Alternatives Take the “Lug” Out of Luggage; Save Time, Money
Naples, Florida, November 29, 2010 – The UPS Store ® located at 8805 Tamiami Trail N. can ease air travelers’ burdens with three luggage shipping alternatives, including a new luggage box that takes the place of a suitcase, to help reduce hassles of long lines, security searches and increasing baggage fees.
“Not having to carry a suitcase while traveling is a great convenience. Even better is luggage awaiting your arrival at a destination or hotel,” said Steve Pruett, The UPS Store owner. “You can ship your luggage as is; place it in a box for shipment, or purchase a luggage box, eliminating the need for a suitcase altogether.”
When shipped UPS Ground service, the luggage box is competitively priced with the airlines’ baggage fees, especially when compared to the major airlines, many of which are charging well over $100 for comparable baggage. Additionally, members of the Automobile Association of America (AAA) can receive a 15 percent discount off the full retail price of The UPS Store eligible products and services and five percent off domestic U.S. UPS shipping costs.
The luggage box comes in two sizes, large and small; has a sturdy handle for easy carrying, and is made of recyclable corrugate. Because it weighs less than an empty suitcase, packing directly into the box can help lower shipping costs. Travelers also can include packaging tape and a return UPS shipping label for use when returning home.
Both luggage boxes meet airline baggage restrictions for travelers opting to fly with their belongings. The small box can be carried on and the large box can be checked in, minimizing the chance of paying airline oversize or overweight charges. The luggage boxes have been professionally tested. Travelers can visit The UPS Store website to view a luggage box information sheet with details about box dimensions, weight limitations and declared value.
The UPS Store is located at 8805 Tamiami Trail N. and has convenient hours: M-F 8am-6:30pm, Sat. 9am-3pm. For additional information, visit www.theupsstorelocal.com/3139 or call 239-597-9221.