Aventura Mall Launches International Shipping Service

AVENTURA, Fla., Oct. 9, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Aventura Mall, one of the most visited shopping centers in the U.S. and Miami's premier fashion destination, has launched international baggage shipping. The only U.S. mall currently offering this service, Aventura Mall continues its commitment to cater to its large number of international visitors.

Through a partnership with Bags To Go, a leader in baggage storage and delivery since 1999 and trusted partner of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Aventura Mall now provides shoppers with the ability to store their bags and luggage, ship packages domestically and internationally, and schedule same day, local deliveries to their home or hotel.

"We're excited to partner with Aventura Mall to offer visitors the opportunity to shop and dine with ease," said Bags To Go President & CEO Keith Wiater. "Allowing shoppers to store and ship bags directly from the mall provides great convenience and value."

Available at the mall's Visitor Center by MasterCard® Friday, Saturday from noon to 9 pm and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m., baggage storage, delivery and shipping enables visitors to fully enjoy Aventura Mall with comfort and accessibility. Visit AventuraMall.com for specifics, including rates, terms and conditions. 

"Aventura Mall draws millions of shoppers from across the globe each year, therefore expanding our customer service platforms is important," said Anabel Llopis, senior director of sales and marketing. "The addition of these new services will provide an even more enjoyable shopping experience."

Aventura Mall's recently debuted Visitor Center by MasterCard® features a growing list of amenities that shoppers won't find anywhere else. It includes multilingual ambassadors who guide visitors through their shopping experience, providing help with gift with purchase programs, personalized shopping assistance, currency exchange, entertainment bookings, car rentals, transportation reservations, group programs, and more.

To learn more about current offers and amenities, visit AventuraMall.com or call the Visitor Center by MasterCard® at 305-914-8214.  

About Aventura Mall

MIAMI'S PREMIER FASHION DESTINATION

Miami's premier fashion destination, Aventura Mall features a collection of upscale boutiques and more than 300 of the world's most iconic, recognized retailers. Anchored by Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom and Macy's, the shopping venue features a magnificent, two-story flagship Louis Vuitton, as well as Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Burberry, Red Valentino, Emilio Pucci and Breitling.

Aventura Mall is consistently ranked as one of the nation's top five grossing shopping centers and has been named one of America's most visited shopping centers by Travel + Leisure magazine.

Aventura Mall's 28 million+ annual visitors also enjoy nearly a dozen restaurants, an artist-designed interactive playground, a 24-screen AMC Movie Theatre with IMAX, and a taste of South Florida's thriving arts scene with Turnberry for the Arts. The program features contemporary installations by renowned international and South Florida artists across a variety of mediums, including a 10-screen bespoke digital network specifically designed and customized for Aventura Mall's architecture. 

Located at 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, the mall is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday, Noon to 8 p.m. For more information call (305) 935-1110, visit online at www.aventuramall.com.  Aventura Mall is owned and managed by Turnberry Associates. 

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About Bags To Go

Bags To Go have been a leader in baggage storage and delivery since 1999 and trusted partner of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Leveraging its proprietary web-based technology and tracking systems, Bags To Go provides its clientele with an unparalleled level of security, reliability and customer service. Fully insured, Bags To Go is one of the few companies in the United States authorized by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to partner with airports to perform luggage storage and baggage delivery services. Trained airline industry specialists, Bags To Go also provides staffing services to aviation companies, airports and airlines seeking qualified and highly-trained employees.

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