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...]
Do you like rum, I mean really like rum? Would you be able to control yourself if you were in a room with over 60 rum companies all offering taste testings and cocktails? Control might be an illusion. The Miami Rum Renaissance Festival is next month and you'll have a chance to test you're self control. Excitement is building for the biggest rum event in the country, what better place to get 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...]
If you had to put a sound track to your life, what would it be? Being a Castaway, I'm guessing your sound track might be include some Buffett, a little Chesney and a splash of Marley. Those artists are the backbone of the escapism genre, but there's a whole armada of other trop-rockers out there pounding the pavement and growing their pirate following. One group that is fairly new(couple years) , … [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...]
This guest post is by Dave Urquhart of Last Minute Vacations in Canada. The best way to beat the chill of a Canadian winter is to catch a flight to the Caribbean. The convenience, low cost, and beautiful weather of the Caribbean Islands is the recipe for a great escape from the northern snow. When traveling to south for winter vacation, it is important to remember these tips: Preparation: Get … [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...]
Key West is a small island but it's bursting at the seams with things to do, to see, to buy, to marvel at. Many people visit the island via a cruise ship and only get to spend a precious few hours ashore, so you better make them count! Get out your pen and paper and get ready to jot down these 5 things you must do if you're only spending one day in the Conch Republic! 1. Hit the Beach Key … [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
