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Veem, it's amazing how many times we have customers who will tell me exactly the same thing and so are amazed how good things are when they dive here. Always get a second (or third, fourth or even fifth) opinion. Lots of people like to big up their tsunami 'experiences'. Don't forget you can...

Lanshark, not to start on a bad note but I know of no operators that offer integrated BC's as standard rental gear. I'm sure somone will counter me on this who does offer them but it is unusual. On a positive note, most operators in Phuket will offer big boy tanks, S100's are not...

I guess it depends on you definition of 'best'. Take a look at MV Philkade and see if she matches your expectations :D Have a great trip whoever you choose!!

MV Philkade running from Phuket and Lombok offers Nitrox.... www.philkade.com

Hey, as someone who knows all the parties mentioned above I thought I'd dip my toe in the pool and offer my opinion (I have no intention of wading in at full tilt as it really isn't my place). In my opinion AAA and BBB operate a very professional operation and give possibly some of the most...

I will try to refrain from getting on my Hin Daeng/Muang soap box, but see... http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/thailand/187343-dead-coral-hin-daeng-ko-ha-4.html That pretty much details my thoughts on the place from the last 18 months. Ko Lipe is OK. Did 4 days diving there in March 07...

I'm sure you're right, in fact I'm sure what they're actually saying is "shall we go diving, I've got nothing in my diary for next week so it doesn't matter if I die"

There are plenty of operators on Phi Phi and I think shopping around is the best idea, though personally Aquanauts and Viking have had good reports from customers who've come my way. You shouldn't have trouble finding accommodation and there's a great range of choice on the island. I've...

As Steve says, Nok are flying again but only one flight each way per day on Saturday and Sunday only. This is for August and may change at any point, afterall they've changed their minds twice in the space of a week so far this month. Bangkok Air similar to Thai in both price and...

There is the chance of Manta Ray action if you want to day trip out to Racha Noi. About 2 and a half hours cruise south of Phuket, though they are certainly not guaranteed. In general you need to be visiting after new year to really get the best chance. And the viz is generally OK, kind of...

Just a quick reply to Redwoodette here, as cruise director on MV Philkade you've made me a very happy man. Bless you! Yozzer, if you're still looking at a trip check out thePhilkade Burma section of our website. You'll find many reviews and opinions on diving in Burma but our site...

As you say, trying to predict what will happen weatherwise at the end of the monsoon season is virtually impossible, but checking my logs for last year, certainly the beginning of October was really nice. And even if you get rain, it rarely lasts for long periods. I can't speak for the Gulf side...

The meeting is on August 19th, and will have representatives from the forestry commission as there are other things on the agenda too. Hopefully the changes will be put in place very quickly, if indeed they decide to make any changes, as operators will have issue getting numbers if not. We...

I have to agree with most of the above posts, 'house reefs' and 'dive resorts' do not really exist as in some other areas. If you're really not interested in seeing anything of Thailand other than the diving (I would recommend changing that opinion slightly though....even if only for a a day or...

Hey, lots of Similan talk, but at the moment the Similans is officially not open until the 15th November, though with an operators meeting soon that 'may' change to the 1st. Anyone offering trips before this cannot guarantee the booking no matter what they say. Talk is that operators can have...

I did my Divemaster course with Dive the World when I first came to Thailand in 2003 and they were excellent throughout. I now tour lead aboard a luxury liveaboard running trips in Thailand, Burma, and Komodo and we receive regular customers from Dive the World. Everything always runs smoothly...

30 World class wrecks? Now I understand why the number of divers is dropping at Truk!!

Jamie, you know you're not going to leave the office so have a look at this... Whale shark action 23rd July '08 on MV Atitara And if you look to the left on the page you can download some video footage from the news section!! Many thanks to Max Hand for letting us go wild with his footage!!

Jiraf, depends on your level and what you want to see really. For me, the best day trip is the Kincruiser, Shark Point, Ko Doc Mai trip. You get a big wreck, great submerged pinnacles with a good chance of leopard sharks and a wall that is plastered with great macro!!. Not a great day for...

Now I know this thread is strictly Ko Tao or Phuket bashing, but I'll try and avoid that here, simply to say..... 4 whale sharks on the surface between Ko Doc Mai and Shark Point on Wednesday here in Phuket. The sun was shining, the seas were flat. At least 3 boats saw them, disgorged...