Unprecedented number of entries in our Wacky Package competition

Posted on March 14, 2012 by admin

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The winner of our latest competition is announced…

It’s been another busy week on the @dhlservicepoint Twitter stream and you’ve certainly kept us on our toes with your brilliant entries.

This week we asked you what the weirdest package you’ve ever sent or received is, and with 113 entries you didn’t disappoint!

All week you’ve been tweeting us with your mad entries that have made us laugh, cringe, gasp – or all three! And we were particularly surprised to see a high number of entries about guinea pigs, teeth and various food types, including chocolate-covered ants!

Due to the high number of great entries, we decided to share our favourite top 10:

@finleypoppet: Emailed hotel to say we’d left son’s glasses. No problem we have them. Got a hearing aid instead. Must have got lost in translation! – How ironic!

@bev_metallica: A small box of guinea pig poo! No, really! (Sent to a pig on antibiotics who needed the healthy bacteria from it!) – Well you learn something new every day!

@WISHGIRL123: I’ve sent fertile chicken eggs and had live maggots sent to me for my chickens – What did the postie think of that?

@Saspidistra: This life-size cardboard dalek arrived in the post recently! – Thanks for the great photo.

@Saspidistra dalek

@_sal1978_: I once had to send our garden scarecrow by courier to my sister when she was at uni to decorate a room for a party – What was the theme to that party?

@thunderbirdsGO: I received a Nappy Cake congratulating me on my 1st child. I was 13, NOT pregnant & my parents totally freaked out! – We’re not surprised they did!

@trainsniffer: When my puppy lost her baby teeth my mother insisted I post them to her so she could put them in a scrap book – What else went in there?

@mumsiekelzof4: Some edible lollies with dead bugs inside from my sister in law. There was an ant, scorpion and maggot – What did they taste like?

@_Rachel_S: My Nan sent me a book on caring for tropical fish. I don’t own any tropical fish – Your Nan sounds great!

@Sarah_Ly1: I had my old teeth mould sent through to me recently, which I took when I had my brace when I was 13. Ewww – Gross!

And the winner is…

Although there were many fantastic entries, there was one clear winner that shocked us, scared us and made us laugh:

@For_Kate: Last year I received a packet of dried shrimp & a spanner with a note saying: “Thank you sweetheart” * scared face *

Congratulations Katie, you’ve bagged yourself £100 in High Street vouchers.

Thank you to everyone who entered. Keep an eye out for more great competitions coming your way soon.

Follow us on Twitter @dhlservicepoint

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£100 in High Street vouchers up for grabs!

Posted on March 6, 2012 by admin

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So the weather is slowly (ok, maybe that should be ‘very slowly’) starting to warm up, and it’ll soon be time to change out of the baggy jumpers into something a bit more summery.

The shops are ready, stocking up on their spring/summer collections. The question is: are you?

We know that shopping can be an expensive habit but we’d like to give you the chance to get your hands on £100 in High Street vouchers to make it a little bit more manageable – just ‘cos we’re nice like that!

Here at DHL Servicepoint we deliver all sorts of items to people all over the world – from phones to passports, from cameras to clothes.

But what we really want to know is: what’s the weirdest package you’ve ever sent or received?

Wondering how to enter?

We’re a technical bunch so we want to see your entries via Twitter.

Firstly you must be following us on Twitter, at @dhlservicepoint and then tweet us with your wackiest answers! But remember: rude or offensive entries won’t be accepted.

Make sure you use the hashtag #dhlcomp so we definitely see your entry and you’re in with a chance of winning the fab prize.

Terms and conditions:

  1. The Prize: £100 in High Street vouchers.
  2. The draw is open to all @dhlservicepoint Twitter followers and DHL Servicepoint blog users.
  3. All entrants must be over 16 years of age.
  4. Only one entry per person is allowed.
  5. Only one winner will be picked.
  6. The competition is open to UK residents only.
  7. No cash or other alternative is available.
  8. No purchase necessary.
  9. The competition will be closed at noon on Tuesday 13th March. The winner will be notified by email or by Twitter by Wednesday 14th March.
  10. Prizes are non-transferable and no cash alternative will be given.
  11. Rude or offensive entries will not be accepted.
  12. The judges’ decision is final.
  13. DHL employees are not eligible to enter the competition.
  14. Prizes will be dispatched by the 10th working day of the date of the draw.
  15. Details of the winner can be requested by writing to the promoter at: Marketing Department, DHL International (UK) Limited, 178-188 Great South-West Road, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW4 6JS
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Top tips for students set to travel the world

Posted on February 29, 2012 by admin

Here are our five essential tips to make sure you’re well organised before you kick off your travels abroad.

Student Travel

So you’re having a great time studying in the UK, learning new cultures and making new friends. But it’s coming to that time where you’re probably be thinking about what to do next.

Many students opt to go travelling after their studies to expand their horizons and to escape from home and work for as long as possible! You may see yourself as a bit of a free spirit but we urge you to make sure you’re well prepared before you travel.

Where in the world?

Firstly, you need to get a good idea of where you’d like to go. Be practical about the cost of transport, accommodation and living.

There are lots of useful companies that can help you figure out where to visit, such as STA Travel and Travelbag. Websites like Hostelworld and HostelBookers can help you book cheap accommodation.

Something else to look into is an International Student Card, which gives you lots of discounts around the world, including at Hostelworld.

Law and border

Many places require you to have a visa before travel into their country. Visas can be easily obtained at many embassies around London. Getting hold of them can take time, so plan ahead. You can find a full list of embassies in the UK and their location here.

You must also make sure that your passport is up to date. In the UK, a British passport must remain valid for at least six months after your scheduled return to the UK. For more info on passport regulations, click here.

Insure and go

Before you travel, make sure you have travel insurance in place in case of any accidents along the way.

A common pitfall is to buy the insurance that is offered through your travel operator. This could mean you’re paying over the odds.

There is a range of policies available, so it’s worth shopping around for the best deal. Websites such as MoneySupermarket, SquareMouth and Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert are very useful for this.

Safety first

It’s also advisable to get vaccinations sorted before entering many countries. You can get advice about travel vaccinations from your GP, the practice nurse at your doctors’ surgery or at a travel clinic.

Whether you need any vaccines will depend on the country you’ll be travelling to, whether you have any medical conditions and whether you’re taking any medication. Find more info here.

Money makes the world go round

Another thing to think about is how you will get hold of local currency in different countries.

Never change money at the airport, as they tend to give the worst exchange rates. There are many options available to you and you can save £s by using specialist travel spending cards that give you great exchange rates.

Find loads of useful info on cheap travel money at MSE.

All aboard

Now the essentials are covered you can concentrate on the fun bit – planning your journey.

And remember, DHL Servicepoint is available in many locations around the UK. It’s ideal for sending important documents, including visas and passports, at a reasonable price.

Coming Soon! Keep an eye out for our great competition, where there’s £100 of High Street vouchers up for grabs.

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London Fashion Week comp winners announced!

Posted on February 22, 2012 by admin

Winners of our Fashion Frenzy competition announced…

It’s been another great week on the @DHLservicepoint Twitter stream with lots of you entering our fantastic London Fashion Week competition.  Set the task of sending us an image you think defines ‘fashion’, you did a great job of showing your creative side.

We had lots of impressive entries, with many of you letting your inner fashionista shine. We loved @staceymariep’s entry of a DHL Mr Potato Head, created by her 3 year old son, and @emmajones84’s image of her trendy little girl.

Despite the tough competition, we have a clear winner – somebody who showed a creative flair and clearly put a lot of thought into her entry.

So without further ado, the winner is…

* Drum roll, please *

Clare Hargreaves from Wales with this great design. Congrats Clare!

DHL Servicepoint Fashion Competition

Clare will get the top prize of £50 in High Street vouchers for her efforts.

The second place prize, £20 in Cinema vouchers, goes to @kelliec3 for her wacky entry below.

DHL Servicepoint Fashion Competition

And the recipients of our fab three DHL dresses are @KookyKaty, @stacey_ray and @CazzaE.

@KookyKaty’s entry

DHL Servicepoint Fashion Competition

@stacey_ray’s entry

DHL Servicepoint Fashion Competition

@CazzE’s entry

DHL Servicepoint Fashion Competitiony

Stay tuned for more great competitions, prizes and giveways.

Follow us on Twitter at @dhlservicepoint.

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London Fashion Week – fantastic prizes up for grabs

Posted on February 17, 2012 by admin

DHL Fashion Dress Giveaway

Strike a pose! It’s time to fashion.

Whether you’re a fully-paid up member of the fashionista bridgade, or simply a dedicated follower, you’ll want to look your best as London Fashion Week rolls into town.

On Friday 17th February, the biggest names and brightest stars in global fashion will descend on London, for a five-day long celebration of everything that’s hot in the world of apparel. We’re anticipating edge so cutting, health and safety precautions are being drawn up as we speak.

LFW (or #LFW if you’re following proceedings on Twitter) is perhaps the most the prestigious event in the fashion calendar, with top designers from Stella McCartney to Alexandra McQueen unveiling their latest wares in front of a world increasingly self-conscious of its current wardrobe choices.

DHL Express will once again be Official Logistics Partner of LFW, managing everything from materials procurement, sample production, domestic and international transportation to warehousing and distribution.

To celebrate, we’re launching a competition to find our most style-savvy Twitter followers. Fantastic prizes include:

  • Fabulous DHL fashion dresses, inspired by designer Michael Michalsky
  • £50 in High Street vouchers
  • £20 in Cinema vouchers

How to enter?

We really want to see your pictures! Tweet us at @dhlservicepoint with images on this theme: fashion. Our panel of judges will select the best – and most creative!

Just remember to use the hashtag #DHLFashion

And keep your entries clean. Anything unpublishable will automatically be disqualified.

Terms and conditions

  1. Prizes are: DHL Fashion Dress (x3), £50 in high street vouchers, £20 cinema vouchers.
  2. The draw is open to all @DHLServicepoint Twitter followers and DHL Servicepoint Blog users.
  3. All entrants must be over 16 years of age.
  4. Only one entry per person is allowed.
  5. 5 winners will be picked.
  6. The competition is open to UK residents only.
  7. No cash or other alternative is available.
  8. No purchase necessary.
  9. The competition will close at noon on February 22nd. The winner will be notified by email or by Twitter on February 22nd, 2012.
  10. Prizes are non-transferable and no cash alternative will be given.
  11. Rude or offensive entries will not be accepted.
  12. The judges’ decision is final.
  13. DHL employees are not eligible to enter the competition.
  14. Prizes will be despatched by the 10th working day of the date of the draw.
  15. Details of the winner can be requested by writing to the promoter at:

Marketing Department, DHL International (UK) Limited, 178-188 Great South-West Road, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW4 6JS

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Happy Valentine’s Day from DHL

Posted on February 6, 2012 by admin

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So the shops are awash with heart shaped chocolates, cuddly teddy bears and bouquets of fresh red roses. It can mean only one thing: Valentine’s Day is fast approaching.

Whether that makes your heart swoon in anticipation or groan with despair at the commercialization of romantic love (spoilsport!), we want to mark the occasion by showing our Twitter followers and blog readers a little bit of love.

That’s why we’ve got our hands on £150 of high street vouchers to give away in our second annual Valentine’s Day competition.

So here’s the task:

We want you to tweet us to @DHLServicepoint, or post a comment here, telling us about the best present you’ve ever received from a loved one.

It can be anything – chocolates, flowers or a pair of novelty socks – but the more interesting you make it, the more chance you have of winning.

The response judged to be the most interesting, original, or laugh-out-loud hilarious, will win £150 of high street vouchers.

We’ll post our favourite comments along with the winner in another post on Valentine’s Day.

Remember: keep your entries clean. Anything unpublishable will automatically be disqualified.

Terms and conditions

  1. The prize consists of one set of £150 high street vouchers.
  2. The draw is open to all @DHLServicepoint Twitter followers and DHL Servicepoint Blog users.
  3. All entrants must be over 16 years of age.
  4. Only one entry per person is allowed.
  5. One winner will be picked.
  6. The competition is open to UK residents only.
  7. No cash or other alternative is available.
  8. No purchase necessary.
  9. The competition will close at noon on February 14th. The winner will be notified by email or by Twitter on February 14th, 2012.
  10. Prizes are non-transferable and no cash alternative will be given.
  11. Rude or offensive entries will not be accepted.
  12. The judges’ decision is final.
  13. DHL employees are not eligible to enter the competition.
  14. Vouchers will be despatched by the 10th working day of the date of the draw.
  15. Details of the winner can be requested by writing to the promoter at:

Marketing Department, DHL International (UK) Limited, 178-188 Great South-West Road, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW4 6JS

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