Boston has more than its fair share of colleges and universities. That means over the past thirty-plus years, we've helped hundreds and hundreds of students ship to school, ship things home, and ship packages internationally for a semester abroad. We're experts in helping students lower their stress & save money. Here's what you need to know: Shipping Doesn't Have to Be Stressful We know … [Read more...]
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International Shipping from Massachusetts: How to Save Money
"My daughter is spending a semester abroad," Brandi said, "And she misses some of the comfort food you just can't get over there. Nothing fancy - just mac and cheese, a few things like that. So I put a box together for her - only to discover that shipping it would cost 10 times more than what I paid for the groceries. What am I doing wrong?" Shipping packages internationally can be expensive. … [Read more...]
What Makes One Packing and Shipping Company Better Than Another?
"Maybe it's just me," Lynne said, "but when I'm shipping a computer that I paid over $2,000 for, I want to be sure it gets there in one piece. And that means I have some questions about packing and shipping companies in Boston. Are they all the same? What makes one packing and shipping company better than another one?" When you're shipping a high value item, of course you want to be sure that … [Read more...]
Delicate Items Packing and Shipping
Be Smart about Summer Storage: A Boston Student’s Guide
With classes done and a whole summer ahead, the last thing you want to deal with is finding a place for your stuff. Luckily, Boston Pack and Ship has you covered. We offer safe, secure student storage at reasonable prices - great for college students or anyone else who needs to stow their gear on a short term basis. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of your summer storage … [Read more...]
The Right & Wrong Way to Ship a Computer
So the other day a friend, knowing we're in the shipping business, asked us a question that surprised us. They needed to ship a laptop, and wanted to know if a padded envelope would provide enough protection. When we answered that wasn't really what we'd recommend, they shrugged and said, "But it's got bubble wrap inside - it should be fine!" Protect Your Computer - Be Smart About … [Read more...]
3 Things You Need to Know About Boston Pack & Ship Companies
Whether you need shipping services for your small business or you're looking for someone to help you ship your personal belongings, including electronics, antiques, and fragile items, you're going to need to choose the best pack and ship company in Boston. Here's 4 things you need to know about finding them: When it comes to shipping services, experience matters. A lot. What's the best way … [Read more...]
Classes End Next Month: Book Your Boston Student Move Now
We're not sure why the spring semester seems to go by so much faster than the fall, but here we are, with most Boston colleges and universities on track to wind up classes next month. If you know you're going to be moving out of your student housing situation at the end of the semester and you want to make the process simple and stress-free, you should book your Boston student move now. Most … [Read more...]
Three Things To Know When Planning an Overseas Move
If your future plans include an international move, the best time to start learning about the process and preparing yourself is now. Overseas moves involve a lot of logistics - simply getting permission to reside in another country can be quite a process - and we're going to focus on what we do best: international household moves. Here's three things to know when planning your overseas … [Read more...]
Comparing Boston Shipping Companies: Who’s Right for You?
Whether you're shipping a fragile antique one of a kind item, boxes full of household goods, packages to your overseas friends, or orders to your customers, you want to work with a Boston shipping company that's professional, skilled, and cost-effective. Here's what to look for when comparing Boston shipping companies: Expertise The best Boston shipping companies go above and beyond to … [Read more...]
