I am going on a trip to Mexico next year and I'd love to go to Palenque. Friends of mine from Mexico recommend getting a package tour. I generally dislike package tours but I'm not sure how to find the best flight price, accommodation in VillaHermosa, trip to Palenque, and accommodation there. Anyone have any tips for how to get there, how to book, how long to stay, where to stay etc? [more inside]
posted by Admira on Nov 8, 2009 - 9 answers

My perfectly boring package from Sweden has been listed as "Inbound Into Customs" since September 4. How can I find out what the problem is? Can I get it cleared somehow? [more inside]
posted by gemmy on Sep 15, 2009 - 10 answers

Boyfriend is getting a phone upgrade and handing over to me (same company). Do I buy Internet package for his account or mine? [more inside]
posted by bunny hugger on Aug 20, 2009 - 4 answers

My Australian friend sent me a lovely package of Australian goods (Marmite, Vegemite, Aero, Tim Tams, Jaffa, Violet Crumble, Chokito...), and I'd like to reciprocate. But I'm clueless as to what American things are rarities in Australia. Any suggestions of what I can send? FWIW, my friend is in Newcastle, I'm in Los Angeles.
posted by Xere on Jul 11, 2009 - 60 answers

How can I get a package forwarded to me from the US? [more inside]
posted by Nish ton on Jul 6, 2009 - 10 answers

Suggestions on finding good air/hotel packages (particularly to Hawaii?) [more inside]
posted by waylaid on Jun 23, 2009 - 4 answers

A package from Poland is coming my way - now how do I track it? [more inside]
posted by Ms. Next on Apr 29, 2009 - 4 answers

Help me find some other items to send in a care package to Iraq? [more inside]
posted by nj_subgenius on Apr 19, 2009 - 19 answers

I am looking for a commercial software package that allows me to perform REMOTE COMPUTING while on business trips. About every six months, I travel extensively and then there is a lull to my travels. I do not want to pay a monthly fee; yet I want a REMOTE SOFTWARE package that will perform seamlessly. I want, and I am willing to purchase, a good program that will allow me to connect to my home computer to perform various tasks. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
posted by Mckoan1 on Apr 14, 2009 - 25 answers

How long does it take a package to get from Seattle to Seoul via USPS? [more inside]
posted by MostHolyPorcine on Mar 6, 2009 - 2 answers

What are some interesting, US-specific things I can mail to a friend abroad? [more inside]
posted by troika on Mar 5, 2009 - 25 answers

Looking for Events: So the stimulus package is getting out there. Does anyone know of any events (any where in the US) that are advocating for the money for green jobs? I want to get involved and am looking for some organizations to connect with that can help me get into green collar work. Any one have any connections, ideas or heard of anything? Are there any events to get the money to local businesses, communities for green jobs? Looking to get connected! I want to know how the recovery package can reach me at a local level and I can make something happen and get involved!
posted by paris2000 on Mar 5, 2009 - 5 answers

Wondering if anyone's familiar with a packaged seven-minute type frosting that I used to be able to find until a few years ago. It came in a pouch and you whipped it with hot water in an electric mixer. The frosting was the marshmallow type you would put on an angel food cake. Availability in Alberta, Canada would be helpful too.
posted by albertagirl on Feb 18, 2009 - 7 answers

Stimulus package filter. When the money starts filtering down to the state and local authorities that will use the billions to get various projects started, what kind of guarantees are there that new jobs will go to people that need them? [more inside]
posted by 543DoublePlay on Feb 18, 2009 - 13 answers

We're desperate to escape Toronto for a week, but we don't want to go to a big resort. In fact, we're basically looking for somewhere like the island on "Lost," without The Others. [more inside]
posted by Beardman on Feb 1, 2009 - 9 answers

Package shipped from France, really should have been sent by Chronopost, instead was shipped surface mail. How long will it take to arrive in the U.S.? [more inside]
posted by gimonca on Aug 12, 2008 - 3 answers

The USPS lost the contents of a media-rate package. Many books within. What are the odds I'll get any of it back? [more inside]
posted by TheSecretDecoderRing on Jun 15, 2008 - 11 answers

I just found out my 14 year old niece broke both her femur and tibia and will be in a cast from hip to toe for the next 6 weeks! I want to put together a care package - any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by bahama mama on Jun 7, 2008 - 17 answers

Where can I find an unzipping program for Vista that has a shell extension for Explorer? [more inside]
posted by flatluigi on Jun 3, 2008 - 11 answers

Unique gift ideas for surprise birthday/care package for female friend in the UK for under $50 (not including shipping)? [more inside]
posted by swiffa on Apr 10, 2008 - 3 answers

The post office, Google Earth, and all other mapping systems are wrong about my address. Help! [more inside]
posted by Phyltre on Apr 2, 2008 - 14 answers

You bought some cheese - let's say a wedge of brie - that's packaged super-tight with saran wrap and the store item/ weight/ price sticker; and it's now time to eat it. Do you (a) rip off saran wrap/ sticker as best you can and afterwards repackage with fresh saran wrap, (b) rip off saran wrap/ sticker as best you can and afterwards store unpackaged in a cheese tray, or (c) ever-so-carefully peel off the sticker, stealthily unwrap the saran wrap, save it, and then repackage using the same saran wrap and reseal with the store sticker? [more inside]
posted by forallmankind on Mar 22, 2008 - 33 answers

Can I mail myself stuff to a hotel ahead of time? [more inside]
posted by epersonae on Jan 3, 2008 - 18 answers

Are there any Czech speakers out there who can help me track down the recipients of this Christmas present? [more inside]
posted by polyester.lumberjack on Dec 27, 2007 - 7 answers

There seems to be no pattern at all re. whether Amazon ships to me via UPS or USPS. Since USPS is much, much more convenient for me, is there any way to influence this in the future? [more inside]
posted by lorimer on Oct 6, 2007 - 11 answers

I’m trying to track a parcel posted in the US with the USPS to my work address in Nottingham, England. I have a tracking number, but all the information I can get is this: [more inside]
posted by timpollard on Mar 28, 2007 - 11 answers

What software package is good for heavy construction that includes most aspects of the construction process? [more inside]
posted by Fairhavens on Jan 11, 2007 - 4 answers

What do you do when you are tired of the blank facades presented by Expida, Orbitz or Cheap seats? Where do you go to get the low down on travel deals, alpine skiing specifically? The when and where to get the best prices, the how and why when it comes to finding package deals on deep discount?
posted by flummox on Jan 10, 2007 - 10 answers

Fedex gave my package to my random neighbor without asking me. WTF?! Isn't this a violation of privacy, some kind of breach of contract, and a financial risk to me? [more inside]
posted by kookoobirdz on Nov 13, 2006 - 28 answers

What companies can ship a box same day from SF to Texas without having an account with the shipping company? [more inside]
posted by pantufla on Oct 7, 2006 - 12 answers

Styrofoam packing peanuts - why pink? [more inside]
posted by thumpasor on Sep 26, 2006 - 7 answers

I need the send something to Ecuador from the U.S of A. [more inside]
posted by GilloD on Sep 16, 2006 - 7 answers

I'm looking for a JAVA package/class library that would allow me to connect, send and receive data via the telnet and SSH protocol. I would love for the package/library to handle the connecting, handshaking, authentication, etc. I would like the the protocol to be transparent to me, meaning that the way I send data and receive wouldn't change my code if it was SSH or telnet. Any version of the JAVA is fine. I'm trying to develop a different kind of telnet/ssh client and would rather not rewrite code if there is something already out there. I could even get started with just telnet. Thank you for your time and help. Have a great one.
posted by JohnGL on Jul 31, 2006 - 8 answers

My Debian package database is a mess! How can I reset its state? [more inside]
posted by ciaron on Jun 26, 2006 - 6 answers

Help me win a bet against my girlfriend. Relates to deaths while opening those pesky plastic packages. [more inside]
posted by Sonic_Molson on Jun 15, 2006 - 17 answers

It's a lot like the concept of a self addressed stamped envelope, except that it is for a package of unknown weight. Can I do this? [more inside]
posted by |n$eCur3 on Apr 13, 2006 - 14 answers

I have a 5" binder full of papers, it weighs about 10-12 pounds. I need to ship it via USPS (so no FedEx, DHL, UPS). [more inside]
posted by misanthropicsarah on Apr 7, 2006 - 17 answers

What's the cheapest possible way to send a package from the UK to the US? [more inside]
posted by speranza on Feb 16, 2006 - 10 answers

What software packages do phone sex operators use? [more inside]
posted by afroblanca on Oct 8, 2005 - 8 answers