Merry Christmas everyone! I just want to say thank you very much for reading RumShopRyan.com and loving the island lifestyle so much. This site wouldn't be anything without all of you. Again, Merry Christmas, stay warm and enjoy a boat drink or two this holiday season. Cheers! RumShopRyan … [Read more...]
One Month Until Castaway Winter Beach Bash At Bolongo Bay
December 20, 2011 By 2 Comments
by RUMSHOPRYAN on December 20, 2011
One month from today, Castaways and myself are going to be sipping rum under the sun at the beautiful Bolongo Bay resort on St. Thomas. The Castaway Winter Beach Bash, taking place January 20-23, is packed with fun activities and entertainment. If you're tempted and want to join the fun there's still time. Click here for beach bash booking details. I have some information for people that have … [Read more...]
Want To Be A Caribbean Blogger? Here’s Your Chance
December 5, 2011 By 2 Comments
by RUMSHOPRYAN on December 5, 2011
Is your passion sun drenched beaches, rum cocktails served pool side and helping others? If so, then you have what it takes to be a great Caribbean blogger. Sounds like a great idea, but building websites and designing graphics is a little scary to say the least. How about taking over a ready made site and letting your love for the island run wild? Here you go. I'm putting … [Read more...]
Four U.S. Virgin Islands Beaches Awarded “Blue Flag” Certification
December 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
by RUMSHOPRYAN on December 3, 2011
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS, December 1, 2011 – The Department of Tourism is proud to report that four of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ beaches have received the prestigious Blue Flag certification by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). Blue Flags were raised today at Lindbergh Bay at the Emerald Beach Resort and Great Bay at The Ritz Carlton on St. Thomas; Trunk Bay on St. John and Pelican … [Read more...]
Providenciales, Turks & Caicos A Beach Lovers Paradise
November 28, 2011 By 2 Comments
by RUMSHOPRYAN on November 28, 2011
Hey Castaways! Here is a guest post from our friend Mark Brown of Island Breeze Travel. Enjoy the day dream tour of the Turks & Caicos Islands. Cheers! Arrival at Providenciales Airport Reminiscent of the best old world Caribbean destinations, step trucks still wheel up to the side of the aircraft to allow travelers to get off the plane. This is just such a nice way to start a Caribbean … [Read more...]
7 Perfect Christmas Gifts For Your Island Loving Rum Bum
November 25, 2011 By 2 Comments
by RUMSHOPRYAN on November 25, 2011
If you listen closely you can almost hear it, the sound of cash registers ringing and warming up to the point of becoming a fire hazard. Yes today is Black Friday. I've decided to barricade myself indoors instead of braving the long lines and busy streets. I can see my road rage rearing its ugly head today, so I will do my shopping online and then take a nice bike ride to the beach. No stress … [Read more...]
Giving Thanks To Those Who Mean The Most
November 24, 2011 By 4 Comments
by RUMSHOPRYAN on November 24, 2011
Thanksgiving is a day when many of us will be sitting down with friends and family around a table full of delicious food. It's a day when we give thanks for the people and things we have in our lives. We all have something to be thankful, whether it's the food on our tables, loved ones who flew in from out of town or to our continued good health. Today is the day to remember these important … [Read more...]
$250 Team Cocktail Shopping Spree
November 21, 2011 By 2 Comments
by RUMSHOPRYAN on November 21, 2011
So what do you want for Christmas? How about some cool gear from one of the hottest clothing companies on the internet, Team Cocktail. Team Cocktail is giving away a $250 shopping spree! Think of how many t-shirts, hats, koozies, boardshorts…you could get for $250. Make sure you enter daily and tell all your friends. To be eligible they encourage you to be a fan of the Team Cocktail Facebook … [Read more...]
Castaway Winter Beach Bash at Bolongo Bay on St. Thomas
November 11, 2011 By 6 Comments
by RUMSHOPRYAN on November 11, 2011
Just saying the word Winter makes me want to head south for a little island time. This January when the skies are grey and the snow is piling up, you're going to be yearning for a little fun in the sun. Ask and you shall receive! Prepare to unpack those flip flops because the good people of the Bolongo Bay Resort on St. Thomas are hosting a Castaway Winter Beach Bash! Our friends at No Shoes … [Read more...]
New Private Label Rum and Whiskey Starts here in Florida
November 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
by RUMSHOPRYAN on November 9, 2011
Richard Gonzmart, a fourth generation family member of Florida’s Oldest Restaurant, The Columbia, has created a private label spirits line honoring first and second generation family members of the 106-year-old Columbia. Don Casimiro Classic Silver Rum:In 1902 Casimiro Hernandez, Sr., the “Don” of the Hernandez-Gonzmart generations left his home in Havana for a new life in Ybor City, … [Read more...]
Parrot Heads to Spread Their Wings in Key West Nov. 3-6
October 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
by RUMSHOPRYAN on October 13, 2011
Subtropical Key West is widely credited with inspiring singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett's smash hit "Margaritaville" and other tunes. Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 3-6, some 3,500 of Buffett's "Parrot Head" fans are to spread their wings on the island during their 20th annual convention. The convention is titled "Don't Stop the Carnival," recalling Buffett"s album and stage play based on the … [Read more...]
