Shopping On Martha’s Vineyard is a Real Treat

Did you know that shopping on Martha’s Vineyard is a real treat? This is due to the fact that there are no malls, which means you won’t find the same old chain stores that you do everywhere else. The bottom line is that the small mom and pop shops on Martha’s Vineyard provide consumers with the option to purchase one-of-a-kind items that are actually made on the island. You will truly enjoy the unique stores located in the center of each town on Martha’s Vineyard. They will truly take you back to a time when the streets of America were filled with independently owned businesses that specialized in the product or products that they sold. 

The citizens of Martha’s Vineyard have strived hard to keep the chain stores off of the island. Local shop owners, artists and artisans are not only part of the island's identity, they are part of Martha’s Vineyard heart and soul. Speaking of artists and artisans, they are truly celebrated in this wonderful place. You will find shops that sell books, clothing, and jewelry. You will also find shops that feature home goods, sporting equipment, and summer gear. The shops of Martha’s Vineyard each have their own character, but together they make a thriving community. 

Speaking of community, the local shops on the island nurture the community at large. For example, it is a well known fact that local shops contribute to community causes at over double the rate of the big box chain stores. For every $100 that you spend at a local shop on Martha’s Vineyard, $68 stays in the community. However, when you shop at a big box chain store, off of the island of course, only $43 stays in the community. That’s something important to keep in mind when you’re visiting Martha’s Vineyard. 

In essence, when you patronize the mom and pop shops on Martha’s Vineyard, you’re making the island a better place for everyone. 

Martha’s Vineyard is a great place to shop.  If you’re planning a trip to this incredible island,  then make sure to visit a few of them. You should also consider renting a vehicle from MV Auto Rental. You’ll have the flexibility to tour the island on your own time schedule. When you rent a vehicle from MV Auto Rental, you don’t need to worry about the bus schedule, or if your Lyft or Uber driver will actually show up or keep you stranded. 

We happily provide our valued customers with complimentary pick-up at all of the Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven and Edgartown Inns and Hotels in order to make your trip to the Island even easier. We have six (6) convenient locations, so whether you take a ferry to Vineyard Haven or Oak Bluffs, our offices are within walking distance to each terminal. We also have an office at 196 Upper Main Street in Edgartown, and offer complimentary pick-up/drop off service at the Martha’s Vineyard Airport. Please make your reservation online, or call us. 

Our hours of operation are 8am - 6pm in Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs. If you require before or after hours pick-ups, please call us to make arrangements.

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