Shopping on Christmas Island might not boast the extensive array of options found in larger commercial places, however its unique retail outlets run by locals and the GST-free shopping experience makes for a distinctive offering. This remote paradise provides a curated selection of goods that add to your island adventures and offers a great range for those looking to take a piece of the island home. Renowned for hosting one of the best fishing shops in Australia at Shorefire, locals and visitors alike can find an impressive range of GST Free fishing gear, aquatic essentials, and diving needs at very reasonable prices from a range of retailers also including Extra Divers CI. Beyond the call of the wild, the island's retail landscape includes GST-free alcohol, unique giftware and homewares at Wild Papaya, souvenirs that capture the essence of the island from the CI Visitor Centre, Red Crab Surf Shop equipped with apparel watches and eyeware, and top-notch freediving, snorkelling and scuba equipment. For everyday needs, a number of grocery stores provide the essentials, with freight bringing a fresh bounty of fruit and vegetables every second Friday. Though the shopping scene on Christmas Island may be limited in scale, it excels in offering a quality range of GST-free goods, making each purchase a valuable addition to the island experience.