The Dufresnes

Da Nang receives 3+ million international visitors annually—and we're not tourists. We're The Dufresnes, a family of four living in Da Nang full-time since 2024, creating travel content for our YouTube channel (22,000 subscribers). We use Holafly Plans as our only SIM for daily life here—not a week-long trial, but actual expat living with real data needs.

Whether you're visiting Da Nang's beaches, exploring nearby Hoi An and Hue, navigating the city on scooter, or using Da Nang as your Vietnam base (like us), you need unlimited data that actually works in both tourist areas and local neighborhoods. Navigate to hidden beaches, order Grab constantly, upload content from marble mountains, work remotely from beachfront cafes, find the best local food beyond tourist traps.

After testing Holafly eSIMs in 10+ countries and living on Holafly Plans as our only SIM for 11+ months including daily Da Nang life, here's why Holafly is the best eSIM for Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, and Vietnam travel.

Why Da Nang visitors choose Holafly: Unlimited data from landing at DAD airport. Navigate scooter routes safely, use Grab for every trip, backup unreliable hotel WiFi, upload beach content, work remotely reliably, explore beyond Dragon Bridge tourist areas—all for 420,000₫/week. Install at home, activate on arrival, connected in 30 seconds.

We're Official Holafly Ambassadors since May 2022. Holafly Plans is our only connectivity in Vietnam—tested daily across Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, Hội An Ancient Town, Mỹ Khê Beach, and everywhere locals actually go.

Get Holafly for Da Nang: https://holafly.sjv.io/6yWy0q
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Why Da Nang DEMANDS Unlimited Data (From People Who Live Here)

The Da Nang Data Reality

Our family's average daily Da Nang usage: 4-8GB

Not excessive—just normal expat life:

• Scooter navigation: Google Maps constantly (we ride scooters daily)
• Grab: Every trip (we use Grab 3-5 times daily minimum)
• Content creation: YouTube uploads, Instagram, TikTok (we're creators - 20-30GB/month)
• Kids' needs: Educational apps, video calls with grandparents, iPad entertainment
• Work: Managing vacation rental business remotely, video calls, cloud access
• Daily errands: Finding restaurants, grocery delivery (Grab, ShopeeFood), translating Vietnamese
• Beach hopping: Finding best beaches beyond tourists (An Bàng, Mỹ Khê, Non Nước)
• WhatsApp: Primary communication with Vietnamese landlords, schools, friends

Digital nomad/content creator daily usage: 6-10GB (uploads heavy)

Tourist with 20GB SIM: Runs out day 3-4, scrambles for top-up.

Expat with Holafly Plans unlimited: Live normal life, never think about data.

Da Nang's 8 Unique Data Challenges (We Know Because We Live Here)

1. Scooter Navigation = ESSENTIAL (No Street Names!)

Da Nang = scooter city (taxis scarce, Grab expensive for short trips)

Why we ride scooters daily:

• Most practical transport (kids on scooter vs expensive Grab car)
• Traffic manageable (not Hanoi/Saigon chaos)
• Parking easy (scooter parking everywhere)
• Freedom to explore (beaches, mountains, countryside)

Google Maps ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL:

• Street names exist BUT Vietnamese-only (Đường Nguyễn Văn Linh = ???)
• Alleys everywhere (hẻm system confusing, numbered)
• Landmarks navigation (turn at the yellow temple, not "at 3rd street")
• Beach finding (multiple unnamed beach access roads)
• Avoiding one-way streets (Da Nang has many, poorly signed)

Our daily scooter navigation: 1-2GB (Google Maps open all day)

Real scenario: Taking kids from our house to An Bàng Beach (20 min). Google Maps shows coastal route vs bridge route. Without data: wrong turns = 40 min detour through rice fields.

Living here without scooter data = genuinely impossible.

2. Grab ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL (Taxis Unreliable)

Grab reality in Da Nang:

Why we use Grab 3-5+ times daily:

• School runs (when raining, can't scooter with kids)
• Grocery shopping (too much for scooter)
• Airport trips (DAD airport - family with luggage)
• Evening out (don't scooter after dark with kids)
• Visiting friends (easier than coordinating scooters)

Grab costs:

• Short trip (2km): 20,000-30,000₫ ($0.80-$1.20)
• Medium trip (5km): 40,000-60,000₫ ($1.60-$2.40)
• Airport run (10km): 80,000-120,000₫ ($3.20-$4.80)

Daily Grab data: 500-800MB

Taxis in Da Nang:

• Mai Linh, Vinasun exist BUT often refuse short trips
• Meters "broken" scam common
• Don't know destinations (especially new restaurants/beaches)
• Can't track (vs Grab GPS)

Without Grab app + data = stranded or overpaying.

3. Hotel/Airbnb WiFi = Often Terrible (Need Backup)

Da Nang accommodation WiFi reality (we've rented 5+ places):

Common issues:

• Advertised: "High-speed fiber"
• Reality: 10 Mbps down, 2 Mbps up (can't upload videos!)
• Cuts during rain (Da Nang = tropical storms common)
• Shared with entire building (evening = unusable)
• Router in landlord's unit (weak signal in yours)

Our experience:

• First Da Nang apartment: WiFi died weekly
• Second place: 5 Mbps actual (advertised 100 Mbps)
• Current place: Good BUT still backup with Holafly when uploading

For remote workers/digital nomads:

• Important Zoom call scheduled
• Apartment WiFi drops/slow
• Switch to Holafly hotspot immediately
• Work continues uninterrupted

Holafly = essential work insurance, not luxury.

4. Content Creator Paradise (HEAVY Upload Needs)

Da Nang = YouTube/Instagram content machine:

Why creators flock here:

• Beaches (Mỹ Khê, An Bàng, Non Nước)
• Marble Mountains (caves, temples, views)
• Dragon Bridge (fire shows weekends)
• Bà Nà Hills (Golden Bridge, cable cars)
• Hội An nearby (Ancient Town, lanterns)
• Affordable living (digital nomad base)

Our upload reality:

• YouTube vlogs: 500MB-2GB per upload
• Instagram Reels: 100-200MB each (we post 3-5 weekly)
• TikTok: 80-150MB each
• Instagram Stories: 50-100MB daily batch
• Family video calls: 500MB-1GB per session (grandparents back home)

Our content creator uploads: 2-5GB daily

Plus family life, navigation, Grab: 6-10GB daily total

30GB SIM for creators: Gone in 3-5 days.
Holafly unlimited: Create content freely entire stay.

5. Beach Hopping Requires Constant Research

Da Nang = multiple beaches, very different vibes:

Main beaches:

• Mỹ Khê Beach (Da Nang center, tourists, busy)
• An Bàng Beach (Hoi An area, local, chill - we prefer this!)
• Non Nước Beach (south, quieter, Marble Mountains nearby)
• Thanh Bình Beach (north, almost no tourists)

Finding best spots needs data:

• Which beach has waves today? (wind changes daily)
• Which beach clubs open? (many close rainy season)
• Where to park scooter? (beach parking areas)
• Which restaurants good? (beachfront = often overpriced tourists)
• Tide times (some beaches better low tide)

Daily beach research: 500-800MB

Living here: We beach hop constantly. Data = essential for finding right spot each day.

6. Local Food Finding (Beyond Tourist Traps)

Da Nang food scene = incredible BUT need apps to find gems:

Tourist areas (avoid):

• Dragon Bridge promenade (overpriced)
• Beach Road restaurants (marked up)
• Lê Lai Street (tourist Vietnamese)

Where locals actually eat:

• Unnamed street stalls (bún chả cá, mì Quảng)
• Residential neighborhoods (authentic phở)
• Markets (Hàn Market, Cồn Market)

Finding real food needs:

• Google Maps reviews (filter tourist vs local)
• Vietnamese language searches (local favorites don't advertise in English)
• Photo verification (recent pics = still good)
• Opening hours (many close 2-3pm, some only morning)

Daily food research: 400-600MB

Living here taught us: Best food = unmarked stalls locals recommend via Google Maps.

7. Day Trip Navigation (Hội An, Huế, Mỹ Sơn)

Da Nang = perfect base for Central Vietnam:

Popular day trips:

• Hội An (30km, 40 min scooter) - Ancient Town, lanterns, tailors
• Huế (100km, 2 hours scooter/car) - Imperial City, tombs, Perfume River
• Mỹ Sơn (70km, 1.5 hours) - Cham temples, ruins
• Bà Nà Hills (25km, mountain roads) - Golden Bridge, cable car
• Hai Van Pass (30km north) - Scenic coastal mountain pass

Navigation essential for:

• Finding routes (mountain roads winding, confusing)
• Scooter parking (where to leave at sites)
• Entry tickets (book online, skip queues)
• Restaurant finding (along the way)
• Weather checking (mountain weather changes fast)

Day trip data: 800MB-1.5GB (all-day navigation, booking, photos upload)

Without data: Getting lost on mountain roads with kids = stressful.

8. Vietnamese Translation ESSENTIAL

English in Da Nang:

• Tourist areas (some English)
• Local neighborhoods (Vietnamese only)
• Restaurants (menus Vietnamese)
• Shops (vendors Vietnamese)
• Schools, landlords (Vietnamese)

We use Google Translate DAILY for:

• Restaurant menus (what is bún bò Huế? cơm tấm?)
• Landlord messages (WhatsApp in Vietnamese)
• Shop signs (finding hardware stores, pharmacies)
• Kids' school communications
• Banking apps (Vietnamese interface)

Daily translation: 400-600MB

Living here: Vietnamese is essential. Google Translate = our lifeline.

Why Holafly is Perfect for Da Nang (We Use It Daily)

✅ 1. Works Instantly at Da Nang Airport (DAD)

Da Nang International Airport arrival:

Without eSIM:

• Navigate arrivals to SIM booth
• Queue 20-40 min (international flights = many tourists)
• Choose package (Viettel, Vinaphone, Mobifone - all Vietnamese)
• Pay 300,000-500,000₫
• Install, activate, hope it works
• Finally book Grab to hotel (40+ min after landing)

With Holafly:

• Exit airplane mode
• Connected in 30 seconds
• Book Grab to Da Nang/Hoi An immediately
• Navigate to accommodation
• (15 min after landing, already on way)

We've done both: Holafly = WAY better experience.

✅ 2. Unlimited Data (Essential for Expat Life)

Our family's monthly Da Nang life:

Weekly usage:

• Content creation (YouTube, Instagram): 10-15GB
• Navigation (scooter daily): 5-7GB
• Grab rides: 3-5GB
• Kids' apps/videos: 5-8GB
• Work (Zoom, cloud, vacation rental): 5-10GB
• Weekly total: 30-45GB

Monthly expat life: 120-180GB

Airport SIM (50GB for 500,000₫): Runs out week 2-3.
Holafly Plans 30-day unlimited (780,000₫ with code): Live entire month worry-free.

✅ 3. Coverage Beyond Tourist Areas (We Test Daily)

Da Nang isn't just beaches:

Where we actually go daily:

• Residential neighborhoods (Hòa Khánh, Hòa Xuân)
• Local markets (Cồn, Hàn)
• Mountain roads (Bà Nà Hills, Sơn Trà Peninsula)
• Countryside (rice fields between Da Nang-Hoi An)
• Remote beaches (Thanh Bình, Xuân Thiều)

Holafly coverage:

• Excellent in Da Nang center
• Good in residential areas (we live in local neighborhood)
• Works on Bà Nà Hills mountain roads
• Reliable Hai Van Pass (coastal mountains)
• Good in Hoi An, Hue (day trips)

Better than some local SIMs we tested before switching to Holafly.

✅ 4. Hotspot for Family (We Share Constantly)

Our family hotspot usage:

Devices connected to our Holafly Plans:

• Chris's phone (filming, navigation)
• Shayna's phone (photos, communication)
• Jayden's iPad (schoolwork, entertainment)
• Lakai's iPad (learning apps, games)
• Laptops (work, video editing)

Holafly Plans Unlimited = unlimited hotspot

Everyone connected, one subscription: 780,000₫/month vs buying SIMs for everyone.

✅ 5. Keep Your Number (2FA CRITICAL)

Essential for living in Vietnam:

• Canadian bank apps (ATM withdrawals)
• PayPal, Stripe (YouTube income)
• Vacation rental platforms (business)
• Email 2FA (work security)
• Family calls (Canada, Costa Rica)

With Holafly: Home SIM stays active. All 2FA works. Business continues.

Critical for expats—can't lose home country banking/business access.

✅ 6. Works Beyond Da Nang (Entire Vietnam + Asia)

Holafly Vietnam eSIM works nationwide:

Where we've tested:

• Da Nang (daily life)
• Hoi An (weekly visits)
• Hue (monthly trips)
• Hanoi (visited)
• Ho Chi Minh City (visited)
• Phu Quoc (island trip)

One eSIM, entire Vietnam.

Plus Holafly Plans works across all Southeast Asia (Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, etc.)

Real Da Nang Itineraries: Data Usage (From Our Experience)

5-Day Da Nang First Visit

Day 1: Arrival + Beach

• DAD arrival, Grab to hotel (300MB)
• Mỹ Khê Beach walk (photos, finding lunch: 400MB)
• Dragon Bridge evening (navigation, photos: 300MB)
• Day 1: 1GB

Day 2: Marble Mountains + An Bàng Beach

• Scooter to Marble Mountains (navigation: 300MB)
• Cave temples (photos upload: 400MB)
• An Bàng Beach (finding beach club, lunch: 400MB)
• Return navigation (200MB)
• Day 2: 1.3GB

Day 3: Hội An Day Trip

• Scooter to Hoi An (navigation: 400MB)
• Ancient Town (walking, restaurants: 500MB)
• Tailor shopping (research, communication: 300MB)
• Return (navigation: 300MB)
• Day 3: 1.5GB

Day 4: Bà Nà Hills

• Mountain drive (navigation essential: 400MB)
• Golden Bridge (photos upload: 600MB)
• Cable car, gardens (navigation: 300MB)
• Day 4: 1.3GB

Day 5: Beach + Departure

• Morning Non Nước Beach (research, photos: 400MB)
• Airport Grab (navigation, flight check: 200MB)
• Day 5: 600MB

5-Day Total: 5.7GB

10GB SIM: Comfortable.
Holafly 7-day unlimited (420,000₫ with code): Upload freely, video call home.

30-Day Digital Nomad Month (Our Reality)

Week 1: Settling In = 8-10GB

• Apartment hunting, scooter rental, cafe testing
• Work setup, initial client calls
• Beach exploration

Week 2-3: Work + Life = 40-50GB each week

• Daily work (3-5GB/day: Zoom, cloud, uploads)
• Weekend trips (Hoi An, Hue, beaches)
• Content creation (YouTube videos)
• Family life (kids' needs, errands)

Week 4: Winding Down = 10-15GB

• Final work week
• Goodbye content
• Next destination planning

30-Day Total: 70-90GB

50GB SIM: Runs out week 3, stressful scramble.
Holafly Plans 30-day unlimited (780,000₫ with code): Live normally entire month.

Da Nang Neighborhoods: Data Needs (We Know Them All)

Mỹ Khê Beach Area (Tourist Central)

Why tourists stay here:

• Beach access (Mỹ Khê = famous)
• Hotels (international chains)
• Restaurants (mix tourist + local)
• Walking to Dragon Bridge

Data needs:

• Beach club finding (which ones good)
• Restaurant research (avoid tourist traps)
• Scooter navigation (exploring beyond beach)
• Daily: 2-3GB

An Bàng Beach (Hoi An Area - Our Favorite!)

Why we prefer An Bàng:

• Less touristy than Mỹ Khê
• Better beach clubs (Soul Kitchen, La Plage)
• Closer to Hoi An
• More relaxed vibe

Data needs:

• Navigation from Da Nang (30km scooter)
• Beach club reservations (weekends busy)
• Food finding (excellent restaurants)
• Daily: 2-3GB

Sơn Trà Peninsula (Local + Nature)

Why we love Sơn Trà:

• Mountain views
• Linh Ứng Pagoda (giant Lady Buddha)
• Quiet beaches (locals only)
• Monkey sightings

Data needs:

• Mountain road navigation (winding)
• Temple finding
• Beach access roads (unmarked)
• Daily: 1.5-2GB

Hòa Xuân/Hòa Khánh (Where We Live - Local)

Residential Da Nang:

• Vietnamese neighborhoods
• Local markets
• No tourists
• Real Vietnam life

Data needs:

• Market navigation (finding specific stalls)
• Food translation (everything Vietnamese)
• Daily errands (shops, services)
• Daily: 2-3GB (expat life)

Da Nang Transport: Apps We Use Daily

Essential Apps (Daily Use)

Google Maps:

• Scooter navigation CRITICAL
• Finding everything
• Data: 1-2GB daily (we navigate constantly)

Grab:

• Primary transport when not scootering
• Food delivery (GrabFood)
• Data: 500-800MB daily

Google Translate:

• Vietnamese to English
• Camera mode for menus
• Data: 400-600MB daily

ShopeeFood:

• Food delivery (cheaper than Grab sometimes)
• Grocery delivery
• Data: 300-500MB when ordering

Useful Apps (Weekly Use)

Klook:

• Bà Nà Hills tickets
• Day tour bookings
• Data: 200-300MB when booking

WhatsApp:

• Landlord communication
• Expat group chats
• Family calls home
• Data: 500-700MB daily

Total daily app usage: 4-6GB (expat life + content creation)

Digital Nomad Da Nang: Holafly = Work Insurance

Cafe WiFi Reality

Da Nang coworking/cafe WiFi:

Popular spots:

• The Workshop (coworking, good WiFi)
• VN Base (coworking, reliable)
• Various cafes (mixed quality)

BUT even "good" WiFi:

• Slow during peak (everyone working)
• VPN issues sometimes
• Can't guarantee for important calls

Holafly backup:

• Hotspot laptop for critical Zoom
• Upload files via mobile data
• Never miss deadline

For month stays: Holafly = essential, not optional.

Cost Comparison (Da Nang Nomad)

Option 1: Coworking membership

• The Workshop: 3,000,000₫/month
• Includes WiFi, desk, coffee

Option 2: Cafe + Holafly

• Cafe coffees: 50,000₫/day × 20 days = 1,000,000₫
• Holafly Plans: 780,000₫/month
• Total: 1,780,000₫ (still cheaper, more flexible)

Many nomads: Mix coworking (social) + cafes (Holafly backup).

Living in Da Nang: Why Holafly is Our Only SIM

We chose Holafly Plans over local SIM because:

Local SIM problems we experienced:

• Top-ups confusing (Vietnamese apps/websites)
• Running out monthly (buying more stressful)
• Switching SIMs annoying when traveling (Thailand, Cambodia visits)
• No hotspot unlimited (family needs multiple devices)

Holafly Plans solved everything:

• ✅ One eSIM works Vietnam + 160 countries
• ✅ Unlimited data (never think about usage)
• ✅ Unlimited hotspot (whole family connected)
• ✅ Monthly auto-renewal (never runs out)
• ✅ English support 24/7 (helpful for expats)
• ✅ Keep Canadian number active (banking, business)

Cost: 780,000₫/month ($31 USD) for unlimited everything = worth it for peace of mind.

Holafly Plans for Da Nang (What We Use)

Vietnam Traditional eSIM

With THEDUFRESNES 5% discount:

• 7 days unlimited: $27 → $26 (420,000₫) ← Most tourists
• 15 days unlimited: $47 → $45 (725,000₫) ← 2-week trips
• 30 days unlimited: $69 → $66 (1,060,000₫) ← Month stays

What you get:

• Unlimited data
• Works all Vietnam (Da Nang + everywhere)
• Fast 4G/5G (Viettel, Vinaphone networks)
• Hotspot included (limited daily)

👉 Get Vietnam eSIM with THEDUFRESNES ← 5% off

Holafly Plans Unlimited (What We Actually Use)

With THEDUFRESNES discount:

• Monthly: $64.90 → $58.41/month (10% off) = 940,000₫
• Annual: $779 → $546.26/year (32% off) = 8,800,000₫ (saves $232!)

Why we use Plans instead of Vietnam eSIM:

• Same monthly cost as Vietnam 30-day
• BUT also works Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia (we travel!)
• Unlimited hotspot (family sharing)
• European phone number (SMS for 2FA)
• Always On (1GB free/month even if cancel)

For expats/nomads: Plans = better value than stacking destination eSIMs.

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Getting Holafly for Da Nang (Our Process)

What we did:

Step 1: https://holafly.sjv.io/6yWy0q → Selected "Plans Unlimited"

Step 2: Code THEDUFRESNES → Got 10% off monthly (or 32% annual)

Step 3: QR code email → Arrived in 2 minutes

Step 4: Installed on iPhone → Took 30 seconds

Step 5: Activated in Vietnam → Connected immediately

Step 6: Sharing via hotspot → Whole family connected

Ongoing: Auto-renews monthly, never think about it.

Why Holafly Over Alternatives (Da Nang Specific)

vs Local Viettel/Vinaphone SIM

Local SIM:

• Need passport, Vietnam address sometimes
• Vietnamese-only app for top-ups
• Limited data packages (rationing usage)
• Tourist SIMs = expensive (500,000₫ for 50GB)

Holafly:

• Buy from home, install before arriving
• English app, English support
• Unlimited data (no rationing)
• 780,000₫ for unlimited month

For expats: Holafly = simpler, worth slight premium.

vs Pocket WiFi Rental

WiFi rental: 150,000-200,000₫/day (30 days = 4,500,000-6,000,000₫!)
Holafly: 780,000₫ for 30 days unlimited

Plus WiFi device = one more thing to carry, charge.

vs Airalo

Airalo: 300,000₫ for 10GB (runs out day 3-4 for our usage)
Holafly: 780,000₫ unlimited (never runs out)

For content creators/heavy users: Holafly worth it.

Da Nang FAQ (From Expats Living Here)

Does Holafly work in residential neighborhoods?
YES! We live in Hòa Xuân (local area, no tourists). Coverage excellent daily.

Can I use hotspot for family?
Yes! Holafly Plans = unlimited hotspot. We share with 4 family members + laptops constantly.

Works on scooter mountain roads?
YES! Tested Bà Nà Hills, Hai Van Pass, Sơn Trà—works great.

Works in Hoi An/Hue day trips?
YES! Same Vietnam eSIM covers all Vietnam. We've tested thoroughly.

Keep my home number?
YES! Essential for expats. Home SIM stays active (banking, business 2FA).

Works at DAD Airport?
YES! Activates immediately on landing.

Better than local SIM?
For expats/nomads: YES. Unlimited data, English support, works across countries = worth premium.

Reliable for Zoom calls?
YES! We do video calls regularly (work + family). Reliable connection.

How much data does family actually use?
Our family: 120-180GB/month (content creation + kids + work). With Holafly unlimited = never worry.

Get Holafly for Da Nang (What We Recommend)

For tourists (5-15 days): Vietnam 7-15 day eSIM - 420,000-725,000₫ (with THEDUFRESNES 5% off)

For digital nomads/expats (30+ days): Holafly Plans Unlimited - 940,000₫/month (with THEDUFRESNES 10% off) or 8,800,000₫/year (32% off)

Why unlimited matters in Da Nang:

• Scooter navigation daily (Google Maps constantly)
• Grab essential (3-5+ rides daily)
• Hotel WiFi backup (unreliable often)
• Content creation (beach/mountain uploads)
• Remote work (Zoom, cloud, business)
• Family needs (kids' apps, video calls home)
• Vietnamese translation (menus, signs, communication)

👉 https://holafly.sjv.io/6yWy0q

Select "Vietnam" or "Plans Unlimited" → Code THEDUFRESNES → Install home → Land DAD → Connected!

Da Nang: Our Home, Your Destination

3+ million visitors annually. Central Vietnam gateway. Beach paradise. Digital nomad hub. Family-friendly. Affordable. Beautiful.

We live here. We know the data needs.

Da Nang without unlimited data = lost on scooter, stuck without Grab, work disrupted, rationing uploads, translation struggles, stressed family.

Da Nang with Holafly = navigate confidently, Grab everywhere, work reliably, upload freely, communicate easily, happy family.

Navigate Da Nang safely. Explore Hoi An/Hue. Work from beachfront cafes. Upload marble mountain content. Live expat life properly. Find local food gems. Scooter freely.

👉 https://holafly.sjv.io/6yWy0q

Code: THEDUFRESNES (5-32% off)

Welcome to Da Nang. We're here. Stay connected. 🇻🇳🏖️📱✨

Official Holafly Ambassadors Since May 2022 | Living in Da Nang Since 2024 | 10+ Countries Tested | Holafly Plans Our Only SIM | 20-30GB Monthly Usage | Family of 4 Expats | THEDUFRESNES Verified May 2026