Buying postage stamps in IAH
Apr 8, 2014, 7:41 pm
#16
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Slightly odd question - I'm transiting via IAH international to international and need to mail a letter. Is it possible to buy stamps airside ie newstands? I've checked the airport website and there doesn't appear to be a post office within any of the terminals. I also have United Club membership if that's relevant.
Many thanks.
Many thanks.
Apr 8, 2014, 8:51 pm
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Apr 9, 2014, 7:16 am
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I've bought stamps at ATMs in NY before.
Can't you buy postage online? Not sure how it works, do you print out some little barcode stamp and tape it on?
I'd be more worried about finding a place to mail it (Club/lounge) that actually goes out…I've never seen a mail slot in an airport (again I've never specifically looked for one).
Can't you buy postage online? Not sure how it works, do you print out some little barcode stamp and tape it on?
I'd be more worried about finding a place to mail it (Club/lounge) that actually goes out…I've never seen a mail slot in an airport (again I've never specifically looked for one).
I did call the Club and they will mail a letter for you, but you need your own stamp.
Apr 9, 2014, 7:38 am
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UC membership might be relevant. As some else suggested, ask UC front desk to mail it for you. If they won't/too much, tell them your situation, give them a dollar or so to mail it for you. They will gladly do that - they have done this for me few times. But be nice to them. Doesn't hurt that I know most of them well...
Apr 11, 2014, 7:06 pm
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Apr 11, 2014, 7:47 pm
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Still waiting for IAH to be brought into the 20th century - postage stamps, mailbox, left-luggage, public transport, and don't mention the B terminal
Apr 11, 2014, 8:18 pm
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I guess that doesn't do you UA guys much good.
Apr 11, 2014, 8:26 pm
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I wonder if Chase convinced UA (or the airport system - I don't know who controls placement) to remove non-Chase ATMs. Off to BKK tomorrow, but I'll be IAH on 24th - I'll remember to bring cash.
Apr 11, 2014, 10:31 pm
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Slightly odd question - I'm transiting via IAH international to international and need to mail a letter. Is it possible to buy stamps airside ie newstands? I've checked the airport website and there doesn't appear to be a post office within any of the terminals. I also have United Club membership if that's relevant.
Many thanks.
Many thanks.
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Humble, TX 77338
There are several mail boxes at IAH. As a general rule, I always carry a supply of both domestic and global forever stamps with me. IMO, one of the best ways to spend time-in-tube is writing letters to friends.
Apr 11, 2014, 10:50 pm
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I believe it's some type of contract with the airport system as all three ATMs over at HOU are also Chase.
Apr 11, 2014, 10:52 pm
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Apr 12, 2014, 3:32 am
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Quote:
Originally Posted by harryhv
Still waiting for IAH to be brought into the 20th century - postage stamps, mailbox, left-luggage, public transport, and don't mention the B terminal
Hey, the B terminal with its lack of power outlets, small and dingy bathrooms, complete lack of seating and the cattle car barn area.... its very 21st century!
Originally Posted by harryhv
Still waiting for IAH to be brought into the 20th century - postage stamps, mailbox, left-luggage, public transport, and don't mention the B terminal
Hey, the B terminal with its lack of power outlets, small and dingy bathrooms, complete lack of seating and the cattle car barn area.... its very 21st century!
Apr 12, 2014, 3:56 am
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Before you business wizards fall off your chairs laughing about stamps....
When a client signs a large cash business agreement with our firm, every rep and every exec writes handwritten thank you cards and mails them.
We have a sat phone for our more remote projects. Technology has its place, but the hand written thank you does too.
When a client signs a large cash business agreement with our firm, every rep and every exec writes handwritten thank you cards and mails them.
We have a sat phone for our more remote projects. Technology has its place, but the hand written thank you does too.