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    Buying a Wetsuit in Koh Tao

    lots of options on Tao, scuba pro etc etc buy layers if you can i.e. 3mm suit and rash vest or look out for sharkskin, non neoprene same as 3mm protection and awesome for tropical waters as standalone or under a suit on its own.
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    Divemaster training on Koh Tao

    Great choice Scuba Junction excellent dual certifying Dive centre . Dual cert dive leaders are in demand, there is paid work available for divemasters and Dive control specialists within the region including Thailand. Salarys vary , sometimes its commission only others basic plus...
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    Thailand Trip advice.....

    End of December peak season on both coasts. Weather is normally good everywhere but now days who knows, diving is great and rooms can be busy so try and book in advance. Koh tao is great fun at new years, far from being a human zoo as suggested. Certainly less tight speedos and flourescent...
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    Sharkskin technical rash vests and wetsuits

    Now online. Www.sharkskinasia.com. Complete with online store.
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    Sharkskin technical rash vests and wetsuits

    Now in Thailand ,made in Australia. Full range available time to look cool and stay warm.
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    SDI OW Referral in Karon Beach, Phuket?

    SDI :: Divers :: Facility Courses Search Follow the link there are stores in phuket that can help you.
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    Salaries in Thailand

    LK is right a real performance. However working legally here is achievable and requires the funds and patience to set it up in the first place. Secure company if you’re not offered a WP spot Secure Wp Secure Visa Pay tax Salaries are widely variable in Thailand some offer salaries...
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    What species are the sharks at Chumphon Pinnacle, Koh Tao?

    By controlling your behaviour relaxing, picking the dive times around the crowds and diving just of the site over the sand. Trust me from experience if the sharks are there they will find you , if theres thermocline even better as they love to nip in and out of it. There is some exellent...
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    What species are the sharks at Chumphon Pinnacle, Koh Tao?

    From Bowmouth.. B]do a couple of early morning "shark-attraction" dives with fresh bait and get to meet the animals up close and personal. Such dives are exciting and a lot of fun (I think) and often the only way to get a really CLOSE look at the animals and take decent pictures.[/B] Best way...
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    Dive Supply

    Dive supply no always helpful agree Robin does his best, suunto products brought in Thailand yes for us problems. If DS can fix problem or your fixed computer goes wrong again beware the short warranty 3 mths. After intial help from DS Your left with Suunto if problem cant be resolved...
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    Why not do my DM on Koh Tao?

    Side by side, they are equally as good for the market they are intended for. Ie my mum my nan my friends all liked the dvds they see. Its great to see professional pride but with that comes a fine balance of making a product that will work in the intended tourist market.Take tao...
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    Why not do my DM on Koh Tao?

    I got a DVD with all the trimmings inc reef documentary in Australia just fun diving. Cost 25 dollars (560 bht) , the store owned the camera and paid the video guy/girl to work on a salary. From memory they sold to about 80-90% divers and snorkellers The owner stated it was great advertising...
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    Dive shops on Phuket

    Sea Fa have been around for ages, good on them.Working from a dive center generally gives a better service to the customer.
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    Dive shops on Phuket

    Ok Steven its not an assumption then, my apologies. You and Quero are quite right, without the necessary permits/insurance etc if there is a problem you as a customer are left wide open. Its quite sad that those that dont bother with legalites etc are often cutting corners elsewhere from...
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    Dive shops on Phuket

    Plenty of good operators in phuket take the wife shopping when you first get there, and use the oppurtunity to nip off to the local dive stores. Maybe a day trip to Phi phi including some dives, wife can take in scenery and have a dip in awesome location. As for no shop no workpermit...
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    satelllite phone

    Yup cant afford to go diving after paying that phone bill...
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    satelllite phone

    Maybe the lost boy can buy it, leave it in a cupboard with his other location devices.
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    Why not do my DM on Koh Tao?

    Got to love those Unbiased recommendations ......:eyebrow: However great place and dare I say if Limbos is involved with your training ,hes been around for ever and I have only heard good things about his attention to safety and training. Enjoy Koh Lanta Bubble dragon, just make sure...
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    Why not do my DM on Koh Tao?

    Bubble Dragon ! If your still reading this to answer your question, KT is great place to get DM or dive con training done. Just be careful what time of year you choose, November can generally be a bit dodgy not so good weather and also the number of people about. Consider other areas in...
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    Newly minted PADI DM needs job! What should I do?

    Dont give up you have options. Place ad on Padi job board,show your keen to travel you mentioned Thailand and other areas. Carry on studying , but dont feel pressured into pay more and get more certs behind you. Some places do have Instructor internships work for Instructor rating< cairns is a...
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