Traveling over seas with iPhone 4S

I'm traveling overseas to Aruba next week and I was wondering if I can take my iphone with me to use wifi. What do I have to change in my setting to guarantee that I won't be charged for roaming?

Great question kb_67!
Have a great trip! I hope its a vacation. Like Ann suggested airplane mode is a great option. I would also recommend turning off cellular data to ensure you don't get extra charges. To turn off the cellular data: Menu>Settings>General>Cellular> Off
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