The Bahamas, Antigua, Turks & Caicos, Cabo, Margaritaville, Rome and the French Rivera; which of these place doesn't quite fit? You might think the two European spots seem a little off the reservation here but you'd be wrong. Truth is they are all related. They are all spots where the island lifestyle is being represented by passionate Castaways traveling the world. In this addition of … [Read more...]
Have I told you lately how unbelievably awesome RumShop readers are? I'm constantly amazed by all the great photos people send of themselves living "The Life." You bring your Castaway shirts, visors, koozies and hats along with you on Caribbean adventures and snap photos with the gear. For that, I thank you. Here are the most recent photos from Castaway that know how to party and live the … [Read more...]
Can you feel it? Spring is in the air. With a very mild Winter on its way out, people are ready for the warmth of the sun to turn their Winter wonderland into a sultry Summer. Before you know it you'll be breaking out the flip flops, shorts and tank tops. You know what else goes with summer...visors! I've had a ton of requests for Castaway visors. Ask and I'll do my best to make it happen. The … [Read more...]
Dreaming about the Caribbean island lifestyle is one thing, living it is another. Below is a collection of Castaways that know how to live...the life. Thanks again for all the great photos guys! If you’d like to submit a photo with your Castaway gear, feel free to email me or post them on the RumShopRyan Facebook page. If you don’t have any Castaway … [Read more...]
You Castaways are why I do what I do. I spend many late nights sitting in front of this computer screen writing and planning out the next Caribbean post. It's not work though, it honestly is a joy each and every time I sit down. Why? Because the island are in my DNA, rum flows through my veins and I get to reach out to great people like you. RSR is the very definition of a passion project. Then … [Read more...]
Time for another Castaways In The Wild post. It's one thing to read my chaotic ramblings of rum and the islands and dream about playing in palm tree playgrounds, and another to live that life, which is what I want you guys to do. Get out there and lime! Don't picture yourself chillaxing in a hammock on Jost Van Dyke, do it. Don't dream about bouncing around the Out Islands of the Bahamas, do … [Read more...]
This blog is all about sharing the island lifestyle and it has grown far beyond my dreams, but the best part is seeing you guys out there living that lifestyle, with Castaway gear of course! Here are some more of those great shots that you guys have sent in. Love them!!! Keep them coming you pirates! Castaways In The Wild Thanks again for all the great photos guys! If … [Read more...]
I love receiving photos of you Castaways wearing your "THE LIFE" t-shirts, Castaway hats, and keeping your drinks cold in RumShopRyan koozies. It's absolutely awesome to see and if I could by all you guys a boat drink I would! Here are some of the most recent "Castaways in the Wild" photos I've received. Thank you guys! If you would like submit a photo simply go to the RumShopRyan Facebook … [Read more...]
Prepare your Corona, Red Stripe, Carib, Kalik, Banks and any other cold beer for a new home. The new Castaway Koozies have arrived! We started out with black and neon blue, which were very popular, but I did occasionally get emails asking for different colors. Ask and you shall receive. You can now hug your bottle or can with Pretty Pink, Sunset Orange, Key Lime and Rum Runner Red. These … [Read more...]
Every island loving soul needs to show off their passion. The best way to do that is with a Castaway "THE LIFE" t-shirt. At least I think that's the best way, but I may be a little bias. Starting today, for one week I'll be running a BUY 2 GET 1 FREE special on these Castaway shirts. Simply add two shirts to your shopping cart, then during checkout where it says message to seller, let me … [Read more...]
I've said it once, I'll say it again, I get the most joy out of seeing you guys rock your Castaway gear. Whether you're tossing a few cold ones back with a Castaway Koozie, sitting on the beach or by the pool in a Castaway Hat, or wearing a cool Castaway T-shirt, seeing you guys represent your love for the island lifestyle and this little blog sends me over the moon. Here are the most resent … [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
