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anyone else reconsidering travel to Maldives? US State Department website has Maldives at Level 4 "do not travel" citing terrorism attacks at travel hubs and even remote atolls

Azalea liveaboard looks top notch (don't mind the expense for our 4oth anniversary), anyone traveled with them recently? Also, where they go would it still be enjoyable for just snorkelers?

In October we will be taking a two week trip to the Maldives. The number of atolls and resorts are overwhelming. We are x-divers but strong snorkelers. Like 5 star comfortable and safe places to stay. Would love to be able to see whale sharks, manta rays, other sharks, etc. I know there's...

Hoping to spend our 40th wedding anniversary on Little Cayman. Can someone comment of Southern Cross Resort which a friend has recommended? Also, what are the best snorkeling spots on the island accessible from shore. We're both strong and confident swimmers. Favorite above water activities...

So we're planning for a trip in October 2021. It's our 40th wedding anniversary. Both of us like to hike and are strong and confident snorkelers (former divers) spending more time with faces in the water than on the beach plus prefer to steer clear of high traffic tourist like activities. Would...

So we're heading to St. Martin on the French side and doing the AirBnB thing (short birthday trip (Friday to Tuesday in April). Due to medical reasons one of us can no longer dive but we are strong swimmers/snorkelers. Any beach entry places that might be decent? Any dive operators that do...

Was planning a long weekend to DR for my wife's birthday, but have concerns by recent post by US State Dept. as follows: Exercise increased caution in the Dominican Republic due to crime. Violent crime, such as robbery, murder, and sexual assault, is common. The wide availability of weapons...

Can someone provide a list of the best places to snorkel via shore entry in Bermuda? We'll be staying at 2 different villas in the Flatts, Devinshire and Paget areas but willing to travel. Going 1st 2 weeks in August. Favorite bars/restaurants too maybe!

So we're probably going to Bequia since it seems "easier" to get to than some of the other smaller islands. Anyone know the best snorkling spots? Bets places to stay/eat? Unfortunately not able to dive this trip :depressed:. Going mid-February some time.

Trying something new for February 2015. Keep seeing conflicting opinions on the diving, reef, and fish quality. My wife and I enjoy recreational diving and love to snorkel on the surface intervals. We look for the out-of-the-way places and don't go for the cruise ship/resort crowds. We're...

We were all set to go in 2 weeks and I've been side-lined with a nasty back issue (L3/L4 disk extrusion causing quite a femoral nerve pain affecting my left thigh.) Going for my second epidural steroid this Wednesday, but even with that carrying b/c, weight belt and tanks are probably out of...

Are there any links to buy a shore dive site map for Curacao? Do they even make GPS maps for Curacao? couldn't find one on GPSFileDEpot.

All set with our accomodations for our first trip 1/2 in Westpunt, 1/2 in Willemstad. Definitely getting a car/truck. Any outfits better than the rest? Any negative reviews out there to stay away from?

We'll be going to Curacao for a combo conference/vacation. Bunch of veterinarians will be at the Curacao Marriot. That being said my wife and I aren't really big resort hotel people. Any suggestions for other local hotels or villas nearby? Any areas to avoid in that vaccinity? Dive shops...

Day 1 Stayed at 703 South Ocean Villas in Hastings, ChristChurch, St. Michael. Penthouse was beautiful overlooking the sea with sunsetsoff to the right. Took local van taxi for $1 per person no matter how far onset route to fishing village of Oistin for their weekend fish fry. Had thoughtit was...

Week and a half away from our 10 day trip to Barbados. I've read quite a few threads about dive operators. Do plan a trip up north and will dive with Reefers and Wreckers. We're staying in a condo in Hastings, Christ Church. We prefer non-cattle boat, smaller operators but safe and...

Getting ready to go to Barbados 1st week in March. Will be diving, but both my wife and I love to spend many hours and miles face down exploring snorkeling sites. What are the best spots in Barbados? We'll have a car. Prefer non-tourist areas. Don't mind tricky swimming areas to get to or...

Planning my next trip late winter/spring 2013...any suggestions in/around mexico? Not a fan of huge resort areas but do like comfort on land and appreciated the fiorst time we went to Cozumel and did the pre-certified resort dive sessions. Where to go, stay, who to dive with? Friends love...