"After college, my friends and I all went in different directions," Marissa said. "But it's important that we stay in touch. Especially with COVID - while I'd really like to be able to go see everybody, I just can't right now. So I've really, really gotten into mailing my friends packages." Marissa is an artist and takes a great deal of pleasure in creating unique gifts for her friends. … [Read more...]
Archives for 2021
College Students: Three Things To Know When Choosing a Storage Unit
If life in your college housing situation is getting a little cramped but you don't want to send stuff back to your parents' place, choosing to put some of your things into storage makes sense. Lots of students use a storage unit as an off-site closet: an ideal way to handle off-season clothing, sports gear, art supplies, and other items you just don't have the room for in your living area. … [Read more...]
Cambridge Students: 3 Ways to Make Your End of Semester Move Easier
Are you already dreading moving out of your dorm room or student housing at the end of the semester? You might be - especially if you remember how much work and heavy lifting was involved in getting all of your things moved in the first place. We turned to the Cambridge student moving company for tips and strategies you can use to make your upcoming move easier, less stressful, and more … [Read more...]
International Students Have Unique Challenges During COVID: Local Shipping Business Offers Help
International shipping is always complex. But during the time of COVID, students who are very far from home have extra challenges when they need to ship packages to family members back home. "I have some health concerns that make it very unwise for me to go out any more than is absolutely necessary," Aditi said. The BU student is from Bengaluru, and wanted to get a package to her mother in time … [Read more...]
How to Ship a Computer
What type of computer do you need to ship? This article contains useful tips if you need to ship a desktop computer, a laptop computer, or a tablet or other mobile device. These tips are from a top Boston packing and shipping company that works with local college students as well as many business owners. Choose The Best Cardboard Shipping Boxes for Shipping a Computer Whether you're shipping … [Read more...]
Things Never to Pack in a Moving Box: Boston Movers Spill The Beans
There's no doubt that moving is a stressful, overwhelming endeavor. When it comes time to change addresses, it's tempting just to throw everything in a moving box and take your chances that it will survive the journey to your new abode intact. But you may want to move a little more carefully. We asked the best Boston moving company about common mistakes they see movers make. Here's what they have … [Read more...]
With Classes Poised to Resume It’s Time to Talk About Student Shipping Services
With winter break coming to an end, it's time for college students to get back to class. COVID restrictions have led to an increase in the number of students who must transition from home to their student living setting without the use of their parents. Here's where student shipping services have a vital role to play. What Do Student Shipping Services Do? Student shipping is a one of many … [Read more...]
Tips for Shipping Very Important Gifts
"My Mother had this carousel, and she passed it along to me," Lynn said, referring to a fragile fine china merry go round with beautifully rendered horses in circus trappings. "Now my son has gotten married, and I want to pass it along to my new daughter-in-law. It's a way of continuing the family tradition." Lynn has concerns about shipping this very important gift to her daughter-in-law, who … [Read more...]
