Payments
Buy an eSIM with Monero (XMR): How It Works at HelloSIM
Monero (XMR) is accepted at HelloSIM. A practical guide to paying for a travel eSIM with XMR, from checkout to delivery, with the wallet checks to make first.
Oct 3, 20265 min read
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Payments
Low-Fee Crypto for eSIM Payments: What Suits Small Purchases
Network fees matter more on a small payment. A plain guide to the coins and networks that generally suit an eSIM purchase, and how to check before you pay.
Oct 3, 20265 min read
Payments
Buy an eSIM Without a Credit Card: Every Way to Pay
No credit card? You can pay for a HelloSIM travel eSIM with crypto, a wallet balance, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Here is how each option works.
Oct 3, 20265 min read
Payments
Crypto eSIM for Digital Nomads: Pay, Top Up and Stay Online
Living on crypto while you travel? Choose a regional or global eSIM, pay with stablecoins, keep a HelloSIM wallet balance and top up the same eSIM as you go.
Oct 3, 20265 min read
Payments
Top Up an eSIM with Crypto: Add Data or Wallet Balance
Add data to a HelloSIM eSIM using crypto: fund your HelloSIM wallet with a crypto payment, then pay for top-ups from that balance. Here is how.
Oct 3, 20265 min read
Payments
Is It Safe to Buy an eSIM with Crypto? A Practical Checklist
Paying for an eSIM with crypto is safe if you follow the payment page exactly. Use this checklist: exact amount, exact network, inside the 1-hour window.
Oct 3, 20265 min read
Cities
The Best Cities to Visit in Malta: 6 Stops You'll Remember
From baroque Valletta to clifftop Mdina and the colourful Three Cities, here are the Maltese towns worth building a trip around.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Culture
Mexican Culture, Customs and Etiquette: A Traveler's Guide
From the warm abrazo greeting to tipping at a taqueria, here is how to be a respectful, welcomed guest in Mexico.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
The Best Time to Visit Mexico: Seasons, Weather and Festivals
Mexico is a year-round destination, but timing makes a difference. Here's how the seasons, peak crowds and famous festivals shape the best months to go.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Cities
The Best Cities to Visit in Mexico: A Traveler's Guide
From colonial Oaxaca to beachside Tulum, here are six unforgettable Mexican cities and the one highlight you can't miss in each.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Travel tips
Essential Mauritius Travel Tips for First-Timers
Heading to Mauritius for the first time? Here's everything you need to know about plugs, language, packing and staying connected on the island.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
Getting Around Mauritius: Transport Guide for Travelers
Buses, car rental, taxis and the new Metro Express tram — here is how to move around Mauritius easily and affordably.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Things to do
Top Things to Do and See in Mauritius
From the underwater waterfall illusion to the seven-coloured earths, here are the experiences and landmarks that make Mauritius unforgettable.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
Getting Around Mongolia: A Practical Transport Guide
From Ulaanbaatar's crowded buses to cross-country jeep journeys and the legendary Trans-Mongolian railway, here is how to move around Mongolia with confidence.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Things to do
Top Things to Do and See in Mongolia
From the dunes of the Gobi to Genghis Khan's silver steppe, here are the experiences and landmarks worth crossing Mongolia for.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
Mauritius Safety Tips: What Every Traveler Should Know
Mauritius is one of the safest destinations in the Indian Ocean, but a little local know-how goes a long way. Here are the scams, areas, and emergency numbers worth knowing.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Culture
Culture, Customs and Etiquette in Mauritius: A Traveller's Guide
Mauritius blends Indian, African, Chinese, Creole and French cultures on one island. Here's how to greet people, tip well and avoid social missteps.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
Mauritius Travel Budget: Daily Costs and Money-Saving Tips
What does a trip to Mauritius really cost? Real daily budgets, sample prices for food, transport and activities, plus card and saving tips.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Food & drink
Food and Drink in Mauritius: A Traveler's Guide
From dholl puri to street-side gateaux piments, here's how to eat and drink your way across Mauritius like a local.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
The Best Time to Visit Mauritius: Seasons, Weather & Events
Mauritius is a year-round island, but the seasons shape everything from beach days to whale watching. Here's when to go for the weather, crowds and festivals you want.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
Is Malta Safe? Safety Tips and What to Know Before You Go
Malta is one of Europe's safest destinations, but smart travelers still watch for traffic, pickpockets in crowds, and a few common scams. Here is what to know.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Planning
Getting Around Mexico: Metro, Buses, Trains and Ride Apps
A practical transport guide to Mexico: the Mexico City Metro, long-distance ADO and ETN buses, the Maya Train, ride apps and car rental tips.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Things to do
Top Things to Do and See in Mexico
From the pyramids of Teotihuacan to the cenotes of Yucatan, here are the experiences that make Mexico one of the world's most rewarding destinations.
Jun 29, 20263 min read
Food & drink
Malta Food and Drink Guide: What to Eat and Drink
From rabbit stew to pastizzi and Kinnie, here is your practical guide to Malta's signature dishes, street food, drinks and dining etiquette.
Jun 29, 20263 min read