Old Newbie

[moliken]

Probably a bit complicated, but here goes anyway. Certified in the 80's and did 125 dives until 1999, but always with difficulties equalizing. I re-entered the scuba world in 2016 after developing a method of swallowing water from a camel back while descending. Then I bought some Doc's Proplugs. I can dive again!!!!! No pain, no residual problems. I have gone to Lembeh and Wakatobi, done over 50 dives and am very happy, FINALLY. What I'm looking for are some suggestions as to where to go next, besides the Caribbean. I have a couple requirements though: At my age of 72, I need assistance with putting on gear and I need easy diving with only little current. I got both things in Lembeh and Wakatobi, but there was nothing large at either place. I don't mind long flights, but I do need these elements taken care of. Ease, calm, and large critters. I love the macro stuff, but would really like some manta, shark, or whale shark time. Thanks

 

[Rob9876]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[scrane]

I just booked a liveaboard trip for Socorro Island which involves a 250 mile sail from Cabo San Lucas. Check it out: Giant Mantas at Socorro Island- Nautilus Liveaboards

Also this excellent trip report from Dan_T:
Socorro 22-30 December, 2018 Trip Report