Carrying heavy bags through a crowded airport isn’t the way anyone wants to start a trip. Instead, you can ship your luggage ahead of time using a seamless service like Ship&Play.

Think of it as sending your bags on their own little vacation—so you can travel light knowing your bags will be waiting for you when you arrive.

How to Ship Your Luggage Before Your Trip

Shipping your bags ahead of time with Ship&Play is easier than you think—follow these simple steps:

1. Book Luggage Shipment with Ship&Play

We've partnered with Ship&Play to offer CLEAR Plus Members a special discount for luggage shipping needs. Simply choose the coverage and schedule to find the best fit for your trip.

2. Book Your Shipment Online in Advance

Schedule your shipment online and plan ahead to ensure your luggage will arrive on time. Ship&Play recommends booking at least one business day before your departure to allow for smooth delivery. Booking is easy—just enter your contact details and shipping info, choose the time and place, and you’re done!

3. Schedule Your Luggage Pickup

Ship&Play will pick up your bags directly from your location and the team will take care of your luggage as if it's their own.

4. Pack Items in Your Bags Securely

You’ll receive free shipping labels and instructions. Simply attach one shipping label to the front of your luggage and place one inside it. Use durable luggage or a sturdy shipping box and pack to ensure fragile items are well-protected. You can check the Ship&Play packing guide for prohibited items.

5. Track Your Luggage Shipment in Real-Time

Once your luggage is in with the Ship&Play team, they'll track it for you in real time at every step of its journey. 

6. Pick Up Your Bags at Your Destination

Your luggage will be waiting at your hotel, resort, or designated delivery point—so you can skip baggage claim. Once your bags arrive, you’ll receive a delivery confirmation via email. 

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Why Shipping Your Luggage Makes Travel Easier

Shipping ahead simplifies the entire travel process so you can focus on enjoying the journey:

• Skip the hassle of carrying heavy bags: Dragging a suitcase, or worse, oversized items like golf clubs or skis, through a busy airport is a hassle. Shipping your luggage lets you move through security hands-free.
• Avoid baggage claim delays: After a long flight, the last thing you want to do is wait at baggage claim. With luggage shipping, your bags will be waiting for you at your destination.
• Keep your items safe and secure: Airline baggage handling isn’t always gentle. By shipping your luggage, you can get peace of mind it’s handled with care and avoid potential damage from security inspections.
• Enjoy curb to gate airport services: If you aren't able to ship your luggage ahead, CLEAR Plus Members can book CLEAR Concierge, an airport concierge service, and get dedicated help carrying their bags through the airport. 
• Travel stress-free without the baggage: When you pair luggage shipping with CLEAR’s airport expedited screening, your journey becomes even easier. Speed through security faster and travel hassle-free.

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Join CLEAR Plus today and get effortless, luggage-free travel from start to finish!

Unlock More Benefits with CLEAR Plus Membership

Savvy travelers make the most of travel perks that go beyond shipping luggage ahead of time. CLEAR Plus helps you make your travel journey as stress-free as possible.

CLEAR Plus is an annual Membership that offers a faster security experience at over 59 airports nationwide. Priced at $199 per year, it allows Members to speed up traditional ID checks by verifying with their face, eyes, or fingers. 

This means you can quickly move through security seamlessly. 

A CLEAR Plus Membership includes:

• Airport expedited security: With CLEAR Plus, you can move faster through airport security nationwide in designated CLEAR Plus Lanes at security checkpoints.
• Great for the whole family: Kids under 18 can join you in the CLEAR Plus Lane for free—saving you time when traveling together.
• Share better travel: You can add up to three adults to your CLEAR Plus account for an additional $119 per person per year, allowing friends and family to enjoy the same benefits even when traveling separately.
• Exclusive access to CLEAR Perks: As a Member, you get access to a suite of benefits designed to complement your travel experience. These include expedited passport services, airport concierge service, global medical transport with Medjet, and luggage storage with Bounce. Plus, you can use point.me to maximize your credit card points and save on airfares.

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Having CLEAR Plus is a no-brainer for travelers who want to get through airport security faster.

More Tips for a Stress-Free Travel Experience

With Membership benefits like luggage shipping, you’re not just making travel easier—you’re giving yourself more time to enjoy the journey. 

Whether you’re heading to a business meeting, a weekend getaway, or a big family vacation, these simple upgrades help eliminate stress so you can focus on what matters most—getting to your destination. 

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Ready to travel better? Join CLEAR Plus and tap into your travel perks today!