Most travel companies that pay for housing will pay for all utilities, with the exception of cable and internet. I have not yet been on assignment, but if I only stay somewhere for 3 months...it seems like a huge hassle to have a company come in and set up cable and internet for less than 3 months...and the cost will be at least $100/month, right??
One option is just to not have cable/internet....but for most of us traveling along to new places, this just isn't an option worth saving some money.
Another option is the mobile hotspots offered by companies that you can take with you anywhere. I've been searching the internet for options...and I only see the Verizon option as worthwhile...but it can again cost up to $100/month, but it can go with my anywhere and has a large network (should work most places).
What is everyone's opinion/thoughts/reviews on cable/internet while on assignment????
I'm RVing like trackhead. We're often camped out in rural areas with no civilization around. We have a Millenicom hotspot (they use verizon's network). $89/month for 20 gigs. You can suspend it for up to 3 months too with no penalty. No contract either. Very reliable and works great in areas where my phone hotspot won't even pick up (its Verizon too). I'll be looking at those wifi boosters too.
As for tv, we have Amazon Prime. We're not much into tv so this is not a problem for us and when staying at RV parks many have basic cable hook up for free.
If you don't mind hotel digs, ask your company to put you up in an Extended Stay. Free internet and cable (as well as other benefits depending on property: gym, pool, breakfast, housekeeping, etc). And if other travelers are staying there, you've got a easy social network!
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