Originally Posted by
MilesDependent
Sorry to dredge up this thread, but I have a related question.
I am heading to the USA (SFO) to do some shopping (that AUD/USD rate is just too tempting). I am looking at placing a few orders online and sending to the hotel to avoid shipping charges. 3 in total. Has anyone else thought about doing this?
I think I will email the hotel in advance of booking to confirm they do not have a problem with me doing this.
By doing all my required annual purchases in one hit (towels, sheets, clothes, shoes, new suit, business shirts, underwear etc....), this trip is actually going to save me serious $$$ :-)
It should work, in theory, and I've done it. The toughest part is that you'll want the address label to read something like:
MilesDependent (Guest staying 12/1/09 to 12/15/09)
C/O SFO Hotel
Street
City, State, ZIP
Not every mail-order place will offer the flexibility in addressing your package that way. Depending on how long you're staying, you may want to place your order timed so it arrives after you've checked in.