The type of art and things we accessorize our lives with says a lot about us. If you're anything like me, you surround yourself with things that inspire and remind you of places where your most cherished memories were conceived. Castaways, please welcome Island Art & Treasure to the RSR family of advertisers. Here's what Jeff, the owner and founder of Island Art & Treasure, had to say … [Read more...]
"What happens on the rock, stays on the rock." That is a famous Key West saying that I first saw on a sign hanging above the entrance to Fat Tuesdays on...the rock. It fits our newest advertiser almost as good as the swimwear he's selling. Please welcome Conch Republic Bikinis to the RumShopRyan family of advertisers. I love their tagline, "The Hottest Suits from the Coolest Place". Hard to … [Read more...]
I'm guessing that most of us, when we're not working, are chillaxing in a comfortable t-shirt, pair of shorts and our favorite pair of flip flops. If it wasn't for my day job I would probably never wear real shoes. The newest member to the RSR family of advertisers is a company that built its entire business around the art of relaxing and drinking cocktails. Not a bad business model right? … [Read more...]
Imagine yourself waking up in the morning, throwing open the curtains and staring out at the Caribbean Blue. It's a Tuesday and you have to go to work, but you couldn't be happier. You gladly jump into your flip flops, fire up the jeep and head to Coral Bay to heat up the grill. Okay, so you work the kitchen and sling drinks at a Caribbean beach bar, life is pretty good right? It can be better. … [Read more...]
Hi Castaways, please welcome Caron's Beach House to the RumShopRyan family of advertisers, I think you're really going to like what you see. If you're anything like me, you like to surround yourself with coastal life decor items at home. It makes you feel as if you're always on vacation and that ocean views are just a peek out the window. Caron's Beach House is an online store that sells just … [Read more...]
Please welcome Island Breeze Travel to the RumShopRyan family of advertisers. We talk a little bit A LOT about traveling to the Caribbean here on the coconut connection blog. You, like me, are always searching for that sunny day and a plot of sand to call your own. In the words of Zac Brown Band, " I got my toes in the water, ass in the sand, not a worry in the world, a cold drink in my hand, … [Read more...]
I really have a treat for you guys today. I want to introduce you to artist Jan Bennett and her Sun Lyon Studio. Jan has an island soul and a gift for crafting truly special, ocean inspired jewelry. "I crave the freedom of floating in silence, to set free... ..those thoughts that bind me" -Jan Bennett In love with the Caribbean Sea, Jan began her expression thru jewelry by bezeling sea … [Read more...]
Does whitewater rafting the Pacuare river to the Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica to enjoy the beaches of Cahuita & Puerto Viejo sound like a fantastic adventure? If so, then I have good news. Our friends over at the Travel Head Club have put together a Costa Rica river rafting trip that will let you experience the natural beauty of this country in a spectacular way. Announced as the … [Read more...]
Castaways please welcome See A Room Key West to our family of advertisers. Their site will provide information and take you on quick virtual tour of Key West Hotels, Restaurants, and Attractions. They have vacation packages for a romantic honeymoon, fishing, diving, affordable hotels, Dry Tortugas, snorkeling, sunset cruises, and more. Their staff can assist in planning a vacation to all of … [Read more...]
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Who I am and Why I Write - Close your eyes and remove yourself from the everyday. Picture your toes sinking into the sand as the waves kiss your ankles and listen to the coconut palms rustle in the gentle sea breeze. That’s a nice feeling isn’t it? I live a little bit of that life and want to share my tropical dreams with you. My name is Ryan and I hale from the land-locked, can’t get any further from the ocean, state of Kansas. I moved to laid back southwest Florida back in 2001 and have … Read More
