[header] How to use an ipad when traveling [title] Choose a wi-fi ipad, if you will be mainly using it for travel out of your home country or network. [step] You may be subject to roaming charges if you try to access the internet outside of your country. Many western countries have widespread wi-fi, and you can sometimes pay extra for a local micro-sim card. 
[substeps] Download a wi-fi finder application before you leave home. This will allow you to find locations that have free wi-fi for easy access while you travel.