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I disagree, I think it is important to get informed on the technology, take notes about the showcased area (demographics, environment, local economy - gotten better or worse?, locals POV, the sociology methods used to build the plant), then research the topics and even post about it here so...

Ok, so the alternative is still fishing. Got it. Still some chance for shark by-catch - it happens but fishermen don't let it go to waste. That's good. However, in general, isn't the world tuna industry not crashing at the moment? So wouldn't it be better to offer them something more than just...

Or is he talking about LaLaguna Beach Club?

I missed this - why did you decline?

Or maybe those fishermen can be hired as the local tour guides for these dolphin cruises (like in Donsol, Sogod Bay, Coron, Anilao, Verde Island...). They're better at finding them than anyone. They'll do anything to survive, yet has anyone given them an alternative?

You could do a day trip to Anilao...but I'd probably just stick to Duma and Bohol (Alona).

Fair enough, if you'd like to make a general comparison of a development project to an international war, sure. I think a more fair comparison would be to look at Batangas and see how they are developing industrial and commercial sectors as well as continuing to develop their environmental...

Thanks for this, John. A lot of us here on this forum have just been sick of the broad eye-catching statements with no real explanation of the actual issues. Actually taking the time to disseminate the facts goes a long way to help the cause. Much appreciated.

would love for you to elaborate on this to help people change their opinion on the topic.

I blame Pacquiao... ;) That coal plant is a catch 22 as it will provide economic growth to better the lives of these fisherman. Their kids will have alternate career choices so that they have the option to no longer choose a profession that involves directly catching sharks and taking "the...

Went to the economic fish port and was saddened by seeing the sharks there (including an 85kg beauty). After talking to a couple of the locals I was told that it was legal and a couple of them even said there was a permit to be able to catch sharks. Kinda made me realize how other LGUs used...

If you want the top side things, easy to travel between, like bigger fish, and plan 6 days at each location I agree with gravity's reco: * apo island/duma * bohol (topside stuff is great) The travel time between the 2 is decreased since it's only a 1 hour boat ride away from each other. For...

Welcome Bea, where in the PI are you located? Around Manila, most no frills courses will be around 12K. A decent course will be around 15K. Then ~4K for the checkout weekend. A good budget would be 20K all in. If you're organizing it, you could get a group discount.

so true Dennis, that's why I made the switch - the hours are a lot better too. :D Congrats Van! I'm proud of you and your new title: MScMS spc. Biotech. :D All the best on your next adventure, Dr. Van. ;) Come visit me in Canada!

happy birthday, Iris. I'm happy for you. All the best in Singapore. As always, I'm rooting for ya. :)

nice, that sardine school looks awesome.

Ultra just off Shaw and the Marikina sports complex both allow fins as I used to train in both places. Unless they changes the rules in the last 4 years.

We also have a very nice PPD-made dive site map courtesy of Penn: http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/2495627-post65.html There are more dive site maps of different locations in the stickied thread. Then the dive sites themselves, courtesy of Penn again...

hey bebz, good diving with you last week. :) Got your text message - it's all good. I brought the case with me back to Canada. Will get my camera fixed up and have it as a dedicated UW camera. :)

The walk will be about 15-20 mins. You can leave your gear at AquaV. I'd still go with Eagle Point Resort for non-divers. Their newly built section looks awesome from the coast. Keep in mind though that you will be charge resort fees for AquaV (consumable) on top of the diving.