It may seem counterintuitive that you have to pay international prices to ship to Mexico. After all, the United States and Mexico share a border that is nearly 2,000-miles long. However, shipments to Mexico are still considered international and subject to the rules and prices associated with international deliveries. This article outlines the best carriers… Read More »
With most of us communicating electronically these days, receiving a handwritten letter has become even more special. However, sending a letter overseas, especially to a country where a different language is spoken, can be daunting. Luckily, several US-based postal companies are working hard to make shipping to China as easy and inexpensive as possible. This… Read More »
With the turmoil currently facing Israel, the idea of shipping into the country may be daunting. However, UPS, USPS, and FedEx are working diligently to help you get your mail to its destination, wherever in Israel that may be. This article outlines the best carriers for shipments to Israel, unique shipping requirements, and the required… Read More »
Buying stamps can feel overwhelming at times. While we all know that envelopes and packages require postage, knowing which stamps to buy (and how many to use) can be confusing, especially when postage prices change. Luckily, USPS appreciates this. So that’s why they created the Forever Stamp. In this post, we will share everything you… Read More »
If you search “does Staples sell stamps?” on the internet, most sites will tell you that they do. However, while this used to be true, Staples locations in the United States actually stopped supplying US postage stamps back in 2017. Does Staples Sell Postage Stamps? No, Staples stores no longer sell stamps. The United States… Read More »
Every year, more and more Americans cross the Pacific Ocean to visit or move to Japan. As a result, more and more of us find ourselves trying to make sense of Japanese addresses to send letters and parcels to friends and family abroad. This article outlines everything you need to know about sending postcards, letters,… Read More »
While France is one of the European countries closest to the United States, it is still very far away. Packages traveling to France must cross country borders and 4,775 miles of Atlantic Ocean to reach their destinations. As a result, international shipping can be long, arduous, and, at times, expensive. However, it doesn’t always have… Read More »
Shipping to Canada seems like it should be as easy as shipping within the continental United States; after all, it’s all part of the same landmass. However, shipments to Canada are considered international and are, therefore, subject to international shipping rates. This article outlines the best carriers for shipments to Canada, unique shipping requirements, and… Read More »
Mailing a postcard or letter within the United States is fairly simple: in most cases, you can affix a single stamp to the top left corner and send it on its way. However, when you start sending mail beyond the confines of the continental United States, the postage requirements become much more complex. One of… Read More »
There are three powerhouses of shipping in the United States: the United States Postal Service (USPS), the United Parcel Service (UPS), and Federal Express (FedEx). Based on the size and destination of your parcel, each company has its benefits. Based on the competitive nature of these companies’ relationship, it’s pretty understandable that FedEx does not… Read More »
