Today’s technology offers so many options that you never have to feel like you’re all alone or completely missing out on what’s going on at home. 

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  It&rsquo;s easy to stay in contact with family and friends when you&rsquo;re
  on a travel assignment. Today&rsquo;s technology offers so many options that
  you never have to feel like you&rsquo;re all alone or completely missing out
  on what&rsquo;s going on at home. Consider seven simple ways to stay in touch.
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<h2>Phone Calls</h2>

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  If you want to hear a familiar voice, a phone call is the easiest way to do
  it. You don&rsquo;t need to download an app or software. If your assignment
  has you constantly on the go, consider using a Bluetooth for hands-free
  conversation.
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<h2>Text</h2>

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  Texting is a convenient way to quickly get in touch with someone. You or your
  family member or friend might not be able to speak on the phone, but a text
  message can be quickly sent. It&rsquo;s a fast way to let someone know
  you&rsquo;re okay or when you&rsquo;ll be available to talk.
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<h2>Video Chat</h2>

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  Video chats let you see and speak with your loved ones. They are the closest
  thing to in-person conversation. Some applications allow you to have a group
  chat. Be sure to set up your account before your travel assignment. Most video
  chat applications are available on iOS and Android. Some of them are listed
  below.
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  <li>CamFrog</li>
  <li>Snapchat</li>
  <li>Facebook Messenger</li>
  <li>FaceTime &ndash; iOS only</li>
  <li>Google Hangouts</li>
  <li>ooVoo</li>
  <li>Skype</li>
  <li>Tango</li>
  <li>Viber</li>
</ul>

<h2>Social Media</h2>

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  During your travel assignment, social media is a great way to keep in touch
  with a large number of friends and family members. You can share photos and
  videos, and chat on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, or Twitter.
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<h2>E-mail</h2>

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  E-mail is a classic way to communicate online. It&rsquo;s easily accessible on
  any mobile device and provides a reliable way to maintain contact with your
  loved ones.
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<h2>What&rsquo;s App</h2>

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  If you have an Internet connection, What&rsquo;s App lets you send messages,
  photos, and short videos&ndash;even internationally. It has a group messaging
  feature that lets you contact multiple people at once. It&rsquo;s easy to use,
  and the interface is similar to text messaging.
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<h2>Prioritize It</h2>

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  Your travel assignment can get so busy that you sometimes forget to keep in
  touch with your loved ones. Save notifications in the calendar on your mobile
  device to remind you that it&rsquo;s time to text, call, post to social media,
  or video chat with someone you love.
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How to Stay in Contact with Family and Friends When on a Travel Assignment