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Christmas & New Year Abroad: Celebrating the Holidays while Roaming Internationally

Published on: Jan 12, 2024

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December brings Christmas and New Year, a magical time filled with joy, laughter, and the spirit of giving. As holiday season is approaching, travel enthusiasts across the globe chase the holiday vibe. The festive decor, the cozy-winter vibe, and discounts on travel fares contribute to the vacations. The recent relaxations on travel visas for Indians makes traveling this Christmas-New Year season more compelling. From unique traditions to diverse cuisines, celebrating Christmas and New Year abroad adds a touch of adventure and cultural richness to your festive experience. 

However, staying connected digitally, is essential while roaming internationally celebrating your holidays. Before your travels, ensure you get a Vi international roaming plan to seamlessly connect with family back home and wish everyone on Christmas or New Year’s Eve.

Fasten your seat belts as we explore different destinations and toast to a joy filled holiday season! 

  • Dubai
  • Experience a lavish Christmas in Dubai with the city's iconic skyscrapers and malls adorned with glittering lights. Witness the breathtaking fireworks at the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. Join the celebrations with special dinners at luxury hotels with stunning views of the city skyline.

  • Singapore
  • Visit Gardens by the Bay for their Christmas Wonderland, featuring festive markets, light displays, and ice skating. Head to Marina Bay for an electrifying New Year's Eve countdown. Explore the dazzling lights or decorations and join the lively festivities at Singapore's famous streets.

  • Thailand
  • Escape the winter cold and celebrate Christmas on the tropical island of Phuket or Krabi in Thailand. Enjoy beachside festivities, indulge in Thai cuisine, and witness the stunning fireworks displays as you welcome the New Year.

  • Sri Lanka
  • Experience a blend of colonial and tropical vibes in Colombo during Christmas. Head to the Sri Lankan beaches for a laid-back New Year's Eve. Participate in traditional Sri Lankan customs like lighting oil lamps for good luck.

  • USA
  • Experience the enchanting holiday decorations in New York City, including the iconic Rockefeller Centre and Central Park. Attend the famous ball-drop in Times Square for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration. Head to Las Vegas for all the festive extravaganza or San Fransisco for all the magical festivities. 

  • Indonesia
  • Celebrate Christmas on the tropical island of Bali with beachside dinners featuring live music, bonfires, and fireworks. Explore local markets for unique crafts and souvenirs as holiday gifts. Escape to the Gili Islands for a more relaxed New Year celebration.

  • Netherlands
  • Explore the charming streets of Amsterdam adorned with festive lights and decorations. Take a canal cruise to see the city's illuminated landmarks during the holiday season.

You can also enjoy access to airport lounges and an international roaming pack included with Vi REDX postpaid plan. Visit the Vi international roaming page today to activate your international roaming plan and stay connected on your holidays.

frequently asked questions

The New Vi REDX 1101 comes loaded with Lifestyle & Entertainment benefits. Every benefit is of premium category, offering an uncompromising experience. Please visit plan benefits page on Vi App for details.

There is no exit fee if you move from any older version of REDX plan to the new one.

Exit Fee will be charged when if you move out of REDX plan ie. Postpaid to Prepaid, Port-Out, Disconnection or Plan change. This fee will be applicable if International Roaming benefit was availed in the last 1 year on REDX 1101 plan.

You can log on to Vi App and go to my accounts > Active plan benefits > claim benefits section. You will be able to activate the benefits available with your plan. Sign-up using registered Vi mobile number and log on to the respective app (Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime, etc.) using the same credentials.

 

  • It is a complimentary 12 month SonyLiv Premium (TV and mobile) subscription worth Rs999, available with REDX 1101 plan; wherein 1 month = 30 days.
  • This subscription works simultaneously on 2 devices and allows you to create up to 5 profiles.  

 It is a complimentary 6 month Eazydiner Prime subscription worth Rs 2190; wherein 1 month = 30 days. Get upto 50% discount at Premium restaurants & bars with this subscription and more!

It is a complimentary 1 year subscription; wherein you can avail a flat discount of Rs 450 on one way flight tickets and Rs 700 on round trip flights every month. 

  • It is a complimentary 7 days International Roaming pack worth Rs2999
  • It is available for free only once every year.

 

You can log on to Vi App and go to claim benefits. You will be able to activate International Roaming benefit if it is available with your plan. Select the start date and activate.

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