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  Why take out parcel insurance? E-commerce has become the leading influence of the digital age, revolutionising the way we shop and practice business. As more and more consumers rely on online purchases, the demand for efficient shipping services has grown exponentially. However, the shipping process is not without its risks. From theft and damage to loss during transit, packages can encounter a variety of unfortunate and unforeseen circumstances. This is where parcel insurance comes in – a crucial safeguard that protects both businesses and consumers from financial loss. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of parcel insurance and why it should be a priority for everyone when shipping valuable items.  What is Parcel Insurance?   Parcel insurance is a type of coverage that protects buyers and businesses against potential loss, damage, or theft of shipped goods. Over the years, courier services have worked hard to ensure the safe transit of millions of p...
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 Parcel price comparison In today’s era of e-commerce, courier services are in high demand. The convenience of online shopping is now the norm, and more and more businesses are moving to a digital approach. Whether you’re a consumer or a business owner, the demand for reliable and affordable delivery services has skyrocketed. Parcel comparison websites can fill that demand. These innovative platforms allow you to instantly compare shipping options from hundreds of courier services all over the world. Saving you time, effort and money in the process.   How Do They Work?   Gone are the days of searching the internet and contacting multiple courier companies individually to find the best delivery service for your parcels. Parcel comparison websites have streamlined the process by bringing all the essential information together in one place. These websites act as a centralized hub, where users can input their delivery requirements, compare quotes and availability, then s...
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Watch shipping and jewellery delivery Worried about shipping your high-value, luxury items? Discover the easiest methods of shipping jewellery and watches, for local or international delivery safely and securely with Overland Express. Whether it’s a gift for a loved one or a personal indulgence, sending precious items requires careful consideration. In this post, we’ll explain how we ensure a stress-free journey for those treasured pieces. Choose the right courier:   Selecting a reliable courier service is crucial. Especially when sending expensive, often sentimental items. Opt for well-established companies with a proven track record in handling delicate and high-value items. Luckily, we can help you out with this. Working in partnership with industry-leading names like DHL and UPS, we can save you time and money by comparing prices and services for you and offer discounts of up to 70%. All you have to do is choose the service that best suits your needs. Package your jewellery co...
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  Cheaper alternative for parcel delivery? Have you ever sent a package with one of the household names and been astonished at the cost of it? Most people have and if you wondered if there was a cheaper option? Yes there is, a parcel comparison site . Today many people are using courier brokers. Put simply, they negotiate highly discounted rates through the larger carriers and pass these onto their customers.  How can they do this? Well, if you had 1 parcel to send, you would pay the full tariff price. If on the other hand you had 50 + packages to send and approached the same carrier, the rates that you would receive per item would be considerably lower than the original price you were quoted.  A courier broker has already negotiated these discounts on your behalf, using the volumes that they already ship each day, so even if you have just one package to send, you will make substantial savings.  Using a broker is simple. Just enter your details, with the destination...
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  Parcel cost comparison SEND A 30 KG PARCEL TO EUROPE FOR £22.99 Are you looking to deliver fashions to Milan, wine to France, sausages to Spain or any other document or parcel to a destination in Europe and you need a fast, efficient, reliable courier who you can rest assured will deliver your goods the very next day? Well pick up the phone, or email the expert friendly professional team at Overland Express who can be relied upon to provide the very best courier service for your business. Overland Express always delivers the goods, both in terms of their dedication to the very highest levels of customer service and to getting your valued items to their destination on time. They offer affordable prices and always have special offers that you can take advantage of such as parcels to Germany from only £15.00 and to Greece from only £18.00. Compare parcel prices now. Overland Express only works with the very best in the courier business and their partners include DHL, FedEx, UPS and...
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How to pack a guitar for shipping At Overland Express, we understand that for many people, a guitar isn’t just an instrument. It's an extension of yourself. From Fenders to Gibson's, shipping your guitar by courier doesn’t have to be a daunting experience, in fact, we’ve shipped thousands and thousands of acoustic, bass, and electric guitars to over 220 countries around the world. So whether you’re selling an old instrument on eBay, are in the market for a brand-new guitar, or need to send one in for repairs and restoration, you can depend on us to deliver a reliable and stress-free service. When trusting your expensive and sentimental instrument to a courier, the most worrying thing is the thought it may get damaged en route. Luckily for you, we’ve put together this step-by-step comprehensive guide on how to correctly pack your guitar ready for shipping. By spending a little extra time and following our easy instructions, you can be confident your guitar will be sa...