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  1. bcaderunr

    Question How does Cozumel compare to other dive destinations?

    20 years ago my son and I spent a week in Coz. It was our first open water experience. At the end of the week we asked one of the more seasoned divers how Coz compared to the rest of the Caribbean. His answer: "Well, I can't say that Cozumel is the best diving in the Caribbean, but I can't...
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    Bonaire once-in-a-lifetime vacation

    Correct. It was convenient for establishing our account for the trip, getting weights/tanks as needed, and doing our initial checkout dive (which was allowed off the Pier). The Colorado couple used DF for their snorkel gear rental so they could get full foot fines/booties (which Chogogo was...
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    Bonaire once-in-a-lifetime vacation

    We ate and drank at the Beach Bar Restaurant which serves the same menu as another operation closer to the Buildings. Nice outdoor atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner. Folks are spread out -- which is good due to random smokers. Basic brewpub type menu with reasonable prices for drinks and...
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    Bonaire once-in-a-lifetime vacation

    Wife and I just returned from a multi-week "nostalgic" experience. We had friends who stayed at the new Chogogo resort. Having visited there for drinks and dinner and after seeing their rooms, we decided that this would be our "go to" place for any trip 2 weeks or under. Dive Friends at Sand...
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    Oil spill headed towards Bonaire

    All dive sites from the Lighthouse north along the west coast including Klein were completely unaffected and remained open throughout the entire episode. The spilled bunker oil floated on the surface and washed ashore in the area we observed. Nothing left to contain, although the shoreline we...
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    Oil spill headed towards Bonaire

    On March 2, we drove around the reopened East side. Sorobon and Lac Cai both escaped without any visible (to us) effects. However, Baby Beach and south roughly 1/2 way to the Lighthouse had a layer deposited at the full moon high tide mark. We're guessing that this was first point of contact...
  7. bcaderunr

    GBR - reef health

    Was on Spirit of Freedom December, 2022 (13 months ago) with adult son. Went on the 5-day itinerary to Osprey Reef where I believe Mike Ball also goes as well. Way out there in the Coral Sea. Also did a day trip a week later from Mission beach, south of Cairns with a local operator. Osprey Reef...
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    Global Entry App

    Agreed. The only time an AA flight attendant smiles is when they see something funny on their smartphone.
  9. bcaderunr

    Is there a best day to fly into Curacao?

    Need to overnight in Atlanta - going and coming.... Itinerary Albuquerque (ABQ) to Curacao (CUR) — Fri, Jan 19 Albuquerque (ABQ) to Atlanta (ATL) — Fri, Jan 19 Delta 1354 Dep: 1:06 pm Arr: 6:00 pm 2h 54m Airbus A320 Economy (E) Layover in ATL 15h 45m...
  10. bcaderunr

    BONAIRE Expedition Video (4K)

    I'm guessing that the yellow frogfish on the purple tube sponge which appears at 1:25 of the video might be the one we saw at Bari Reef. We found it at 40' depth in early September heading south from the Sand Dollar pier. For all I know it's still there. Happy hunting !!!
  11. bcaderunr

    Should I get insurance?

    I don't believe that Medicaid or Medicare will cover you for anything outside the USA -- so you're probably good as long as you stay local as you've stated.
  12. bcaderunr

    Info SCTLD closures on Bonaire

    Perhaps they've just given up trying to manage an unmanageable situation.
  13. bcaderunr

    Suggestions for diving day trips from Cairns (Great Barrier Reef)

    Last December my son and I did a day trip with these folks -- who are south of Cairns. The boat accommodates divers and snorkelers on the same trip with a nice meal in-between dives/snorks(?) Reefs (all shallow and surrounded by sand) were okay. About as good as anything you'll see on a day...
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    Trip Report Aboard MV Fling 5 Day REEF AAT Trip

    Thanks for that precise answer. With the "dumpster" of information out there in Google-land, I was finding it nearly impossible to nail down a single product that checked all the boxes. The fact that it is available in non-liquid form makes it perfect for international travel. I just ordered a...
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    Trip Report Aboard MV Fling 5 Day REEF AAT Trip

    We arrived for boarding at 1930 on July 30, 2023. The first thing they had everybody do is disinfect their gear in large tubs. A precautionary step not to bring any infectious diseases to the corals out at the Flower Gardens. Do you know what was used for disinfectant? I'm going to Bonaire next...
  16. bcaderunr

    Diving and snorkeling options from a sailboat

    Been on this with my non-diving, but snorkeling better half. If it fits your price range, you can't go wrong. Very accommodating to non-divers. https://allstarliveaboards.com/aqua-cat-liveaboard-diving/
  17. bcaderunr

    Cairns Liveaboard Diving

    I was also on the SOF last November and, as someone who has been on at least 10 other liveaboards, the "Fin" thing was a new experience for me as well. After a few dives I realized the logic behind it since it got us all into the water a LOT faster than if everyone had to put on their own at...
  18. bcaderunr

    For US Divers on Medicare: Do You Purchase Health Insurance for Trips to Coz?

    Specifically for folks on Medicare. Affordable. I've had it for 2 years now, but no claims filed. GlobeHopper Senior Travel Medical Insurance - IMG
  19. bcaderunr

    First Time to Fiji….

    Been to both Volivoli and Taveuni Island's Rainbow Reef. Week at each. I agree with previous posters. By all means go to Taveuni if you can. At Volivoli, the best diving was where the Naii spent a couple of days anchored in the protected waters - which were a good 45 min boat ride from the...
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    Collecting good information on travel and dive insurance

    This is good for medical. The multi-trip is good for 12 months and is relatively inexpensive. GlobeHopper Senior Travel Medical Insurance - IMG
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