Thursday, January 31, 2013

News about Shipito Airmail shipping method

Starting January, 31 for warehouses in California and soon coming to Oregon location, Shipito Airmail Express will be available to almost all countries in the Shipito shipping calculator.

  1. For lighter packages it will be cheaper than it is now. The exact price differences depends on the destination, but most packages under 20 lbs will be less expensive than it is now.

  2. You will get the actual tracking number at the moment of mailout from our warehouse, there will be no waiting until package arrives to Belgium.

  3. Process is still similar, packages will be transported to Belgium and then shipped with tracking to the final destination, but due to the improved infrastructure, the whole process should be faster.

  4. Airmail Economy maximum weight will be limited to 4.4 lbs (if you already have heavier package selected for Airmail Economy, it will be still shipped using the old Economy method). No more confusion about Airmail Economy sometimes shipped as EMS.

Additionally:

  • No lithium battery restrictions.

  • Dimensional weight is not used. This is extremely important as most of packages by DHL, Fedex, TNT are charged as DIM weight.

  • Airmail Priority service stays unchanged


Update (November 06, 2013)
Shipito Airmail can no longer be used for shipping lithium batteries

Russian shipping forwarder Shopotam (ex. EbayToday) offers more shipping methods bypassing Russian Post

Many major shipping forwarders offer alternative shipping methods bypassing state postal services and major courier services like DHL, Fedex, UPS. This allows to get better pricing and/or faster delivery. Moreover alternative shopping methods are more secure than state postal services.

For example, one of the biggest shipping forwarders in Russia Shopotam (former EbayToday) offers express delivery by SPSR Express and economy delivery by Boxberry. Both bypass Russian Post completely. And while you can deliver by SPSR Express much faster (5-10 days), the rates are comparable with USPS Express Mail International (EMS).

Shopotam (eBayToday): alternative shipping methods

You may find more details on the Shopotam web-site.

Friday, January 25, 2013

Shipito opened a warehouse in Austria (Europe)

Shipito opened a warehouse in Austria. For start, it is available to all clients with Virtual Mailbox and account verified to at least 50%. They will lift this restriction in few weeks. Consolidation is available, shipping rates can be found in the shipping calculator.

Shipito: Austria

Now that Shipito has a warehouse in Europe, I'll be more willing to try some European private shopping clubs that don't ship outside the European Union. Although prices are usually higher in EU than in the USA, some items are not sold in the USA and some are to heavy to ship them from the USA.

Update (February 08, 2013)
The Austrian warehouse is available to all customers, and the shelves are filling up already.

All customers are able to use the European address provided in their account for purchases all over Europe (UK, Germany, France, Austria, etc.). Nearly every European store (like Tommy Hilfiger, ebay.de, Amazon.de, Esprit, H&M, etc.) is shipping to the warehouse.

The location provides all services available (content photos, special requests, consolidations, etc.).

Shipping methods available at start: Austrian Postal Service and FedEx. For Austrian Post only real weight is used (not DIM weight).

Thursday, January 24, 2013

On January 27, 2013 USPS will increase prices on its services

Postal and courier services increase prices every year. Unites States Postal Service (USPS) is not on exception. On January 27, 2013 new prices will come into force.

USPS price increase


Remember to send your packages before the weekend at old rates.

Get $15 from Fab private shopping club for FREE

Get $15 from Fab private shopping club for FREE via the instructions below:

  1. Log into your Fab account or register at Fab for free via this link

  2. Get $10 credit by clicking onto this link

  3. Get $5 credit by clicking onto this link

  4. Update (25.01.2013): Get $5 credit by clicking onto this link

  5. Add an item or several items onto the shopping cart and proceed to checkout to redeem the credit.


Fab.com: free $10 credit

It may take a few hours to see this credit become active in your account.

Fab is Everyday Design. Fab's mission is to help people better their lives with design. Millions of people around the world use Fab to discover everyday design products at great prices, to connect with the world's most exciting designers, and to share their favorite design inspirations.

Fab shipping within the USA starts from $4.95, but you may get FREE shipping if you spend $75 or more. Fab doesn't ship to U.S. territories such as Puerto Rico, but it ships to Canada and US freight forwarders like Shipito. Here is one of my Fab packages in the Shipito warehouse:

Shipito: fab.com package

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Coupon codes from Mastercard for top U.S. online stores (January 2013)


  • Aeropostale
    Aeropostale
    $9.99 USD shipping on orders of $100 or more when you use Coupon Code MC51 at checkout.

  • Gilt Groupe
    Gilt Groupe
    Free Shipping on all orders. Use promotion code MC51

  • Shoes.com
    Shoes.com
    Receive 15% off your shoes.com order promo code MC15

  • Saks
    Saks
    $19.99 shipping on orders of $99 or more only at Saks.com. Use promo code MC51

  • Bloomingdale's
    Bloomingdale's
    Free standard shipping with Promo Code MC51

  • InterMix
    InterMix
    $20 Flat Rate Shipping orders above $200. Use promotion code MC51

  • Jos. A. Bank
    Jos. A. Bank
    Save 20% on purchases at Jos. A. Bank with code MC51

  • Chefs
    Chefs
    60% Off Shipping on orders over $100. Use promotion code MC51

  • MotoSport
    MotoSport
    50% off Shipping on all orders. Use promotion code MC51

  • The Children's Place
    The Children's Place
    Free Shipping on all orders over $100! Use promotion code MC51

  • Sears.com
    Sears.com
    Save 60% off shipping and handling with coupon code MC51

  • yLang
    yLang
    Receive duty free and free shipping on all orders with the coupon code MC51.

  • Garnet Hill
    Garnet Hill
    Enjoy free Shipping on orders of $100 USD or more at garnethill.com. Use promotion code MC51

  • Guitar Center
    Guitar Center
    Get Ready To Rock With 15% Off Orders Over $299. Use Coupon Code MC51

  • The Woodwind & Brasswind
    The Woodwind & Brasswind
    Save $20 On Band & Orchestra Gear Orders Over $100 With Coupon Code MC51

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Gilt Groupe cash back and promo code (coupon) for international shipping (January 2013)

Mastercard offers an exclusive promo code (coupon) for Gilt Groupe private shopping club (flash sale site, private sale site, fashion sale site, designer sale site).

Offer: Free international shipping
Promo code (coupon): MC51

Gilt: Promo code for Free international shipping

Terms and conditions for using the promo code (coupon):
Free Shipping on all international orders. Promotion valid on any orders on Gilt. Not valid when shipping to multiple addresses or on multiple orders. No adjustments to prior purchases.

Promotion is valid online only with use of MasterCard. Some items are not eligible for international shipping. Valid only when shipping to destinations outside the United States enabled for shipping on gilt.com. Coupon code MC51 must be entered at checkout to qualify for promotion.

Some orders may already qualify for reduced rate shipping or other promotions. This promotion will not apply to such orders.

Promotion applicable on mobile orders.
Website terms and conditions of service apply. Excludes Japan. Promotion is valid from 12/17/2012 until 01/30/2013. Limited time only, while supplies last.

Here is where to enter the promo code (coupon) on Gilt web-site during checkout:

Checkout: Where to enter promo code

Not a member of Gilt yet? Sign up for free using the invitation link and get $25 off your first purchase.

And don't forget about cash back. Currently Extrabux allows you to earn 3% cash back at Gilt Groupe:

Gilt: Extrabux cash back

Here is my cash back for the december 2012 purchase at Gilt:

Gilt: Extrabux cash back

Steps to follow:

  1. Register at Gilt Groupe private shopping club, if you don't have an account there yet. Make sure to use the invitation link to get $25 off your first purchase.

  2. Register at Extrabux cash back service, if you don't have an account there yet.

  3. Log into your Extrabux account, find Gilt there using the search box on top of the page. Navigate to the Gilt Groupe page on Extrabux and and hit the "Start Shopping" button.

  4. Log into your Gilt Group account and add items onto the shopping cart.

  5. Enter the MC51 promo code at checkout.

  6. Enjoy free international shipping and cash back!

Monday, January 21, 2013

Free eBook Windows 8: 50 Questions and Answers You Need to Make a Decision

Windows 8: 50 Questions and Answers You Need to Make a Decision Fill out the form and get the following Windows 8 ebook for free (Normally $9.95): "Windows 8: 50 Questions and Answers You Need to Make a Decision"

Warehouse sale on LeftLane Sports private shopping club today

HUGE Winter sale today everyone! LeftLane Sports cleans up the warehouse to make room for the new stuff.

LeftLane Sports: warehouse sale

LeftLane Sports is a private shopping club selling outdoor and sporting apparel, footware, gear and accessories. It ships not only within the USA, but also to select countries worldwide.

Blowout sale on Zulily today

Blowout sale on Zulily today.

Zulily: blowout sale

Zulily is a private shopping club for moms, babies and kids. It offers international shipping to many countries.

Warehouse sale on Seshday private shopping club today

Warehouse sale on Seshday today. Seshday cleans up the warehouse to make room for the new stuff. Your score. This Sesh features tons of items at Seshday cost. That's right, they are taking too much space in the warehouse and Seshday needs to make room for the new arrivals.

Seshday: warehouse sale

Seshday is a private shopping club selling outdoor and sporting apparel, footware, gear and accessories. It ships not only within the USA, but also to select countries worldwide.

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Sign up for Amazon Mom and get 20% off select items in the Amazon Baby Store

Sign up for Amazon Mom and get 20% off select items in the Amazon Baby Store

Use Amazon Mom-exclusive promo code BABY2013 and get 20% off. Save on thousands of eligible baby products in select colors and styles, for up to $100 in total savings

Amazon mom: 20% off in Baby Store

Qualifying Amazon Mom members can use this code on eligible items (listed below) from January 18, 2013 until 11:59 PM PST February 1, 2013. If you join Amazon Mom or Prime after this promotion has started on January 18, 2013, you will need to wait 24 hours for the promo code to become active.

Terms and conditions

Warehouse sale on Ideeli private sale club today. Discounts up to 90%

Ideeli private shopping club (sample sale site, flash sale site, designer sale site, private sale site, fashion sale site) runs its first ever Warehouse Sale! Save Up To 90% Off Contemporary Collections, Handbags & Accessories, Outerwear, Classic Apparel, Contemporary Dresses, Boots, Intimates, Activewear, Men's Apparel, Shoes & Accessories.

Ideeli: Warehouse sale. Discounts up to 90%.

Friday, January 11, 2013

Get $10 for each friend you refer to Amazon Student

Get $10 for each friend who joins Amazon Student

Get $10 for each friend who joins Amazon Student

Deal ends January 31st, 2013. Residents of North Carolina, Arkansas, or Rhode Island are ineligible to receive student invite credit. Credits may take 7 days or longer to appear in your account after new member signup. Credits expire one year from date of issuance, are one-time use, are non-refundable, and can be redeemed only on items sold by Amazon on Amazon.com. Credits will only be applied when the person signing up has never been an Amazon Student, Amazon Mom or Amazon Prime member.

Amazon Student is a free membership program created especially for college students. Amazon Student members receive benefits such as six months of FREE Two-Day Shipping with Amazon Prime, and e-mail alerts for discounts and promotions. Only students currently enrolled in a college or university who have a valid .edu e-mail address can sign up for Amazon Student through the website.

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

How to unlock Apple iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, 5 for FREE or for several dollars only

I have bought a used AT&T locked iPhone 4S on eBay. It appears that AT&T allows to unlock iPhones for free.

AT&T iPhone unlock portal

Please note that it is much faster and much more effective to call AT&T support and request to unlock your iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, 5. Some customers only needed to tell the IMEI code to unlock their phones.

If you are not eligible for an unlock from AT&T, you may still factory unlock your phone really cheap by spending several dollars only. For example, I was recommended to use the unlock_fusion eBay seller. Anyway there is no need to spend $20, $30, $50 or even $100 to unlock your iPhone.

p.s. You may also unlock your phone by jailbreaking, installing Cydia and some unlocking software. It might be free, but the problem is that you will need to repeat this procedure after updading iOS.

Download Adobe Creative Suite CS2, Photoshop CS2, Premiere Pro 2.0, Photoshop Elements 4/5, Acrobat Pro 8.0, InDesign CS2, Illustrator CS2, InCopy CS2 for Windows or Mac OS for free

Want to download Adobe Creative Suite CS2, Photoshop CS2, Premiere Pro 2.0, Photoshop Elements 4/5, Acrobat Pro 8.0, InDesign CS2, Illustrator CS2, InCopy CS2, ... for Windows or Mac OS for free?

Adobe is terminating the activation servers for CS2. Copies of CS2 that don't require activation with serial numbers are available for download from Adobe.

Just go to the Adobe CS2 download page (on www.adobe.com) and get all these programs with serial numbers.

Note that the latest version of the Creative Suite is CS6. Although CS2 is pretty old, its system requirements are much lower than of CS6. Not to mention that many users will find this old version good enough.

Direct download links and serial numbers from the CS2 download page:





































































































































































ProductPlatformDownloadsSerial number
Creative Suite 2MacCS2_install_Mac.pdf1130-0412-8377-1896-9751-5759
CS_20_IE_NonRet_D1.dmg.bin
CS_20_IE_NonRet_D2.dmg.bin
CS_20_IE_NonRet_D3.dmg.bin
VCS2.dmg
CS_2.0_IE_Extras_1.dmg.bin
WinCS2_install_Win.pdf1130-1414-7569-4457-6613-5551
CreativeSuiteCS2Disc1.exe
CreativeSuiteCS2Disc2.exe
CreativeSuiteCS2Disc3.exe
VCS2.zip
CS_2.0_WWE_Extras_1.exe
Acrobat 3D 1.0 for WindowsWinAC3D_1.0_Volume_NACK_WWE.zip1159-1414-7569-3493-5006-5653
Acrobat Standard 7.0Mac12001748.dmg1016-0414-2428-7157-5404-6669
Win22001904.exe1016-1415-6379-6184-1333-2468
Acrobat Pro 8.0MacAPRO8_Mac_WEB_WWEFG.dmg1118-0416-1130-3724-2927-7040
WinAPRO23_Win_ESD1_WWEFG.exe1118-1414-1955-8737-8172-0350
Audition 3.0WinADBEAudition_loopolgy.exe1137-1004-8571-6848-7845-8029
ADBEAudition_ESD1_WWEFGJIS.exe
ADBEAudition_loopolgy.7z
GoLive CS2MacGL_CS2_UE_NonRet.dmg.bin1033-0415-6162-2671-3431-0993
WinGL_CS2_UE_NonRet.exe1033-1418-1610-5696-5209-0095
Illustrator CS2MacAI_CS2_IE_NonRet.dmg.bin1034-0416-0740-0527-2887-2375
WinAI_CS2_IE_NonRet.exe1034-1415-6230-2341-2884-9398
InCopy CS2MacIC_CS2_UE_NonRet.dmg.bin1036-0414-4367-5110-5897-2432
WinIC_CS2_UE_NonRet.exe1036-1419-3531-6378-2148-9313
InDesign CS2MacID_CS2_UE_NonRet.dmg1037-0413-9961-4063-8457-1098
WinID_CS2_UE_NonRet.exe1037-1412-5094-8316-6812-7982
Photoshop CS2MacPhSp_CS2_English.dmg.bin1045-0410-5403-3188-5429-0639
WinPhSp_CS2_English.exe1045-1412-5685-1654-6343-1431
Photoshop Elements 4.0/5.0MacPSE4_Mac_WWE_ESD1.dmg.bin1057-0410-8218-6295-1699-9560
WinPSE_5.0_WIN_ESD1_ENG.exe1057-1414-3729-7573-7352-1206
Adobe Premiere Pro 2.0WinPPRO_2.0_Ret-NH_UE.zip1132-1280-4900-7476-5108-8019

Examples of fees charged by USPS Express Mail and Shipito shipping forwarder in 2013 for sending packages from the United States to Russia

I'm continuing to post detailed fee structure for sending my packages from the United States of America to Russia. The fees of both Shipito and USPS grow every year, so you may find it useful to compare the figures from my previous post for 2010-2011 and 2012. This article will be updated each time I send a new package from the USA to Russia via Shipito throughout 2013. You may also read about my packages sent in 2014.

Shipito fee structure


Shipito fee structure 2013

  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    10.80 lbs (4.9 kg)
    19"x14"x7" (49x36x18 cm)
    USPS Express Mail International
    Mailout fee: $8.50
    Repacking fee: $16.00 (8 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $104.58
    (Carrier) ($100.27)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($4.31)
    Insurance: $30.32 (3% delivery + damage insurance; higher than normal insurance rate because the package contains jewerly, a watch or a cell phone)
    Alternative shipping methods offered by Shipito for delivering this package to Russia:

    • USPS Express Mail (5-6 business days)
      Postage: $104.58
      Insurance: $30.32
      TOTAL: $134.9

    • USPS Priority Mail (6-10 business days)
      Postage: $88.23
      Insurance: $41.95
      TOTAL: $130.18

    • Airmail Economy (15-30 business days)
      Postage: $102.56
      insurance not available
      Tracking is not available
      TOTAL: $115.1

    • Airmail Priority (8-20 business days)
      Postage: $113.14
      Insurance: $60.16
      Tracking is not available
      TOTAL: $173.3

    • Airmail Express (15 business days)
      Postage: $104.58
      Insurance: $60.16
      TOTAL: $164.74

    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $32.53
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $28.81
    TOTAL: $159.4
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)

  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    14.30 lbs (6.49 kg)
    17"x13"x13" (42x34x32 cm)
    Mailout fee: $8.50
    Repacking fee: $18.00 (9 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $130.40
    (Carrier) ($125.02)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($5.38)
    Insurance: $23.97 (3% delivery + damage insurance; higher than normal insurance rate because the package contains jewerly, a watch or a cell phone)
    Alternative shipping methods offered by Shipito for delivering this package to Russia:

    • USPS Express Mail (5-6 business days)
      Postage: $130.4
      Insurance: $23.97
      TOTAL: $154.37

    • USPS Priority Mail (6-10 business days)
      Postage: $113.93
      Insurance: $33.44
      TOTAL: $147.37

    • Airmail Economy (15-30 business days)
      Postage: $135.7
      insurance not available
      Tracking is not available
      TOTAL: $145.54

    • Airmail Priority (8-20 business days)
      Postage: $149.7
      Insurance: $49.35
      Tracking is not available
      TOTAL: $199.05

    • Airmail Express (15 business days)
      Postage: $130.4
      Insurance: $49.35
      TOTAL: $179.75

    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $27.87
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $31.88
    TOTAL: $180.87
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)

  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    24.50 lbs (11.11 kg)
    26"x13"x13" (67x34x34 cm)
    USPS Express Mail International
    Mailout fee: $8.50
    Repacking fee: $20.00 (10 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $180.30
    (Carrier) ($172.87)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($7.43)
    Insurance: $10.04
    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $19.70
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $28.5
    TOTAL: $218.84
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)

  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    54.70 lbs (24.81 kg)
    36"x17"x17" (92x44x44 cm)
    USPS Express Mail International
    Mailout fee: $18.50 ($10 extra surcharge for heavy packages over 30 pounds)
    Repacking fee: $30.00 (15 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $330.03
    (Carrier) ($316.42)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($13.61)
    Insurance: $17.21
    Alternative shipping methods offered by Shipito for delivering this package to Russia:

    • USPS Express Mail (5-6 business days)
      Postage: $330.03 ($316.42 without bank fees)
      Insurance: $17.21
      TOTAL: $347.24

    • Airmail Priority (20-40 business days)
      Postage: $571.7 ($548.13 without bank fees)
      insurance not available
      Tracking is not available
      TOTAL: $608.05

    • Airmail Express (15 business days)
      Postage: $330.03 ($316.42 without bank fees)
      Insurance: $46.35
      TOTAL: $376.38
    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $15.95
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $48.5
    TOTAL: $395.74
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)
  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    18.50 lbs (8.39 kg)
    26"x13"x13" (67x34x34 cm)
    USPS Priority Mail Express
    Mailout fee: $8.50
    Repacking fee: $12.00 (6 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $150.36
    (Carrier) ($144.16)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($6.20)
    Insurance: n/a
    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $20.36
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $20.5
    TOTAL: $170.86
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)
  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    28.50 lbs (12.92 kg)
    36"x17"x11" (92x44x27 cm)
    USPS Priority Mail Express
    Mailout fee: $8.50
    Repacking fee: $12.00 (6 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $200.27
    (Carrier) ($192.01)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($8.26)
    Insurance: $16.54
    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $18.37
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $28.76
    TOTAL: $237.31
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)

  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    37.00 lbs (16.78 kg)
    36"x17"x13" (92x44x34 cm)
    USPS Express Mail International
    Mailout fee: $18.50 ($10 surcharge for shipping packages over 30 lbs)
    Repacking fee: $26.00 (13 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $240.19
    (Carrier) ($230.29)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($9.90)
    Insurance: $0 (no insurance)
    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $16.97
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $54.4
    TOTAL: $284.69
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)
  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    44.70 lbs (20.27 kg)
    59"x14"x10" (149x35x25 cm)
    USPS Express Mail International
    Mailout fee: $18.50 ($10 surcharge for shipping packages over 30 lbs)
    Repacking fee: $30.00 (15 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $278.13
    (Carrier) ($267.22)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($10.91)
    Discount: -$13.43 (USPS Express 5% Discount from Tualatin warehouse for Silver clients) Insurance: $16.14
    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $16.67
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $53.95
    TOTAL: $337.84
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)
  • Package Location: Tualatin, OR
    22.60 lbs (10.25 kg)
    26"x13"x13" (67x34x34 cm)
    USPS Priority Mail Express International (EMS)
    Mailout fee: $8.50
    Repacking fee: $22.00 (11 packages consolidated)
    Postage: $169.12
    (Carrier) ($162.48)
    (Bank fee 4.3%) ($6.64)
    Insurance: none
    Discount: -$8.16
    Alternative shipping methods offered by Shipito for delivering this package to Russia:

    • USPS Express Mail (5-6 business days)
      Postage: $170.32
      Insurance: $16.68 (optional)
      Discount: -$8.52 (Silver status)
      TOTAL: $187

    • USPS Priority Mail (6-10 business days)
      Postage: $151.1
      Insurance: $27.66 (optional)
      TOTAL: $178.76

    • Russian Post Standard (3-6 weeks)
      Postage: $151.49
      Insurance: $35.18 (optional)
      TOTAL: $186.67

    • Airmail Priority (20-40 business days)
      Postage: $238.2
      insurance not available
      Tracking is not available
      TOTAL: $238.2

    • Airmail Express (15 business days)
      Postage: $170.32
      Insurance: $45.18 (optional)
      TOTAL: $215.5

    Total per 1 kg of gross weight: $18.68
    Total Shipito fees (not including USPS shipping, insurance and Shipito monthly fee): $20.82
    TOTAL: $191.46
    Shipito service plan: Old Virtual Mailbox ($100 / year, available for old customers only)


Do you use Shipito or any other shipping forwarder? If you do, are you satisfied with its fees and service? How much did it cost you to send you package?

Monday, January 7, 2013

Year end blowout on Ideeli private shopping club today

Year-end blowout on Ideeli private shopping club (sample sale site, flash sale site, designer sale site, private sale site, fashion sale site) starts today. Head into 2013 with stylish finds at irresistable prices.

Ideeli: Year end blowout

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Free $2 credit to Amazon MP3 Store via Facebook

Amazon MP3 StoreGo to "Free $2 Amazon MP3 credit via Facebook page", answer onto the question and post it onto your Facebook page. Upon completion of the "Share & Claim" action, a promotional credit of $2 to purchase any MP3 in Amazon MP3 Store will be automatically applied to your Amazon account.

Promotional credits must be redeemed by 11:59 PM PST on January 10, 2013. Amazon MP3 music is available to customers located and with billing addresses in the United States. You must have an Amazon account and accept the Amazon MP3 Store Terms of Use and Amazon Cloud Player Terms of Use to redeem your credit. Additional taxes may apply. Limit one promotional credit per customer.

Some classical music albums you can buy in Amazon MP3 Store for $1.99:

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Blowouts at Totsy private shopping club (flash sale site). Discounts up to 90%.

Totsy New Year blowout. Discounts up to 90%. Ends today.

Totsy New Year blowout

Totsy is a private shopping club (flash sale site) offering clothing, shoes, accessories, toys for kids, pregnant women and moms. Totsy accepts US debit and credit cards only, but ships to freight forwarders like Shipito. You may use assisted purchases to pay for your order.