Make Local Calls with Nexmo Virtual Numbers and Call Forwarding

If you have friends and family in more than one location, the ones that you are not spending Christmas with will probably complain about the costs of calling you at Christmas. At least, I'm pretty sure that's not just me! This post is an opportunity for me to share my favourite Nexmo trick for giving your dad (or whomever) a local rate number to call that won't cost you a small fortune if he decides to talk for an hour. To complete this tutorial, you will need a Vonage API account and a virtual phone number, which can be purchased through the Vonage API Dashboard. A number in the "right" geography is essential as the cost of renting a number varies depending on the country it's from. The author uses the `nexmo number:search` command to find available numbers in the UK, then buys one using the `nexmo number:buy` command. Once purchased, the Nexmo number can be set up to forward calls to the desired phone number, allowing for easy changes and cost-effective calling rates. With this trick, it's possible to stay in touch with loved ones at a lower cost.