Tour operators are expecting sales growth this summer compared to the last pre-Corona year of 2019, because for the first time in three years, Austrian holidaymakers have the opportunity to travel abroad without any pandemic restrictions. Just as before, the smartphone is a constant companion on vacation this year too. In addition to accessing social media to stay in touch with loved ones, the "electronic Swiss Army knife" can do more than just take photos, navigate, bank online, watch TV, radio and stream films. In an emergency, dial the European emergency number 112 The most important aspect of taking your smartphone with you on vacation is the ability to quickly make an emergency call in an emergency. The European emergency number 112 is free and works in all EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Macedonia, Montenegro, Norway, Switzerland, Serbia and Ukraine. It can also be called without a contract or credit. The various emergency numbers vary greatly abroad. That is why the European emergency number 112 is considered an international emergency number. If you dial 112 anywhere in Europe (always dial without the area code!), the system automatically connects you to the nearest emergency call center. In Austria, these are the police control centers. No unpleasant surprises thanks to "Roam like at Home" In other EU countries, the "Roam like at Home" rule applies to everyone who does not use their smartphone or cell phone predominantly abroad. This means that the same tariff regulations apply, such as flat rates for call minutes and data usage, as in Austria. Be careful in non-EU countries In non-EU countries, such as Great Britain and Switzerland, the roaming regulations vary depending on the operator. The FMK recommends checking the