Wrap your Christmas gifts and send them on time with InPost

Christmas is a season full of emotions, surprises and, of course, gifts. But everything has a practical side: for those moments to be perfect, it is necessary for parcels to arrive on time and in perfect condition. But with suitable packaging and efficient planning, your Christmas shipments this year will be a success.

In this article, we will share some suggestions on packaging materials, shipping deadlines and how the solutions from InPost – our Lockers and Pack Points – can ensure fast, secure and sustainable shipments.

Materials for wrapping gifts

Suitable packaging protects the contents and ensures that everything arrives at its destination in good condition. Here are some useful materials:

1. Sturdy boxes of the right size

Choose reused boxes or recycled cardboard boxes that match the size of the contents. Boxes that are too large allow items to move around inside and are one of the main causes of damage during transport; boxes that are too small are also prone to disaster.

2. Protective filling material

To cushion the items, use recycled kraft paper, pieces of cardboard or biodegradable air cushions in the empty spaces. These materials prevent internal shifting and absorb impacts.

3. Quality adhesive tape

Reinforce the boxes with kraft paper adhesive strips or compostable tape, which, in addition to being durable, can be recycled together with the packaging.

4. Visible labels

Write the recipient's address legibly and add “fragile” labels if necessary. For greater convenience, you can also make shipments using QR codes.

To ensure on-time deliveries

The festive season is one of the busiest for shipping services. Planning everything in advance will help avoid delays:

• Send in advance: if possible, send your parcels at least a week before the desired date.
• Check the deadlines: review your carrier's cut-off dates for the Christmas and New Year periods.
• Avoid the busiest weeks: in the days around December 24, delivery times may be longer due to the volume of deliveries.

With proper planning, you can make sure that all gifts will arrive in time to be opened under the tree.

Some tips for a smooth shipment:

These very simple points will help avoid setbacks.

1. Check the weight and dimensions

Make sure your parcels comply with the carrier's specifications.

2. Use the tracking app

Use services with tracking codes so that you can monitor the shipment journey in real time.

3. Choose a reliable logistics service

InPost offers fast and sustainable solutions so that all your shipments arrive in impeccable condition and within the expected timeframe.

How InPost Lockers and Pack Points make shipping easier

At InPost, we operate through a hybrid network of pickup points designed to ensure that your shipments are convenient, secure and environmentally friendly.

• Flexibility: with Lockers available 24 hours a day and Pack Points located in local shops with extended opening hours, your family and friends will be able to collect what you send them at the time that is most convenient for them.
• More security: items remain safe until the moment of collection, eliminating not only failed deliveries but also losses.
• Sustainability and attractive pricing: consolidating parcels at pickup points reduces unnecessary travel, which reduces carbon emissions and optimizes shipping costs.

A happy Christmas and hassle-free shipping

Our role in your Christmas is to deliver your shipments efficiently and safely. Our hybrid network of pickup points ensures a shipping experience tailored to your needs and respectful of the environment.

Ready to send your Christmas gifts? Click here and start preparing your shipments today!