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Subject: Re: 1-800 Numbers From Europe
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> Not any more.  AT&T's USADirect 

> These numbers are not listed in foreign phonebooks in any place I've
> looked, so be sure to take them with you, or failing that look in a
> copy of the IHT.

I have been in some countries where the USADirect, (and FranceDirect
etc.)  numbers are indeed listed in the telephone directory.  This was
true in Australia, but I think I also saw it some other places.

I always read the telephone directory wherever I go.  In many
countries they provide pages in other languages for visitors.  The
Japanese directory is totally useless unless you know Kanji.

In article <10700@accuvax.nwu.edu>, root@joymrmn.UUCP (Marcel D.
Mongeon) writes:

> Some time ago, I wrote that I was looking for a list of 800 numbers
> for the inward direct service for as many countries as possible.

I have found in some hotels in the US (Hyatt, Westin) a booklet with
extensive information about calling home.  It provides information on
acceptance of credit cards, collect calls, etc. from and to other
countries, Home Direct and USA Direct numbers, country codes, time
zones, and a wealth of other information.  The booklet is published by
AT&T, but has a cover provided by the hotel.

It may be possible to obtain a copy of this book from AT&T.  You could
try AT&T International Service information (1 800 874-4000).


Herman Silbiger