Mailing a package - best way & least cost

A couple of years ago, my BIL helped out my scout troop and did the Truck Transportation merit badge. One of the requirements was to compare prices of shipping a certain size box via at least 3 ways. He chose USPS, Fed Ex and his own company UPS. For USPS he chose priority mail since it was comparable timewise to the two. He said he was embarrassed-UPS was most expensive. USPS was the cheapest.
That said, I would go with Amazon Prime if you already have it or Walmart. Not sure if Costco still ships for non members for free. Make sure you have the check in date, confirmation number and your name c/o the resort.
 
I agree with purchasing it from a local company or having an online site send it directly to the resort for you.

I have 1 inexpensive luggage piece that goes really flat and usually put it in my suitcase in case we need another for the way home. It's really easy to reverse that logic and you'll have an extra bag in case you need it for the way home and go a little shopping crazy in the moment.
 
There is a $15 charge for the convention resorts to handle a package mailed. I would use Amazon Prime. I have done this on several trips and it was great. I had pop and water, breakfast items and snacks. And liquid hand soap. I hate touching slimy bars of soap
 
Convention resorts started charging a fee a couple of years ago.
Yes, BWV definitely charges a fee. We have been paying it for a few years now when we ship things there. You can also only get your items during business center hours, which is next to none on later evenings and weekends.
 

I remember in 2012, there was already a charge at convention resorts (I had been looking to ship either to AKV, BCV, or BLT). When I learned of the charge, I had it shipped to AKV :)
 















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