I get asked almost daily at UPakWeShip if it is ok to pack and ship things in tubs or plastic crates. Probably most other International Movers get asked this as well. Some will say yes and some will say no. Some probably will not even answer! Here is the truth...
Hello everyone, Mark Nash aka The International Moving Doctor with your trusted International Mover UPakWeShip here with some up to date information if you are moving overseas soon. As of now, March 30th 2026, our online prices are still good but there is pressure on the horizon for rates to...
A song made famous by sister sledge back in 1979 and although I don’t have all my sisters with me, my wife and I have our daughter, son-in-law, nieces, and nephews with us making it a true family business spread out between our offices in the USA, UK and...
Will I pay duties and taxes when moving my stuff to Europe? This is a popular question, and I’ll do my best to answer it for you here. The quick simple answer is no, providing you have all your boxes in a row! Here is the more detailed answer. U Crates, Pallets and Shared...
We were just informed by the IAM (International Association of Movers) of the following…. The Port of Los Angeles has resumed operations after fire erupted on board the ONE Henry Hudson, which was berthed at the port. CNBC reported that an electrical fire on a lower deck of the container ship...
I moved a lady a few years back that boasted she had more shoes than Imelda Marcos the Philippines President that was famous for having 3000 pairs of shoes. Maybe not quite in the same league but I was reminded of this when I learnt we were moving someone this week...
Pay a professional mover to pack and load a pallet like this customer did on the left or pack it yourself into a U Crate like this customer did on the right! Why pay someone else to do what you can do better yourself! Smart simple shipping with UPakWeShip...
I was walking through the UPakWeShip warehouse yesterday and took these pictures to show you what can be done with our Pallet service. The first one shows boxes from Home Depot that are fitting perfectly on the pallet. The second picture shows some well stacked plastic tubs and...
When it comes to sun-soaked states with miles of coastline, vibrant cities, and endless opportunities, two names immediately stand out: California and Florida. Both are popular destinations for relocation, retirement, and raising a family—but which one is the right fit for you? Whether you’re considering moving from CA to FL, weighing...
If you’re planning to live in the Netherlands, one of the first things you’ll need to sort out is your BSN number. The burger service number (BSN) is your unique personal identification number and is required for accessing government services, social security, taxes, and financial activities. It serves a similar function...