For the sake of being able to communicate in other parts of the world, get an email address other than Gmail. They are NOTORIOUS for blocking my access. I always perform a test when I get to a new country. I tested it yesterday. The following image happens often. Proton Mail has never given me any problems. But Gmail will lock you out. Imagine being locked out of banking, communication, and other things simply because you decided to leave the plantation. And don’t forget you have to let your bank know you’re traveling so you are basically given permission to use your money in another country. Whew honey! But I thought we were free though….
