! - Which was the main question I asked) .. This is the information I received in reply:

Thank you for requesting information and rates on Rent Express Global Wireless Services.

Before your next international trip, reserve a Motorola digital international phone that works in over 100 countries around the globe. If you travel more frequently, ask us about purchasing an international GSM phone with one year of World Service access. Here are just a few of the benefits Rent Express World Service can offer you:

* Convenience: one number and one phone, where family and colleagues can reach you during your overseas trip.
* Not a Minute Wasted: with your number and phone in hand before departing North America, you won't waste a minute during your trip coordinating communications or searching for pay phones.
* No Hidden Charges: all incoming and local calls are billed at one standard rate and we offer competitive international calling rates.
* Don't be Held Captive: with your own phone, you won't be captive to using hotel phones where you can be subject to high calling surcharges.
* Accountability: dealing with a company from home means we're accountable for your satisfaction.

Information regarding rates and coverage for our World Service rentals in a printer friendly format can be found at http://www.rentexpress.com. Simply click on the "Rent a Global Cell Phone" link on our homepage.

Text Messaging is here! Send and receive email messages directly to your handset. Ask your Customer Care Associate for the details.

Call us 7 days a week at 1.888.622.7368 or visit our home page at http://www.rentexpress.com to learn about our range of solutions and to book online. We'll deliver your equipment, tested and ready to use, anywhere across the Canada. Your phone kit includes everything you'll need to stay in touch, including Motorola phone, extra battery, compact carry case, and simple usage instructions.

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