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We just returned last week from our first dive trip as a family! My husband and I have been counting the days until we could get our kids certified, as we both loved diving before they came along. Parenting has a way of putting things on hold if grandparents and relatives aren't close by. We...

Hi there, my name is Cora, and this year I'm trying to plan a trip to south-east Asia. The idea is to go there, dive and maybe visit a bit the country. Sadly I've got exams when my usual dive friends have holiday ... If you are interested and you have some free time end August, or September just...

Hi there, my name is Cora, and this year I'm trying to plan a trip to south-east Asia. The idea is to go there, dive and maybe visit a bit the country. Sadly I've got exams when my usual dive friends have holiday ... If you are interested and you have some free time end August, or September just...

I have been on this site for a couple of months now. Since being certified last year I have had the opportunity to dive in Turks and Caicos, Australia and Muskoka (Ontario, Canada). Friends and family have been wanting me to write a blog about my diving and photography (mine and dive buddies)...

Hi! So currently looking at diving in Malta, but looking at a few sites computer hire doesn't necessarily seem automatically included in 'full gear hire' (not taking my gear with me due to extensive travel - and coming from Australia). Just wondering if this is common? No way I'm diving without...

Hi Everyone, Thank you for reading my post! I am currently planning a trip to San Pedro, Belize and am searching for the best dive center at which to complete Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver training. I have been looking at Belize Dive Pro Center but would love to hear from people who...

Most folks are familiar with the terms High Season and Low Season when it comes to travel to various places, especially snow skiers. There are simply best times to go to a destination, depending on time of year and personal preferences. The same can also be said for many scuba destinations...

Where would you like to see VBSC go on a group vacation? Location please.

Hi All, My Friend and I are planning on taking some time during May/June (around 6 weeks total) to do our Divemaster course. I am a very experienced diver and have been diving since I was 12, I am also a scientific scuba diver and do research diving in both tropical climates and the Pacific...

Hey there! My name is Michelle, currently living in the Tampa Bay Area, FL. My husband and I just reached Dive Master and are working toward becoming instructors. We're also starting to lead trips with our local shop and are launching our own adventure travel company this year. I keep a blog...

Hello to all you experts! I've paged through a looong list of threads about insurances on the board, but I can't find anything relating to my case, so I'm hoping some of you may be able to share your insights on this. I'm currently insured (pro-insurance) via DAN for my diving, and me and my...