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News · 2026-04-09
EU Plans to Remove €150 Duty-Free Limit on Parcels from China — What It Means
The European Commission is preparing to eliminate the €150 customs duty threshold for parcels from AliExpress, Temu and Shein. What is being planned, when it takes effect, and how to prepare for higher prices and customs declarations.
6 min read
Seasonal · 2026-04-01
Summer 2026: Ship Luggage and Sports Gear by Courier — Beat the Baggage Fees
How to save on airport baggage fees by shipping suitcases and sports equipment ahead. Price guide for common holiday routes (Spain, Italy, Croatia, Greece), how to organise it, and packing tips for courier shipping.
7 min read
Seasonal · 2026-03-17
How to Ship Luggage Ahead on Holiday — and Save on Baggage Fees
Airlines advertise 20 kg free baggage, but excess charges are €50–100 per bag on most carriers. Alternative: ship your suitcase ahead with a parcel courier. When it pays off, how to organise it, and what it actually costs.
6 min read
Tips · 2026-02-10
How to Save on International Shipping — 7 Tips for 2026
International shipping is expensive, but there are practical ways to cut costs by 20–50%. Seven concrete tactics: from choosing a broker over a direct carrier to consolidating shipments and optimising parcel dimensions.
6 min read
Opinion · 2026-01-13
Parcel Carriers in Europe 2026 — Who Is Who and For Whom
Overview of all major European parcel carriers: regional (DPD, GLS), express global (DHL Express, UPS, FedEx), and brokers/platforms (Eurosender, Sendcloud, Shipito). Who each carrier is for and when to use which.
9 min read
Tips · 2025-11-18
5 Common Mistakes When Shipping a Parcel Abroad
Half of all international parcel claims trace back to the same five mistakes: vague item description, poor packaging, using postal services instead of couriers, false "gift" declaration, and ignoring prohibited items. Here's what each mistake actually costs and how to avoid it.
7 min read
Seasonal · 2025-10-28
Christmas Shipping Deadlines 2026 — Last Days to Post for On-Time Delivery
Overview of last posting dates for Christmas parcels in 2026. EU destinations, non-EU routes, and express options — with buffers for December carrier congestion.
6 min read
Seasonal · 2025-10-14
Black Friday 2026 Shipping — How to Avoid Delays and Lost Parcels
Black Friday 2026 is on 27 November. How to prepare as a shopper and as an e-commerce seller — when to order, how carrier networks respond to surge demand, and why to insure high-value orders.
7 min read