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Exchange to Open, Feature Dunkin Donuts, Apple Shop

The new Marine Corps Exchange will be the largest in the service. It opens May 3.

Beginning May 3, Camp Pendleton families will be able to grab Dunkin Donuts, grab dry cleaning and even pick up gadgets at the new Apple shopt —all in the same facility.

The new center will be the largest Marine Corps Exchange in the service will open. 

In addition, the 147,000-square-foot facility will offer a florist, engraving shop and, of course, a Redbox, the base announced today.

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"It's an honor and privilege to serve the Marines, Sailors and families aboard Camp Pendleton," said George Ladd, Marine Corps Community Service Retail Director in a release. "Providing the largest shopping venue in the Marine Corps is an exciting way to show we appreciate all the sacrifices they make and hope they will enjoy the one-stop shopping experience."

In celebration of the Grand Opening, MCCS will be giving away prizes, including a 2012 Chevy Silverado Truck, Honda Motorcycle, Disney World and Las Vegas Trips and a $1,000 MCX Shopping Spree.  This grand opening celebration will begin with a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 3 at 9a.m. and continue through Sunday, May 6.

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The new Marine Corps Exchange is located just inside the Main Gate off I-5 across from Pacific Plaza and Commissary.  For more information, visit www.mccsCP.com/mcx.

Correction: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated there would be an "Apple Store." It is an "Apple Shop" and the story has since been updated.

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