Luggage Ahead Announces Launch of Website and Premier Luggage Shipping Services
Luggage-Shipping Service a Great Boon to Weary Travelers
MT. LAUREL, NJ (PRWEB) November 12, 2009 — With the launch of Luggage Ahead (luggageahead.com), travelers tired of dealing with the hassles of checking bags at the airport now have a convenient alternative: shipping ahead and having baggage, skis, golf bags, bicycles and other items waiting for them at their destination. Luggage Ahead offers its services domestically and to most countries abroad.
Luggage shipping is a fairly new concept that has been catching on in recent years. Since airlines have increased baggage fees, luggage-shipping services have become more mainstream. And many travelers who have previously shipped luggage agree that there is no other way to fly. ”Breezing through the airport with nothing to lug is a luxury I can no longer travel without,” said Luggage Ahead customer Brad Messina. “There’s no waiting in lines to check my bags, and there’s no waiting for baggage claim. I’m in and I’m out.”
Company founders Anthony Caruso, Seth Caruso and Daniel Distaso bring years of shipping and logistics experience to Luggage Ahead. Shipping luggage can be complicated because each order must be carefully coordinated and tracked. Luggage Ahead has put together a team of luggage specialists trained to ensure that luggage shipments are delivered on time. According to founding partner Anthony Caruso, top-notch customer service is what separates Luggage Ahead from other options. “The airlines will take your bags for a fee,” Caruso said, “but they are not in the business of luggage shipping. All of us know how frustrating it is to lose a bag.” Catering to varied travel needs, Luggage Ahead guarantees on-time arrival of shipped belongings with its overnight, two-day and three-day services.
Luggage shipping was once considered too expensive for most but now has become more affordable with the additional offering of Luggage Ahead’s economy service. If you can plan to have most of your bags shipped five to seven days in advance, the charges can be competitive with airline fees. When Jamie Wu traveled from Baltimore to Las Vegas, it would have cost him $50 to check his golf clubs on his flight, but by using Luggage Ahead’s economy service, he was spared checking, waiting for and carrying the clubs himself for $67. “For an extra $17, the clubs were waiting for me at the hotel,” Wu said. “I didn’t have to deal with them. It was a no-brainer.” Last-minute packers may have to use Luggage Ahead’s expedited services, but many travelers find that preferable to dragging bags through airports and losing hours of time waiting around.
According to company co-founder Daniel Distaso, luggage shipping is made easy for the traveler. “You place an order online or by phone. Soon before your trip, you will receive a package containing all your shipping labels and instructions. An agent will pick up your bags at your home or place of business, and you’re on your way,” said Distaso. Shipment status and delivery information is e-mailed, called or text-messaged to the customer, depending on preference. Luggage Ahead specialists monitor the safe transportation of customer belongings every step of the way. Each item shipped is insured for $500, with additional insurance available. If items arrive late, Luggage Ahead reimburses the customer and covers additional travel expenses incurred.
For more information, visit the Luggage Ahead website at www.luggageahead.com or call 888-395-4410.
Press contact: Anthony Caruso, 856-273-5766
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