OVERSEAS SHIPPING

Whew! Here is an area where better service is in dire need. Because of the lengthy delays when delivering an international parcel, I will often ship United States Express Mail. The Express Mail postage may cost an additional $10-$20 for each shipment: however, this includes some insurance, a tracking number, and delivery in 5-7 business days. For example, shipping a 12 pound parcel to Spain costs $58.50 for priority and $74.45 for express. The Express Mail is $15.95 additional over the Priority. Both include some insurance with the shipment. The Express Mail, however, offers tracking, faster delivery service, and requires a signature. The extra cost is worth the peace of mind that I receive knowing where my parcel is at each step in the process and when it is finally delivered. Often, the postage that I charge the buyer is less than the Express Mail cost, so I put the extra few dollars in myself- for the peace of mind.