As a package and shipping company in Boston, we see our fair share of people coming in to send gifts to families & loved ones. This type of shipment normally picks up later in the fall, as people want to be sure Christmas presents arrive in time, but we're already seeing increasing numbers of people coming in saying things like: "My best friend needs to be cheered up so I need this to get … [Read more...]
Shipping Computers So They Don’t Get Broken – Insider Tips
"My son wants me to ship him a computer he was storing here," Marianne said. "I'm happy to do it, but I have concerns. What's the best way to ship a computer from Boston to California without it getting broken?" As Boston shipping specialists, we help a lot of people and businesses ship computers, computer servers, gaming systems, laptops, tablets, and other electronics. These items are … [Read more...]
College Student Moves are Harder When Mom & Dad Can’t Help Because of COVID
"My parents are fantastic," Mackenzie said. "They'd do anything for me. But Mom has serious health issues and Dad is her caregiver. I can't ask them to come up here and take that risk just to help me move my stuff." The Emerson student was not expecting to move at this time. However, roommate issues happen. "When we were talking about how I should handle this, my Dad asked "Are there any Boston … [Read more...]
Planning an International Move Now Requires Special Expertise
Moving from the United States to another country was never a super easy process, but by and large it was manageable, especially if you worked with an experienced international moving company. Factor Coronavirus into the mix, and things are now even more complex. Any international move has two primary components: moving the people, and moving their things. Right now, it's the people portion of … [Read more...]
Making an Interstate Move Less Stressful for Your Kids
"2020 has been full of challenges and now we're pulling up stakes and moving to Vermont," Stephanie said. "My three kids have already had a hard year, and now this. What's the best way to make a move less stressful for kids?" Children aren't any more fond of change than adults are. Moving is one of the bigger stresses anyone ever goes through, and the fact that this move is happening during a … [Read more...]
For Boston businesses navigating COVID challenges, choosing the right package and delivery company is essential.
"We're a small enough brand that we don't have a storefront presence of our own," Shawnee said. The Massachusetts entrepreneur provides specialty candles, soaps, and other handmade products to spas and lifestyle boutiques. "Many of those businesses had to shut their doors for quite a while, and even those that are open are seeing far less traffic than they did pre-pandemic. So it isn't a matter of … [Read more...]
Planning to Move Out of the Country ASAP? Here’s What You Need to Know About Planning Your International Move
Among the many unexpected consequences of COVID-19, expect to see an increase in international moves as soon as they again become possible. That's according to Parag Khanna, author of "The Future is Asian". The idea is that as people who have been living in the United States for professional reasons have now experienced the hardship and stress of not being able to get home to their families … [Read more...]
Seeking Safety, Singles Moving to Smaller Towns
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, many young professionals living in densely populated areas like Boston are choosing to move to smaller communities. "Is it safer? Probably," Jeanne, a tech professional in process of moving to West Virginia. "Is it more affordable? Absolutely - and now that everyone's working remotely, there's no reason I can't be closer to my family." Saving Money … [Read more...]
Social Distancing’s Here to Stay: Here’s How to Get Really Good at Shipping Packages
"Normally, I'd be driving to Upstate New York for my nephew's birthday. My sister throws a big party every year, it's a thing. But with things are how they are?" Caitlyn shrugged. "These presents are going to have to show up without me." Tips for Sending Packages to Children The number one priority when sending any gift items to children is ensuring that the gift arrives in good condition. … [Read more...]
Should You Use Amazon Boxes to Ship Your Packages?
"I've done a little bit of online shopping," Chloe laughed. Her garage has a good size stack of Amazon boxes, carefully broken down and ready for recycling. "And now I have a bunch of birthday gifts that need to be shipped out. I was going to order shipping boxes online - ironically enough - but then it dawned on me: I have all of these boxes. Why don't I just use them?" Using Amazon shipping … [Read more...]