Originally Posted by
skye1
Whatsapp has been a godsend for me,
With wifi now available at tube stations across London, it's been quite handy when meeting up with others, directions, etc. ("Am two stops away, there shortly...", "Am waiting outside exit 3", etc.)
Has also been a money-saver when meeting up with international visitors who have yet to grab a UK sim card.
Massive congratulations on the "accomplishment"!
Couldn't you have just emailed them? Not saying it isn't a good alternative but it isn't a money saver from what you described. Everyone has email and doesn't have to download an app.