Scottsboro, AL (PRWEB) February 9, 2004 -- Unclaimed Baggage Center recently launched its newly revamped website on February 9, 2004. The 34 year old company was one of the early pioneers of e-commerce with its maiden site debuting in 1998. The original site received numerous accolades: MSNBCs Online Shopping Top 10 Best Sites of 1999", Yahoos Picks of the Year 1999", and Oprahs Shopping 2000: Coolest Sites of the World Wide Web" in May, 2000.
The new site still at www.unclaimedbaggage.com, features unusual items that have been found in lost bags. It highlights the in-store museum, home to Hoggle", a Jim Henson creation from the movie Labyrinth, a violin from the 1700s, and other interesting objects. Pop-up stories are sprinkled throughout the site showcasing unusual finds in lost luggage over the years such as a full suit of armor, ancient Egyptian artifacts, and a 5.8 carat diamond ring.
The informative Travel Tips" section provides passenger precautions to avoid lost baggage mishaps. What Is It?" showcases the weird and wonderful and has seasoned experts scratching their heads at Unclaimed Baggage. Viewers are invited to join the fun and enter the guessing contest. Winners receive a souvenir Unclaimed Baggage t-shirt.
Its a treasure hunt," says owner Bryan Owens. Every day is just like Christmas here – we never know what were going to find. Currently in stock, we have a huge 40.95 carat natural emerald, and several mink coats. Believe it or not, weve had a medicine-man stick adorned with a shrunken head. Back in the eighties we got a well-traveled Gucci suitcase that was packed with Egyptian artifacts that dated back to 1500 B.C."
Unclaimed Baggage Center is a one-of-a-kind store snuggled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Founded in 1970 by Doyle and Sue Owens as a part-time business, it soon became a full-time venture. In the ensuing years, the Owens have seen their company prosper as one of the great 'hidden' bargain centers for savvy shoppers.
In 1995, Bryan Owens, son of the founder, acquired Unclaimed Baggage Center and directed the expansion that includes the current contemporary retail store that covers more than a city block. The store has many amenities for the nearly one million shoppers each year, including a Concierge Desk to help guests, a play area for children and newly remodeled café - serving a gourmet menu and Starbucks Coffee.
More than 7,000 items are stocked each day. About 60% of the merchandise is clothing with the balance of the store dedicated to cameras, electronics, sporting goods, jewelry, designer optical, books and of course, luggage. The vast majority of items are from unclaimed baggage which, after at least 90 days of intensive tracking by the airlines, are declared unclaimed. Additionally, lost and unclaimed cargo is for sale in special areas of the store.
Shopping online or in the huge Scottsboro store, at Unclaimed Baggage Center everyone enjoys the treasure hunt.
Contact:
Brenda Cantrell
Unclaimed Baggage Center
256.259.1525
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