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Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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01/07/2015 07:26 PM
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Hello again. In the past we have bought our groceries at the market right at round about at Maho,,,and also out at Cupucoy while staying at the Sapphire. The one by Sapphire was really nice. But, we have shopped a few times at Maho as well. We like to unpack our luggage, then head out to stock up the condo,,,first thing. Is there a good grocery store closer to La Vista than the two I mentioned. A store with lots of variety and of course some alcohol. Clamato juice and Vodka is a must for our early morning ceasars by the pool!!! lol.....I would use the grocery service you all talk about, but we have 3 newbies with us,,,and heading to the grocery store is part of the adventure. Love, just love introducing new people to the island, we've done it everytime!!
Randy and Meg Young
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Re: Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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Market Garden is THE closest grocery store, yes, but I prefer the Gourmet Grand Marche to it. They don't have as big a selection, but their prices are the same as the regular Grand Marche's. Or, for a big run, over the hill to the GM by Mark's.. The Peli Deli, I don't really consider a grocery store..
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Re: Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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Sorry Carol,,,,where is the Grand Marche? I am somewhat familiar with finding places in sxm,,,but I need refreshers. (my fault for not coming often enough!) and GM's ?? What or where is that one? If I guess,,,is the grand marche kinda across the street from Simpson Bay Yacht club,,,like on opposite side of road,,,after we would cross over the bridge heading to airport from Billey Folley?? I could be way off,,,but just not sure. Thanks for your help
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Re: Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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Sorry, GM is Grand Marche. The Gourmet GM is after you cross the bridge yes, on the lagoon side of the road, headed toward the airport. The big GM's are in Cole Bay, and by the Mark's at the roundabout going toward Philipsburg. Go up over the mountain and it will be on the right, once you get back down the mountain.
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Re: Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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The absolutely closest store is the Peli Deli, which is within Simpson Bay Resorts (formerly Pelican). It's more of a convenience store, but is well-stocked and the prices aren't unreasonable. The next closest is Market Garden, at the corner of Welfare Road and Billy Folly (at the bottom of the hill where you turn to go to La Vista). The prices are somewhat higher there than at the Grand Marche, but again, not unreasonable for the convenience. For a major shopping trip, we go to the Grand Marche in Cole Bay, and found this trip that it was easier to get there by using the causeway.
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Re: Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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01/08/2015 09:51 AM
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GAKaye,,,,the "causeway" will be a new experience for me. It was not there on our last visit. Just exactly where is it,,and what convenience does it provide for travellers? My understanding of what I have read here and there is that it has helped the traffic conjestion at times? Maybe I can google it to get a better of an idea where it starts and ends. Also having said that,,,when I get clarification, it will be easier for me to understand where the Grand Marche in Cole bay is,,,any trips we have been to sxm,,we have never been in cole bay area,,,,never been where Divi little bay or belair is,,,not exactly sure how to get there.
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Re: Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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01/08/2015 11:46 PM
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I don't know the hours for the Peli Deli, but the Market Garden closes around 9:00 P.M.They have a good selection and very nice fresh fruits and vegetables. Lots of beer, wine and liquor and snacks to get you going.
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Re: Staying at Lavista Beach,,,closest grocery store ?
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Hi there. Be sure to do a trip report,,,we arrive at La Vista Beach, 2 bedroom on January 17th. Have fun. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />
Randy and Meg Young
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