Tips For Smart Holiday Shipping From Professional Packers And Shippers

ENGLEWOOD, CO (Monday, November 15, 2004) - The holidays are quickly approaching and with that comes shopping – and shipping. It is becoming more of the rule than the exception that friends and family live in far off places, spread out around the country or overseas. It is wise to get a head start on shipping since getting those gifts to their destinations takes time and planning.

During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, there is no time to be wondering whether or not your gift has reached its intended destination. Pak Mail, with locations nationwide offering a variety of packing and shipping services, has some key recommendations to help take some of the stress out of shipping holiday gifts. With these tips, you will be assured that your gifts arrive at their destinations on time and intact:

Ship Early. In order for you to feel confident that your package will arrive on time, make sure to pay attention to the guidelines listed with the major shippers, U.S. Postal Service, UPS and FedEx. The dates fluctuate from year to year, so it is always best to double check. Your local Pak Mail Center can advise you of all the major carrier shipping guidelines and will help you be sure that your packages get out on time.

Be aware of any shipping restrictions. Ask ahead of time about any rules regarding what types of items may or may not be shipped, packing guidelines and size and weight requirements to avoid surprises at the counter. Pak Mail Centers enforce no size or weight restrictions; they ship anything, anywhere.

Consolidate your packages. Shipping one 20-pound box costs less than shipping two 10-pound boxes. It also means that there is only one package to track.

Enclose extra address labels inside of the package itself. This is an added precaution in case things go awry and the package is damaged.

If possible, ship to a business address. This will ensure someone will be there to receive the package.

Pak Mail Centers around the world offer complete packing and shipping services. For more information and Pak Mail locations, call 1-800-778-6665 or visit www.pakmail.com.

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