Answer
Yes—buying breakfast foods, water, fruit, and beach snacks on arrival prevents expensive last-minute Boardwalk runs. Holiday and Air Show weekends thin staples fast. A cooler in the car helps if check-in is hours away.
Sources: Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
