Hi all, I am planning a 4 week trip for July/August, and have a dream wish list (like Goldilocks). I'm looking for suggestions for places with healthy reefs, plentiful fish or animals, and where shore snorkeling is a good option (and good diving, too). Availability of budget housing, and cost of getting there from NY all factor in. I'm looking at Thailand, I know that only the South East islands will be in-season then. I also have considered Sri Lanka, Fiji, Hawaii, Mozambique... I'm open to suggestions.
More info about my travel party: Two adults, two teens who are game for travel and adventure. One adult and one teen are open water certified from a great stay with Reef CI in Belize. The other adult and teen are avid snorkelers but uncertain about diving as they both have had ear issues. We will definitely spend some time doing land based treks, looking at ruins, etc., so I'm looking for access to interesting land destinations and cultural attractions too. There's a vegetarian in the group, also. 5 years ago we had a great time in Indonesia (Bali & Sumatra) so we're probably staying away from there. Covid makes me lean a bit towards places that have decent healthcare as well as places that have remained more open throughout the pandemic. Any magical suggestions outside of a time machine?
More info about my travel party: Two adults, two teens who are game for travel and adventure. One adult and one teen are open water certified from a great stay with Reef CI in Belize. The other adult and teen are avid snorkelers but uncertain about diving as they both have had ear issues. We will definitely spend some time doing land based treks, looking at ruins, etc., so I'm looking for access to interesting land destinations and cultural attractions too. There's a vegetarian in the group, also. 5 years ago we had a great time in Indonesia (Bali & Sumatra) so we're probably staying away from there. Covid makes me lean a bit towards places that have decent healthcare as well as places that have remained more open throughout the pandemic. Any magical suggestions outside of a time machine?