Luggage storage

[Mysticl]

Hi again,

I was wondering about the luggage storage service Ivar provides in Santiago. I am aware that you can buy boxes at the post office to fill and send them to him and I know the address, prices and such for those BUT ... we are planning to check one bag when we fly, to carry our poles and any other items not allowed in the plane cabin and we were planning to abandon it when we arrived in France but now I am rethinking that and I was wondering if he has room for a suitcase instead of a box and if the answer is yes, are there any size restrictions on the case. I imagine boxes are easier to store and I don't know what facilities are available .... plus I suspect space could be limited so I wanted to ask first just to be on the safe side. I ask because we are planning to tour about a bit prior to walking and possibly after as well, so we will have a few more things with us than we want to take on the Camino and keeping the case would be very handy for after ... thx for any insight ... knowing ahead of time will impact my final pack list considerably

 

[Icacos]

If I recall correctly - when I went to pick up my small package from Ivar - I saw many boxes/packages of various sizes, and some very large suitcases. Ivar is very accommodating, and he will email you to let you know when your package arrives.

 

[Angelo]

Yep, I did see suitcases amongst the stack of boxes/luggage at Travesia da Universidade 1. Please contact Ivar for more information.

 

[Al the optimist]

I'm quite sure he can accommodate and any issue will be at the despatch point. If going from SJPdP try Caroline at Burricot Express. Also PM Ivar to get a costing for the size of case you have.

 

[grayland]

Suitcase is no problem for Ivar. I have sent several times.
The suitcase should be locked and well taped or wrapped before mailing so as to prevent problems in transit. I usually buy a roll of plastic wrapping tape and do a job on it before going to the Post Office. Others have reported that some Post Offices (Correos) have a plastic wrapping service...but I have not seen it.
It is best to mail from within Spain to avoid higher rates from France, etc.
PM Ivar if you have concerns or questions.

 

[Mysticl]

Thank you all. That is a bit of a relief. I'll contact Ivar when I have a better idea of how much I have that will need to be stored. Wonderful news

 

[SYates]

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