Calling Boston from the Land Down Under: A Wallaby's Guide to Reaching Beantown
So, you've got a burning desire to yak with your mate in Boston, but the miles between you feel like the Outback on a particularly spacious day. Fear not, fair dinkum cobber! This here guide will have you chatting with your Yankee friend faster than a quokka can down a packet of Tim Tams.
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| How To Call Boston Mobile From Australia |
Step 1: Dialing Down Under
First things first, ditch the didgeridoo (great for scaring away tourists, not phoning). Grab your phone – any old brick will do, though a fancy smartphone might make you look a bit less like Crocodile Dundee on the wrong continent.
Calling from a mobile? Easy as chucking a shrimp on the barbie! Just press the "+" symbol (usually by holding down the zero key) followed by "1" (the US of A's country code). Then, whack in the Boston area code (we'll get to that in a sec) and the local phone number. Piece of cake!
Calling from a landline? No worries, we've got you covered. Instead of the "+" symbol, bung in "0011" (the international exit code for Australia), then follow the same steps as the mobile call – US country code, area code, and local number.
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Top Tip: whack "Boston area code" into your favourite search engine (like a virtual boomerang, bringing you the info you need). There are a few different ones in use, so you might need to do a bit of detective work.
Step 2: Boston Bound - Conquering the Time Difference
Now, here's the tricky bit. Boston isn't exactly next door. Remember that crazy time difference? Australia is way ahead (thanks to our love of a good sunrise), so your mate might still be catching some shut-eye while you're chomping on yourVegemite toast.
Solution? A quick Google search (or ask your mate beforehand) to check the time difference. This way, you won't wake them up at an ungodly hour with your desire to chat about the latest footy scores.
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Step 3: Avoiding the Koala-fications - Keeping Costs Down
Calling overseas can be a bit of a blow-out, especially if you chat for hours like a kookaburra at dawn. Here's a few ideas to keep those bills from reaching kangaroo-sized proportions:
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- International calling plans: Lots of Aussie mobile providers offer these, giving you a set amount of call time for a fixed price.
- Calling apps: There are heaps of apps like Viber or WhatsApp that let you call over the internet (Wi-Fi calling is your friend here!).
Remember: Check with your provider for their specific rates and options before you get dialing.
You've Done It! You're Practically a Kangaroo Jack of All Trades (Especially Calling)!
Now you're all set to chat with your Bostonian mate. Just remember to:
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- Be patient – that time difference can be a real doozy.
- Embrace the lingo – maybe avoid throwing around too much Aussie slang (though "fair dinkum" is universally understood, right?).
- And most importantly, have a ripper of a chat!
Frequently Asked Questions (The No-Frills Guide)
How to find the Boston area code? A quick Google search will sort you out.
How to avoid international call charges? Look into international calling plans or calling apps.
How to deal with the time difference? Check the time in Boston before you call.
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How to sound less like a stereotypical Aussie? Maybe ease up on the slang a bit (though a bit of "crikey" never hurt anyone).
How to have a good chat? Be yourself, ask questions, and enjoy catching up with your mate!
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