Ship five to ten business days ahead, and set the arrive-by date for one business day before you travel. Winter storms can slow carriers in mountain towns, and the extra day keeps a delay from costing you a ski day.

• Business days do not include weekends or carrier holidays.
• Check that your lodging can accept and hold a package before you arrive. Ask the front desk or host which name should be on the label.
• Around the winter holidays, aim for the long end of the window.

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