looking for great diving
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looking for great diving
We just got back from St. John for the second time. We were certified in SCUBA and was wondering if there was another island as beautiful and the water so clear to go back in January. So far, i think i want to go back to St. John! Any input?
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for a very laid back scuba holiday check out http://www.smallhopebay.com in the Bahamas.
The diving in Bonaire and the Caymans is excellent. Also check out Belize.
The diving in Bonaire and the Caymans is excellent. Also check out Belize.
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Definitely consider the Caymans. Getting to Grand Cayman is pretty easy but many people don't explore much beyond Georgetown. The East End of Grand Cayman is quite accessible and features some outstanding diving!
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St. Eustatius has great diving, as well, and can easily be combined with diving on Saba.
http://statiatourism.com/diving.html
http://sabatourism.com/diving.html
http://statiatourism.com/diving.html
http://sabatourism.com/diving.html
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you might look at providenciales - provo - in turks and caicos. 7000' wall. crystal clear water. large percentage live corals. lots of dives besides the wall. small island. flat and scrubby. not much going on besides diving and snorkeling. super restaurants. you should def try a new island.
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Ah Saba, I have such fond memories!!! Saba has some of the best diving in the world but as A Traveller said no beaches but quite an experiance being on the Island. I highly recommend it for a totally unique scuba vacation.
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The Cayman Islands is known to have the best diving in the Caribbean.
I am not certified to dive yet,but did recently go to Grand Cayman.My husband and I are big snorkelers.Grand Cayman had the best snorkeling that we have come acrossed yet..with St John coming in second.
Water clarity in Grand Cayman is up to 100 feet. Cayman also has tons of hotels that cater to divers.The people are also very friendly in Grand Cayman.
Good luck!
Christie
I am not certified to dive yet,but did recently go to Grand Cayman.My husband and I are big snorkelers.Grand Cayman had the best snorkeling that we have come acrossed yet..with St John coming in second.
Water clarity in Grand Cayman is up to 100 feet. Cayman also has tons of hotels that cater to divers.The people are also very friendly in Grand Cayman.
Good luck!
Christie
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Teton,
We are going to Bonaire & Aruba next winter. Friends say the scuba in Bonaire is excellent! I don't scuba but am snorkel crazy - can't wait!
But do yourself a favor and scuba at Cayman one of these days. The bad thing is -- Cayman scuba, snorkeling, and beaches spoils you for any other place so you keep going back.
We are going to Bonaire & Aruba next winter. Friends say the scuba in Bonaire is excellent! I don't scuba but am snorkel crazy - can't wait!
But do yourself a favor and scuba at Cayman one of these days. The bad thing is -- Cayman scuba, snorkeling, and beaches spoils you for any other place so you keep going back.
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Owa, Have not booked yet. Also going to a convention in Aruba at the same time so trying to get all that info first.
Where are you staying?
Friends recommend the Sand Dollar Condos but I can't remember why they like them.
I want somewhere I can snorkel off the beach where I am staying. I need to get-to-it and check things out.
Please do a trip report. Thanks.
Where are you staying?
Friends recommend the Sand Dollar Condos but I can't remember why they like them.
I want somewhere I can snorkel off the beach where I am staying. I need to get-to-it and check things out.
Please do a trip report. Thanks.
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Out of this world, but down to earth
Our three days on Saba were delightful. It is unlike any other island that we have ever visited. (And we’ve been to just about all.) Everything about it was exhilarating…the roads, the sense of community, and the amazing vistas. And a couple of meals (and wine!) at the Gatehouse made it feel even more special after a day of touring and snooping. Lyliane and Michel Job are as special as the island. Five-Star kudos to you both! Friendly, warm, welcoming, and accommodating. This is a definite stop on a return visit to St. Martin…or better yet, a week’s stay at the Gatehouse Hotel/Villa.
Our three days on Saba were delightful. It is unlike any other island that we have ever visited. (And we’ve been to just about all.) Everything about it was exhilarating…the roads, the sense of community, and the amazing vistas. And a couple of meals (and wine!) at the Gatehouse made it feel even more special after a day of touring and snooping. Lyliane and Michel Job are as special as the island. Five-Star kudos to you both! Friendly, warm, welcoming, and accommodating. This is a definite stop on a return visit to St. Martin…or better yet, a week’s stay at the Gatehouse Hotel/Villa.
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We have been to Cozumel (Iberostar) several times, and love the diving there. We are big dive chickens with intermediate experience, and had no trouble there. Very casual, but serious dive shops. Easiest diving we've done.