What to Order Before You Arrive in St. Thomas
- Time Saver VI
- Oct 3, 2025
- 2 min read
One of the most common questions we hear is:
"What should we order?"
If you've never used grocery delivery before, it can be difficult to picture what you'll actually need once you're on the island. Most people think about dinner the first night but forget everything they'll use throughout the week.
A little planning now means fewer trips to the grocery store later and more time enjoying your vacation.
Start with Breakfast
Breakfast is often the easiest meal to overlook.
After a long travel day, most guests appreciate having coffee ready the next morning without needing to leave the house.
A few breakfast staples to consider include:
Coffee and creamer
Eggs
Bread or bagels
Butter and jam
Bacon or breakfast sausage
Fresh fruit
Yogurt
Juice
Think Beyond Dinner
Many visitors plan a few dinners but forget about everything in between.
Think about the moments when everyone gathers around the pool, comes back from the beach or wants something quick before heading out for the evening.
Popular choices include:
Sandwich supplies
Chips and salsa
Cheese and crackers
Fresh fruit
Frozen pizzas
Cookies
Ice cream
Don't Forget the Drinks
Whether you're traveling as a couple or with a larger group, beverages disappear faster than expected in the Caribbean heat.
Consider ordering:
Bottled water
Sparkling water
Soft drinks
Juice
Sports drinks
Beer
Wine
Spirits and mixers
Beach Day Essentials
If you're planning to spend your days exploring St. Thomas, a few simple items can make beach days much easier.
Don't forget:
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Bottled water
Snacks
Ice
Sandwich supplies
The Things People Forget
These are some of the most commonly forgotten items:
Coffee filters
Paper towels
Toilet paper
Dish soap
Laundry detergent
Trash bags
Zip-top bags
Aluminum foil
Nobody wants to interrupt their vacation for a quick trip to buy trash bags.
Traveling with Kids?
Families often have a few extra items to think about.
Depending on your children's ages, you may want to include:
Milk
Cereal
Macaroni and cheese
Applesauce
Yogurt
Juice boxes
Diapers
Wipes
Baby snacks
Having familiar foods waiting after a travel day can make everyone's first evening much smoother.
Celebrating Something Special?
Celebrating a birthday, anniversary or family reunion?
If you're looking for a birthday cake, flowers, a favorite brand or another specialty item that isn't listed on our website, let us know.
We'll do our best to source it before you arrive.
Order for the Vacation You Want
You don't need to plan every meal, but thinking a few days ahead can make your stay much more relaxing.
Imagine arriving to a stocked refrigerator, coffee ready for the morning and cold drinks waiting after your first trip to the beach.
That's one less errand, one less decision and more time to enjoy everything St. Thomas has to offer.




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