Phone and meeting in LAX

[GD21 0]

She's got globe telecom. Their site says it would work in the US. She says it will probably depending on the SIM card. I want her to call me when she lands at LAX before she hits immigration and obviously after so we can find one another. She's leaving next friday so I don't think I have time to send another phone.

Also have people picked up people at LAX tom bradley before? I've only passed through on my way to other terminals and never really paid attention to where a pick up place would be. Will it be easy to find one another? Is the waiting area to pickup people easy to find? Any info would be appreciated. Thank you.

[qp24113 0]

She's got globe telecom. Their site says it would work in the US. She says it will probably depending on the SIM card. I want her to call me when she lands at LAX before she hits immigration and obviously after so we can find one another. She's leaving next friday so I don't think I have time to send another phone.

Also have people picked up people at LAX tom bradley before? I've only passed through on my way to other terminals and never really paid attention to where a pick up place would be. Will it be easy to find one another? Is the waiting area to pickup people easy to find? Any info would be appreciated. Thank you.

GD, LAX is pretty much chaotic especially now that they're renovating the arrival/receiving area... depends on what airline and time of Diana's arrival... by the way, has she receive her visa? well, if you don't mind giving me the info i could probably help...

mark & ann

[GD21 0]

Yeah got the Visa sat. Diana is doing CFO this week and flying here on Friday on PAL. It's a straight flight MNL to LAX.

I came through LAX in June of last year and Feb of this year and it wasn't too bad in my opinion. I connected on both though and move pretty quick so I didn't pay attention to much. I'll be there to pick her up. Is there a waiting area inside I can tell her to meet up with me? I just want to tell her where we can meet if her phone doesn't work. That's my main worry.

Thanks.

[calico1 1]

Right outside Tom Bradley is a good place..phones are fairly abundant thru-out LAX if her cell doesn't work..might be easier for her to call after she is out of customs/immigration area so she can take a deep breath and say..whew now i can relax some..best wishes and best luck

[sojen 0]

She's got globe telecom. Their site says it would work in the US. She says it will probably depending on the SIM card. I want her to call me when she lands at LAX before she hits immigration and obviously after so we can find one another. She's leaving next friday so I don't think I have time to send another phone.

Also have people picked up people at LAX tom bradley before? I've only passed through on my way to other terminals and never really paid attention to where a pick up place would be. Will it be easy to find one another? Is the waiting area to pickup people easy to find? Any info would be appreciated. Thank you.

Just want to comment on the phone. I used globe telecom too when I flew here, It didn't work when I tried to use it the moment I got off from the plane, I can receive messages but I can't send a message, receive call ,or call. It was the day after I was able to use my phone.

[GD21 0]

Day after. Hmmmmmm. That's not useful.

Can she buy a phone down there that will work here?

[qp24113 0]

Will it be easy to find one another? Is the waiting area to pickup people easy to find?

GD, my suggestion would be to go to Tom Bradley PAL terminal (i believe that it is Terminal 4 - not quiet sure) and tell Diana that you'll wait for her by/next to the INFORMATION booth at the arrival/ receiving area, that way if there is a need for you to page her overhead then it is easy for you coz your already there. Again, not sure if they're still renovating but I wish you and Diana the best of luck!

mark & ann

[AbbynSheryl 0]

hey when i picked up my wife at houston her phone did not work either but i knew the gate number of the flight and i told her i will be outside the exit and it worked perfect, she walked outside the exit door and i was right there on the gate E20. u will find her easy just dont stress out too much. give her ur phone number and if her phone does not work then she can use the courtousy phone or the public phone, goodluck and have a safe flight. abby n sheryl

[GD21 0]

Thanks for all the advice.

[eros_EX_Plumber 0]

need to activate International roaming... and make sure she has quite bit of load...maybe 500PH or more...

http://site.globe.com.ph/web/guest/interna...xo1252346650664

Traveling Abroad?

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Step 1: ACTIVATE your roaming while still in the Philippines

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* Prepaid clients can text GROAM ON <startdate mm/dd/yyyy> and send to 2884. Free of Charge.

Example: GROAM ON 06/01/2008

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* Prepaid clients can call *131*6327301212# from your mobile (toll-free)

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*

Postpaid subscribers

Simply dial “+” + country code + area code (or operator code) + phone number.

Example: +6327301000 if landline or +639178000000 if mobile and press SEND.

*

Prepaid clients

Dial *131* + country code + area code (or operator code) + phone number + # sign.

e.g. *131*6327301000# if landline or *131*639178000000# if mobile and press SEND.

How to SEND MESSAGES while roaming:

Use the International Number format when sending a message to someone: "+" + country code + mobile access number + mobile number.

Example: +639xxxxxxxxxx, and press SEND.

Tips while Roaming:

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QUICK and EASY Guide for Prepaid Roaming

To use commands: text (keyword) and send to 2884.

Command

Keyword

To activate (Free of Charge)

GROAM ON <startdate mm/dd/yyyy>

Ex. GROAM ON 06/01/2008

To extend*

GROAM EXTEND <# of days>

Ex.: GROAM EXTEND 180

To request status*

GROAM STATUS

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GLIST <name of country>

Ex.: GLIST CANADA

To get more information*

GROAM HELP

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GROAM OFF

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Mobile Phones you can use while roaming:

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* For Postpaid subscribers who do not have compatible handsets, there are available phones that can be rented at any Globe Business Center for a minimal fee to be charged to your monthly bill.

[Richard90027 1]

She's got globe telecom. Their site says it would work in the US. She says it will probably depending on the SIM card. I want her to call me when she lands at LAX before she hits immigration and obviously after so we can find one another. She's leaving next friday so I don't think I have time to send another phone.

Also have people picked up people at LAX tom bradley before? I've only passed through on my way to other terminals and never really paid attention to where a pick up place would be. Will it be easy to find one another? Is the waiting area to pickup people easy to find? Any info would be appreciated. Thank you.

It will be very easy to spot here when she arrives, at the Tom Bradley Term in the arrival area there is only one passage way like a ramp that all arrivals must come through. You can stand at a railing where you can spot her as she heads for the exit. Dont Worry you will see her if you are in the arrival Terminal. It wouldn't hurt to make sure she has money for a pay phone but Im certain you will find each other

Edited September 7, 2009 by Richard90027

[GD21 0]

Thank you. I can't wait. 4 days!!!!!!!!!!