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Cutting the Cost of Parcel Delivery

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Payday might seem like it’s a long way away on a somewhat gloomy Tuesday in September, but that doesn’t mean you have to put off your parcel delivery any longer. You might be wondering how your money is going to stretch to the end of the month, which is why we’re pleased to be able to offer you some incredibly competitive rates on international parcel delivery. There is no need to wait to send your parcels until you’re paid, because our purse-friendly prices take the stress out of sending parcels to other countries. If you want to take advantage of the prices offered by RAND, feel free to browse our site and find out more about our international parcel delivery rates.

Competitive Rates Available With RAND

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Well, it’s Monday again, and we’re sure you have a to do list as long as your arms just like we do. If you have ‘MUST DELIVER PARCELS’ written in capitals and underlined three times at the top of yours, you’re not alone. Fortunately, this is one of the easiest tasks to cross off, and you don’t need to spend a fortune getting everything posted. All you need to do is head to RAND’s quote finder to get yourself the best prices on parcel delivery. We are able to deliver parcels virtually anywhere in the world, so get a quote now and get that to do list whittled down.

Staying on Top of Sent Parcels

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Just because your parcel has been sent, it doesn’t mean you will stop worrying about it. Christmas may not be upon us yet, but the early birds among us like to get things bought, wrapped and sent as early as possible to make sure it arrives in more than enough time so we can sit back and relax. The next few months will see a surge in parcels passing through the sorting offices of the country, so you’ll obviously want to make sure yours are safe. You can use the RAND parcel tracking app to keep an eye on exactly where all your parcels are so you don’t need to worry, so even if you’re sending ten lovingly wrapped gifts, you can track each and every one to be sure that they arrived safely at their destination.

Sending Parcels to Europe

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There are a lot of courier companies out there, and that means a lot of choice. However, if you want to go with a courier company that is reliable and offers excellent rates on parcel delivery to Europe, RAND should be your first choice. We understand how important it is to you that your parcels arrive on time and without any damage, which is why we strive to offer the best possible service to each and every customer. Whether it’s France, Denmark, Estonia or anywhere else in Europe, we’ve got it covered, so use our quote finder for the best price today.

RAND Mobile App

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If you send a lot of parcels but hate having to wait until you’re at a computer to find out where those parcels are or to schedule the delivery of another, RAND has a solution. Our mobile app is ideal for anyone who wants to stay on top of their parcels on the move. If you have an Android device and want the peace of mind of always being able to find out where your parcels have got to, head to the Google Play store today and download our free app.

Sending Large Parcels

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There is a golden rule that a surprising amount of people don’t realise when it comes to sending parcels: it’s all about striking the balance between the size and the weight. Just because you’re sending a tiny parcel, it doesn’t mean you will be paying next to nothing to send it if it is very heavy, and equally a large box won’t necessarily mean paying a fortune if you’re only sending pillows.

When you’re thinking about how you will package your items, think about the best way to fit them into as small a space as possible. In a way, it is like Tetris – if you can slot things together and utilise all the space in a box effectively, you can keep costs down. The larger the parcel, the more you will pay for the size. For example, if you are posting two new pairs of shoes, by simply doing away with the shoeboxes you can save a lot of space and fit both pairs into the equivalent space of one box.

If you’re sending multiple items, it may well end up costing less to send your items in separate small boxes, as very large boxes will come with a premium postage cost to match as they are difficult to transport and deliver. Lots of small items may require a massive box to send in one package, but by splitting this into more manageable parcels you might be able to reduce your packaging costs.

Also make sure you’re not using a box too big for what you’re actually sending. This can push the cost up even though you’re not using all the space inside, which is a waste of money. Find a box into which the item fits as well as possible to only spend the money necessary to send the parcel.

We offer competitive rates on sending large parcels at RAND, so use our quote finder today to find out how much it will cost you to send your large package abroad.

Packaging Items For Sending Abroad

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We’re back with a useful post today about how best to package your items when you’re sending them abroad. It’s not quite as simple as sending something domestically, as there is much more chance of something getting damaged in transit on a long journey to a foreign country. While RAND takes every possible measure to minimise the potential for damage to your items during transit, it will be better for your peace of mind if you know your items are packaged well.

Firstly, regardless of the item you’re sending, we would highly recommend sending your items in a cardboard box. Some people think that soft items which can’t get damaged easily can be wrapped in brown parcel paper, but there are lots of reasons this isn’t ideal. It can get ripped or disintegrate if it becomes wet, and it won’t provide the right level of protection for your item.

Find a box a couple of inches larger than the items you wish to send to allow room for packing materials, and check along all the ‘seams’ to make sure it won’t burst open. Useful packing materials include scrunched up newspaper, polystyrene packing beads and foam shapes, along with our trusty favourite, bubblewrap. Wrap your item in bubblewrap if it is fragile, and place it in the box surrounded with foam or paper to keep it in place and act as a buffer against the sides of the box.

Use a strong parcel tape to secure everything inside, being sure to check all the edges and corners again. Make sure the address is written clearly on the box, either in neat block capitals or in the form of a printed label to make sure our couriers can read it easily! We will then take care of the rest.

For a reliable courier service, you can count on RAND to deliver.

Selling Summer Clothes Online

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When we need a bit of extra cash, many of us turn to eBay to sell some of our unwanted belongings. We hate to be the first to mention it, but with Christmas closer than we might like to think, lots of us will be thinking about making a bit of money so we can save for the big day. One good way to do this can be to sell some of the more questionable sartorial purchases we made over the summer.

Maybe it’s that little neon number that looked perfect on a Spanish beach but is just too blinding for the UK. Maybe it’s those terrible sandals you bought on a whim in a bout of sweltering weather. Whatever it is, we all buy things we regret, especially when we’re hot and just want to be wearing something cool, so the end of summer is the perfect time to get it all listed online and hopefully sold.

Many people choose to send only within the UK, but if you have chosen to send overseas, make sure you use a reliable courier such as RAND. It can be expensive if your item doesn’t arrive with its buyer or arrives damaged, as you will have lost the item and will have to refund the buyer, so it’s important that your item arrives in one piece in a timely fashion. This way, your feedback will be positive, your buyer will be happy and you will reap the rewards in the form of a bulging bank account.

Get a quote from RAND today to find out how much will cost you to send your eBay goods overseas.

Sending Back-To-School Gifts

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The start of September is all about the dreaded return to school. As the leaves start to fall from the trees and new pencils are sharpened for the very first time, the glorious summer holidays can seem a long way away. All over the world, children are meeting their new classmates for the first time, getting their new school shoes muddy and waiting to grow into their too-big uniform.

Wherever your young friends and relatives are based around the world, it’s not too late to send them a gift to cheer them up during what can be one of the most nerve-wracking times of year for many children. Maybe a new toy to put a smile back on their face, or some stationery essentials to show off in the classroom. Whatever it is, make sure you send it with RAND.

RAND guarantees competitive rates and a reliable service, meaning your items will get there when we say they will. You can also track your parcels using our handy tracking service to find out where in the world they’ve got to so far. That way, everyone will be happy, and you won’t need to worry about where your gift has gone, so get a quote today, and happy September sending!

Sending Birthday Gifts Internationally

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We all love birthdays! As old as we get, we can’t help getting excited when there’s a beautifully wrapped present in front of us with our name on the tag. But, as the old saying goes, it’s better to give than to receive. So what do you do when your friends or relatives move abroad?

Sending a present abroad isn’t as difficult as some people expect. If you send your gifts with RAND, there is no need to worry about finding the right postage or worry about whether or not it will get there in time. We offer a speedy, efficient and very reasonably priced courier service which means you won’t have to worry about your gifts at all while they’re in transit.

Use our quote finder to find out how much it’ll cost you to send your gift anywhere in the world, and we’re sure you’ll be delighted with the rates on offer.