gbenjo Posted November 17, 2017 #1 Share Posted November 17, 2017 For all those cruisers wishing to leave their luggage for the day after (or before) a cruise, Smarte Carte today opened a new baggage storage facility directly across the road from the OPT at 43 West Circular Quay They have, I believe, closed the one they had in Loftus St and the new one is in the perfect position being right next to the terminal and judging by the number of people lining up on their opening day today,it looks like it will be very popular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banzaii Posted November 17, 2017 #2 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Take every opportunity to make a few bucks. Do you know the rates? Sent from my SM-G930F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cheznandy Posted November 17, 2017 #3 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Take every opportunity to make a few bucks. Do you know the rates? Sent from my SM-G930F using Forums mobile app More info here https://www.baggagestorage.com.au/ expensive if you have a lot of luggage and want to leave it for a couple of hours, but a service that is needed i guess. Thanks for posting Gbenjo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cheznandy Posted November 17, 2017 #4 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Just to add, I did a quick quote to store 2 cases and a carry on for 1-4 hours, quote was $31. We could only get a 3.45pm flight home for our next cruise, so thought this might be an option to spend a few hours around the harbour........might just spend it in the Qantas Lounge;p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbenjo Posted November 17, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Just to add, I did a quick quote to store 2 cases and a carry on for 1-4 hours, quote was $31.We could only get a 3.45pm flight home for our next cruise, so thought this might be an option to spend a few hours around the harbour........might just spend it in the Qantas Lounge;p There is still the other baggage storage facility around the corner at the tourist info centre in Argyle St. Don't know about the rates either of them charge but I guess with the competition between them it may force prices down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cheznandy Posted November 17, 2017 #6 Share Posted November 17, 2017 There is still the other baggage storage facility around the corner at the tourist info centre in Argyle St. Don't know about the rates either of them charge but I guess with the competition between them it may force prices down. Funny that......they are having an online special http://www.australianvisitorcentres.com.au/nsw/luggage-bookings Works out the be about the same price but as you say the competion might be good!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted November 18, 2017 #7 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Handy to have a couple of closer locations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted November 18, 2017 #8 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Not exactly cheap but still worth it if you have no other options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madnsneaky Posted November 18, 2017 #9 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I just used their calculator and to hold 1 large case and 2 carry ons for the whole day is $42. That’s good for me, last time I paid $64 for a few hours at the train station. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted November 18, 2017 #10 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Not exactly cheap but still worth it if you have no other options. Well worth it if you it allows you a full day sightseeing. I bet they have to store a lot of bags just to pay the rent ...:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted November 18, 2017 #11 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Well worth it if you it allows you a full day sightseeing.I bet they have to store a lot of bags just to pay the rent ...:eek: I was thinking that also, there are plenty of opportunities for people to set up a business catering for passengers in transit for the whole day. Another would be a tour where people can also bring their luggage (back of the van) etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbenjo Posted November 19, 2017 Author #12 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Well worth it if you it allows you a full day sightseeing.I bet they have to store a lot of bags just to pay the rent ...:eek: Judging by the line from Explorer guests outside their building yesterday they should not have to much trouble doing that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted November 19, 2017 #13 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Judging by the line from Explorer guests outside their building yesterday they should not have to much trouble doing that. Good on them .. ..Make hay while the sun shines, Lets hope the line is just as long in the winter season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted November 19, 2017 #14 Share Posted November 19, 2017 I was thinking that also, there are plenty of opportunities for people to set up a business catering for passengers in transit for the whole day. Another would be a tour where people can also bring their luggage (back of the van) etc. Another would be a porter around to Circular quay. And anyone who can set up anything near White Bay could make a fortune while ever they keep using it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted November 19, 2017 #15 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Judging by the line from Explorer guests outside their building yesterday they should not have to much trouble doing that. Nice, and handy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted November 19, 2017 #16 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Another would be a porter around to Circular quay. And anyone who can set up anything near White Bay could make a fortune while ever they keep using it. Nothing really close and handy at white bay, Barangaroo may be a different story though, just the ferry ride away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Kruzer Posted November 19, 2017 #17 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Another would be a porter around to Circular quay.. It works overseas . Porters are very popular , but it would not work here as it relies on tipping.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beanb41 Posted November 20, 2017 #18 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Smart Carte operate a number of outlets in Sydney and around the world. Their website is below https://www.baggagestorage.com.au/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted November 20, 2017 #19 Share Posted November 20, 2017 It works overseas . Porters are very popular , but it would not work here as it relies on tipping.:rolleyes: Agreed, an I don't want to start going down that road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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