Postcrossing on vacation: how Travel Mode works?
In short: Travel Mode is a postcrossing feature for trips. It lets you send official postcards from the country where you are currently staying, receive a local ID and make your journey part of your postcrossing statistics. You are probably used to the calm rhythm of postcrossing: request an address, choose a postcard from your personal collection, write it, add a stamp and drop it into the..
A postcard in expired status: what happens after 60 days?
In short: if your Postcrossing postcard has not been registered within 60 days, it receives the expired status. This does not mean the postcard is lost forever. It can still be registered for one year after the address was assigned. Postcrossing starts very simply: the system gives you a new address, you choose a postcard, write a few lines, add the Postcard ID, put on the stamps and send i..
Why do Postcrossing addresses so often come from Germany, the USA or Russia?
Short answer: if you once again get Germany, the USA, Russia or another very active country, it is not a mistake and not "bad luck". These countries have many postcrossers: they send a huge number of postcards, so their addresses often appear in the system. A familiar story: you request a new address hoping for something rare - Iceland, New Zealand, a tiny island, a country that is not yet ..
Postcard travelled 20,000 km: Postcrossing's longest distance records
Picture this: you pick up a postcard, write a few lines, stick on a stamp, and drop it in the mailbox. A perfectly ordinary thing that postcrossers do every single day, all over the world. But every once in a while, that little card sets off on a journey so extraordinary it makes you stop and think about just how vast our planet really is. The longest postcard route in the Postcrossing project ..
What to write on a Postcrossing postcard: 25 ideas
The postcard is in your hand. The address is written, the stamp is on. And then - nothing. What on earth do you write to a complete stranger on the other side of the world? Every Postcrosser knows this feeling. Writing "Greetings from [your city]!" over and over gets old fast - for you and the recipient alike. But a short, genuine, human message? That's a small miracle people reread and s..
The art of the envelope: using stamps to create stunning mail art
In the world of Postcrossing the back of a postcard is just as important as the front. A well-chosen stamp can transform a simple message into a unique piece of art that collectors will treasure for years. If you’re curious about the stamps coming from Russia or looking for inspiration on how to decorate your outgoing mail, this guide is for you. Definitive vs. Commemorative: What’s the Differe..
Global snail mail: shipping from Russia to your doorstep
If you are a postcard collector or an active postcrosser living outside of Russia, you might be wondering: "How does the mail system work when I order from a shop thousands of miles away?" At Postal Shop we have been sending smiles across borders since 2011, and we know exactly how to make the world feel a little smaller. Why Order Postcards from Russia? Russia has one of the most vibrant post..
Postcrossing guide: step-by-step registration and mailing tips
So you’ve decided to join the global community of snail mail lovers—welcome to an amazing adventure! However, when you first open the official website www.postcrossing.com, it’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed. How should you describe yourself? How do you avoid address mistakes? In this article, we’ll walk you through everything from creating your account to dropping your first card in the mailbox...
A hobby in your mailbox: how Postcrossing brings back the magic of waiting
Does this look familiar? You’ve been scrolling through your social media feed for the thirtieth time tonight. The TV is showing endless reruns, video games feel repetitive, and your usual hobbies are hitting a wall of "digital fatigue." It feels like the world has shrunk to the size of a smartphone screen. Now imagine this: you walk to your mailbox and, among the junk mail and utility bills, yo..
Postcrossing is an international hobby that connects people around the world through postcard exchange.
In this section you will find articles about postcrossing: how to start, what to write on postcards and how to make this hobby even more enjoyable.
Postcrossing is suitable for everyone — kids, students, adults and seniors. It is a simple way to find a new hobby, connect with people from other countries and practice foreign languages.
In postcrossing postcards are sent without envelopes. This makes every postcard unique as it travels through different countries and receives stamps and postmarks along the way.
You can also choose postcards and postcard sets on our website — we offer a wide range of designs perfect for postcrossing and collecting.