[bkwells]

Yep... that's the only card access we have. And, to top it off, there are only a select few Sailor Phones on the ship. But, I have to say, that I remember my first ship back in the 80's that we only had INMARSAT at (ready for this.....) $35.00 a minute!! We also utilized HAM radios for when we were close to shore and could pick up other HAM radio operators who could then patch a call stateside.

[radu]

Oooops! I got involved with e-mails to some of the folks I've been corresponding with and forgot to check back here. Sorry!

Thanks for the info on the cards. It's something we all needed to know about.

OUCH!! $35 a minute is outrageous!!!! It sure makes today's rates seem like nothing, doesn't it? LOL!

I hope all's well with you and the crew! :-))