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    Good operators on AC?

    No luck trying to reach Island Divers (never answer phone, can't leave voice mail, don't answer e-mails) or Chuck & Robbie (don't answer e-mails, don't list phone number).

    Anyone else on AC that I should try? Preferably someone with steel tanks?

    Wife booked us at Corona del Mar Hotel and Apartments from 6-14 February.

    Thanks,
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    Quote Originally Posted by nuderdiver View Post
    No luck trying to reach Island Divers (never answer phone, can't leave voice mail, don't answer e-mails) or Chuck & Robbie (don't answer e-mails, don't list phone number).

    Anyone else on AC that I should try? Preferably someone with steel tanks?

    Wife booked us at Corona del Mar Hotel and Apartments from 6-14 February.

    Thanks,
    nd
    Yes most the websites in Belize and the communication leave a bit to be desired. Certainly not like being in the States. I'd try Rudy at Island Divers at this address if you havn't already tried it. rudyislanddivers@gmail.com
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    That's odd with Island Divers. I've set up my first dive for my trip next week already. All my emails were answered in a very timely fashion. There didn't seem to be any communication issues at all. They answered all the questions that I had.

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    I suspect there was a problem with communications generally, as we've had several of those lately. I'd try the listed references for Island Divers again, as things seem to be back to normal. Or you could phone Rudy directly on his cell phone on 610-2642. Don't forget (as some Americans do) that Belize is a separate country and you have to dial first the international access code (which varies from country to country - not sure what it is for you) and then the country code for Belize, which is 501. Then the number I gave above.
    No longer running Protech technical dive centre, but still teaching ad-hoc.

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    I should have added that Island Divers doesn't have steel tanks. Nor do Chuck & Robbie nor any of the dive centers around town. One center that does is the in-house one at Tranquility Bay, which I might add would be a superb place to dive anyway. Their website is Tranquility Bay Resort, Snorkel From The Beach, PADI Certified Dive Resort | Ambergris Caye Dive Resort
    No longer running Protech technical dive centre, but still teaching ad-hoc.

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    I called on Island Divers this afternoon. Rudy confirmed that they give high priority to dealing with emails within 24 hours, but that there was indeed a country (or at least an island)-wide problem recently. Please try them again.
    No longer running Protech technical dive centre, but still teaching ad-hoc.

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    I called (the number you gave me) - he said to send him email (I did - again).

    Thanks for the followup (:

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    Rudy doesn't come on this board (nor does Robbie) but I'm here every day. If you have any more problems tell me and I'll sort them out for you.
    No longer running Protech technical dive centre, but still teaching ad-hoc.

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    I sent Island Drivers an initial inquiry email that was answered very quickly and replied with follow up questions that was not answered. After reading this thread I resent it hoping to get a response.

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    Still no response from ID or C&R.

    Other recommendations for good operators, small groups, DMs that treat certified dives LIKE certified divers, good trips and fair rates?

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