How Do Luggage Delivery Services Work?

Packing for a holiday or a move abroad can be a very exciting time, but the thought of having to actually lug all those bags around with you is far less pleasant. Let’s face it, traveling with big, heavy bags can be a nuisance, and it can really ruin the start or end of a trip.

Even if your bags aren’t that heavy, there is nothing better than unburdening yourself from having to carry these at all.

But unless you’ve got someone willing to carry these for you, what do you do?

Well, you ship them ahead, of course!

If you’ve never heard of shipping services before or you’ve yet to try one, this guide is for you. We’re going to take a look at how luggage delivery services work and why you should consider these for your next trip.

What is a Luggage Delivery Service?

If you’ve not heard of this before, a luggage delivery service can be a very welcome and exciting prospect. This is a service that offers luggage transportation from one location to another. Essentially, you do not have to deal with your luggage at all; you have it collected and delivered – all you have to worry about is packing in the first place!

These services can be used locally or internationally depending on the provider, making this ideal for holidays, business trips, and even moving houses.

It can also be a more cost-effective and convenient alternative to checking in baggage with an airline.

Who Uses Luggage Delivery Services?

Of course, anyone can use a luggage shipping service if they require it, but these tend to be utilized most by holidaymakers with lots of excess luggage. For example, baby cots and pushchairs, or perhaps people who take part in sports while away, such as surfers or snowboarders.

These services can prove much safer, easier, and more cost effective than having to check a bag at the airport yourself or have it with you on other forms of public transport. Travelers also prefer this method if they want to travel with luggage weighing over the allotted 20kgs.

Students moving away from university or those planning to move abroad full time can also benefit from these services. After all, it would be so hard to pack up all your belongings and check them onto a plane with you. Unless you didn’t have much stuff in the first place, that is!

How These Services Work

Now we know what these services are, let’s take a look at how they work. For those of you who are new to this, we’ve put together a step-by-step guide for having your luggage delivered. It goes a little something like this:

1. Make the Arrangements

First and foremost, you need to make the arrangements and get yourself booked in with a reputable provider. This might mean doing some research into local companies to see what’s available to you and also to find the best service for the best price.

Once you know which service provider you intend to use, you need to book your collection and delivery slots.

In today’s digital world, there are typically several ways you can do this. Some services allow you to book online, simply filling out your details and making the payment. But, if you prefer to do it the old-fashioned way, there is also the ability to call up and speak with a representative. This can be helpful if you have any questions about the service or any special requests.

2. Pack Your Bags

Next, you need to make sure that all your bags or boxes are packed and ready for your chosen collection day. Give yourself plenty of time to get everything ready just in case you incur a problem along the way.

It’s important to make sure that everything is packed safely and correctly. If you are shipping specialist items like sports equipment or instruments, be careful to get the right (airline-compatible) bags and to protect these with extra padding or cases.

3. Collection Day

On your chosen day and time, a representative will arrive to collect your belongings. Make sure you are there to ensure your belongings are retrieved and that everything you’ve booked is collected.

Sometimes, luggage delivery companies will add extra protective packaging to your bags before getting them on their way.

4. Your Luggage is Routed

Now you can sit back and relax as the delivery service does the hard work. They will route your bags to your final destination in the easiest possible way. This may differ depending on the size and number of bags, as well as your final destination.

5. Keep Track of Your Delivery

One of the greatest things about these delivery services is you can track and monitor your bags in real-time. This can give you peace of mind if you’ve got to be somewhere for a particular date or you’ve shipped precious cargo.

In most cases, you will be sent a notification upon the collection and delivery of your belongings to keep you informed.

6. Your Bags are Delivered

Providing everything has gone smoothly – and it should have – your bags and belongings will be dropped at your chosen location at your chosen time. You don’t always have to be there to receive these, but you might feel better being there depending on where you’re having your bags shipped to.

For example, if you’re having your luggage dropped off at a hotel, you don’t want it left in the lobby. However, if there is a luggage room where it can be stored, you don’t need to be there to greet your bags or the delivery representative.

And, of course, the same steps apply if you choose to have your bags shipped back at the end of your trip. Just be sure to book this in and have your bags ready and waiting on collection day.

Why Choose a Luggage Delivery Service?

If you’re still unsure whether to use a luggage delivery service, let us quickly give you five reasons why you should. There are so many benefits, including:

• It’s often cheaper than paying for extra luggage on the plane
• It saves you lugging around multiple heavy or awkward bags, so you can just focus on traveling and enjoying your trip
• It can give you extra security if you’re shipping fragile or important belongings
• It’s really fast and convenient to organize
• It is fully trackable, so you will always know where your belongings are and when they’ll be arriving

So, why not make the most of these service providers on your next trip?