Shipping Information

Flat Rate Shipping Effective 11/2008

Weight Ground
up to 5 days
2-3 Day 2 Day Next Day
to most locations
Alaska &
Hawaii
Ground to Canada
.01-2 lbs 11.99 14.99 34.99 39.99 + 20 39.99
2.01-4 lbs 12.99 27.99 42.99 47.99 + 20 39.99
4.01-6 lbs 13.99 37.99 49.99 54.99 + 20 39.99
6.01-8 lbs 14.99 39.99 54.99 59.99 + 20 39.99
8.01-10 lbs 15.99 44.99 59.99 64.99 + 20 39.99
10.01-12 lbs 17.99 48.99 69.99 74.99 + 20 39.99
12.01-14 lbs 19.99 52.99 74.99 79.99 + 20 39.99
14.01-16 lbs 22.99 54.99 78.99 83.99 + 20 39.99
16.01-20 lbs 26.99 57.99 86.99 91.99 + 20 39.99
20.01-25 lbs 31.99 61.99 99.99 104.99 + 20 39.99
25.01-30 lbs 35.99 63.99 114.99 119.99 + 20 39.99
30.01-40 lbs 42.99 74.99 149.99 154.99 + 20 39.99
40.01-50 lbs 48.99 87.99 183.99 187.99 + 20 39.99

Please note that Ship Day, Weekends and all holidays are not transit days.

We ship to all 50 states and Canada. All gift baskets can be shipped to any of the 50 states or Canada by selecting the appropriate shipping option. 75% of the US delivers in 3 business days or less via Ground as we are centrally located.

Same Day Shipping:
Orders received before 10:30AM Mountain Time (for Expedited shipping) and 12PM Noon Mountain Time (for Ground shipping) weekdays are generally shipped the same business day unless otherwise specified. This is our standard procedure and not a guarantee. Orders received after that time and on weekends or holidays are shipped the next business day. Although we place a high priority on getting your order shipped as soon as possible, please note we make no guarantees as large orders, seasonal peaks, severe weather conditions or other circumstances may sometimes delay shipping.

Shipping Methods:
Providing the most economical shipping cost to you is very important and therefore we ship using several carriers. Various shipping methods will be used to ensure your gift arrives within the timeframe you select. Please supply both the physical address and P.O. Box information with all orders.

Carrier Info & Delivery Times:

  • Ground - Delivers in 5 business days. View Transit Time Map
  • 2 - 3 Day - Delivers within 3 business days.
  • 2 Day - Delivers in 2 days.
  • Next Day - Delivers next business day with limited exceptions.
  • UPS Standard to Canada - Selecting this option will deliver your gift within Canada to include all import and duty taxes along with any brokerage fees. No additional fees will be incurred by the recipient. Delivery service is ground and time varies depending on the delivering location. Please allow 7 - 10 business days for delivery. Tracking will be provided so that you may follow your gift’s progress thru UPS’s transport and delivering system.

Additional Fees:

  • UPS Redirect Fee - If a wrong/insufficient address was provided at time of order or if your package needs to be redirected for any reason, a redirect fee will be charged to you. You may assist UPS directly by contacting them at 1-800-742-5877.
    The Redirect Fees are as follows:
    • Ground Redirect $10
    • Air Redirect $15
    • Intercept Fee $15
  • Return Package Fee - A Redirect Fee of $10 plus original shipping cost for return. Per UPS policy, all returned parcels will be returned and billed using the same service as originally shipped. Therefore Next Day Air parcels will be returned Next Day Air.
  • If package is redirected multiple times, a redirect fee each time will be assessed.
  • USPS Redirect Fees - If your package was shipped using USPS and a wrong/insufficient address was provided at the time of order and your package can not be delivered for any reason, the package will be returned to us as “undeliverable”. Should this happen no refunds will be issued.

Disclaimer:
With the volume that any shipping carrier delivers on any given day throughout the world, there are some packages that simply do reach their destination within the timeframe expected. It is very unfortunate when this happens however, we cannot provide a financial guarantee on another company’s performance. We trust you will understand.

Package Tracking:
You will be supplied your tracking number or delivery confirmation number so you have constant access to your package information.
UPS Tracking
FedEx Tracking
USPS Track & Confirm
DHL Express Tracking

Bulk Shipping:
Bulk shipping is determined by the number of boxes required to safely ship your gifts. One box is allowed for regular shipping so if your order requires multiple shipping boxes, you will be billed accordingly.

Cookie Bouquet:
For details regarding our Cookie Bouquets please see our Cookie Bouquet FAQ's.

Fruit Gift Basket Shipping:
Fruit gifts cannot be in transit longer than 3 days or over weekends due to their perishable and fragile nature. Therefore, please check the transit time map to make sure your destination will deliver within three (3) days via ground or upgrade the shipping to 3 day or faster. Orders placed that will not deliver via the shipping method selected prior to the weekend will be held and shipped the following Monday. Fruit gifts can not be shipped to Canada or military address (APO/FPO). Below is a simple guideline to follow.

Available shipping methods per when order is placed for shipping/delivery that week:

  • Monday: Ground (if destination is within 3 days), 3 Day, 2 Day, Next Day available.
  • Tuesday: Ground (if destination is within 3 days), 3 Day, 2 Day, Next Day available.
  • Wednesday: 2 Day, Next Day available.
  • Thursday: Next Day available
  • Friday: All orders will be held for shipping on Monday

 


Gift Baskets & Gifts

These gifts are referred to as shipped gifts

We have a variety of shipping methods ranging from Standard Ground Delivery to Standard Overnight Delivery. Our gifts are shipped via FedEx and UPS.

Shipping amount is based on flat rate shipping. Most product will follow the shipping table below.

We offer same day shipping Mon-Fri, cutoff is 10:30 AM in your recipient's time zone. Please add an item to your cart for up to date shipping information. Orders received after that time and on weekends or holidays are shipped the next business day. Although we place a high priority on getting your order shipped as soon as possible, please note we make no guarantees as large orders, seasonal peaks, severe weather conditions or other circumstances may sometimes delay shipping.


Note that most of our products cannot be "bundled" for shipping.

Please be sure to upgrade your shipping methods if you have any delivery time constraints.

Please be sure to read all shipping information carefully, you will find that various product types have different shipping concerns.

If your gift happens to be returned to us we will happily issue an in store credit for the purchase price of the gift. You can choose to take advantage of this immediately, or save it for your future gifting needs!

If you would like to return a gift received please contact our customer service department within 14 days of delivery to discuss your options.

We at GiftBasketsForever.com are pleased to offer a wide selection of personalized gifts for you. If you purchase one of these items please remember this gift has been specially crafted just for you and your recipients. We are unable to accept returns on these items and will contact you immediately regarding reshipment if it happens to come back to us. 

If you need assistance, please contact our
customer service department.

To view the shipping cost of an item, add it to your cart with your recipient's zip code.


Flowers and Balloons

These gifts are referred to as hand delivered gifts.

In some locations we may need 24 hours for delivery of exotic arrangements or fruit baskets.

Floral arrangements and balloon bouquets are hand delivered to your gift recipient's home or office.

They can be delivered the same day you place your order, if you order by 2:00 PM in your recipient's time zone, Monday through Friday. If you are ordering for a same day Saturday delivery your order should be placed before 1:00 PM in the recipient's time zone.

Sunday delivery is available in most areas if the order is placed before 10:00 AM in the recipient's time zone. If we are unable to process your order for Sunday delivery we will contact you by phone and e-mail to arrange for an alternate delivery date. Same day delivery is guaranteed Monday through Friday if the order is placed before our cutoff time of 10:30 AM in the recipient's time zone, and Saturdays if placed before 12:00 PM in the recipient's time zone.

Delivery to very rural areas may not be possible at any time.

The physical street address of the recipient's home or workplace is required; a post office box number is not acceptable.

For delivery to hospitals, please include recipient's room number, and ensure before ordering that recipient is not scheduled for discharge within the window of delivery. For patients in critical care, floral arrangements, fruit baskets or balloons may not be permissible. Telephone the hospital before ordering to inquire about their policies.

When ordering funeral flowers, please include the name of the deceased as well as the funeral home to prevent any confusion in delivery.

The recipient's telephone number is required for possible address verification and to ensure that someone is present to accept delivery.

If no one is there to receive delivery, our courier will make any decisions concerning the safety of the location to leave the arrangement, or will attempt delivery at a later time.

In the case of holidays, such as Valentine's Day and Mother's Day, order early to ensure delivery on or before the holiday (above restrictions apply).

We cannot deliver to airports.

Currently we are unable to provide online tracking for hand delivered gifts. To verify delivery of a hand delivered gift, please
contact customer service.

The service charge per item for balloon bouquets and floral arrangements is $9.95.

Fruit Baskets

These gifts are referred to as hand delivered gifts.

Most Fruit Baskets are available for same day Monday through Saturday if ordered before 1:00 PM in the recipient's time zone.

In some locations we may need 24 hours for delivery of fruit baskets.

All items above apply to the delivery of fruit baskets.

gift, please
contact customer service.

The service charge per item for fruit baskets is $10.95 without alcohol, $11.95 with alcohol.

International Gifts

For international delivery of gift baskets visit our International Gifts page.

These gifts can be delivered throughout Europe, including (Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxemburg, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, and United Kingdom)

Delivery times will vary, please visit our
international gifts page and select an item to see available delivery dates.
Home  ·  Products  ·  About Us  ·  Contact Us  ·  Shipping  ·  Privacy Policy  ·  Links  ·  Home  ·  Products
Copyright © Gift Baskets 4 Ever (Houston, TX)
ppdunn@sbcglobal.net