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    12 days around Tulamben and/or somewhere else?

    Best dive sites for macro are Tulamben south to Amed. Last year the hot area was Seraya (east & west).
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    Anybody been to KBR/Lembeh recently?

    Go to Ambon instead. Lots of macro, no garbage dump. Very few divers in big bay.
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    Alor - Alami Alor Dive Resort or Alor divers?

    Both. They're across the channel from each other. Alami is more macro due to location just inside Kalabahi Bay. Can have zero to moderate current depending on tide. 2 morning dives (60-75min), back to resort for lunch, then mid afternoon dive. Rhinopias & many other subjects. Alor D is on...
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    Alor 2021

    I forgot to mention that dives at AD were usually 75-90 min vs the normal 60 min. AA is about 30+ min from AD. Both resorts only take 12-14 divers. Thus the need to book early.
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    Alor 2021

    I just got back from diving 3 weeks with Alor Divers because Alami Alor was fully booked. Different diving at the 2 resorts. AD is mostly reefs, drop-offs & some micro. AA is mostly muck & some reef. It's a great mix to dive with both resorts. Pantar & Pura have some of the most beautiful...
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    Spice Island Divers, Ambon

    Anyone had experience with Spice Island Divers in Ambon. They took over Maluku Divers property.
  7. J

    Bali 2 week itinerary - beginner

    Seraya (between Tulamben & Amed) is well worth a few days also. Seraya & Amed are both short drives from Tulamben.
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    Flight prices within Indonesia

    Suggest booking all flights early, like months ahead, so you know you're on a plane. I book all my Indonesia trips in Jan/Feb for diving in Oct/Nov. I also have a great agent in Bali that tracks everything for me - AquaMarine Diving in Bali. Alor flights from/to Kupang are turbo-props, so not...
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    Alor vs Lembeh/Bangka in August

    Some areas in Alor/Pantar can get pretty cold. Last Nov we had a double thermocline at one dive site in Pantar. A 5mm suit with 3mm vest wasn't enough protection. (I get cold easily.) This year I'm taking a 7mm.
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    Hotel in Kona close to day dive boats

    Will be doing day boat dives with Jack's. Looks like hotels are a taxi ride from the boat landing. Any suggestions on close-by accommodations, or is it a cab to/from dock. Thanks for any ideas.
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    Liveaboard - Crossing Diving Trip

    Did you mean USD 350/night?
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    Bali diving is better than I thought

    If you're diving in a new 5mm high stretch suit it will become a 3mm in about 2 wks of diving every day, so plan accordingly. ScubaPro makes a suit with "old" style neoprene that maintains thickness a lot better. My new 5mm was about 3.5-4 mil after a 100 dives. Also pack a 3+mm hooded vest...
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    Bali diving is better than I thought

    If you're diving in a new 5mm high stretch suit it will become a 3mm in about 2 wks of diving every day, so plan accordingly. ScubaPro makes a suit with "old" style neoprene that maintains thickness a lot better. My new 5mm was about 3.5-4 mil after a 100 dives. Also pack a 3+mm hooded vest...
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    Bali, not diving related. SIM card registration for travelers

    T-Mobil international roaming. Calls 20 cents/min in 140+ countries. Includes internet connection via cell towers (which are everywhere). No need to buy local sim unless you need to make lots of local calls. Works great considering where you are. Not sure what provider you have. Worth...
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    Ambon vs. Wakatobi?

    If you like medium to macro size subjects Ambon is the best choice. Similar marine life to Lembeh without the crowds. I've been diving with Maluku Divers for several years - always great service & photo subjects.
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    Medical specialist in Jakarta area

    I've been diving Indonesia since 2004 & never heard of such a requirement, unless maybe special circumstances require it. Who is requesting the review? Can you see your own doctor before the trip?
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    Ambon hotel?

    Maluku Divers is also good for overnight. Should add a few days diving in the bay if you're into macro. Several LOB's use this as a transfer point.
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    Domestic Australia Airlines

    What's the best domestic airline to use with overweight baggage (dive & u/w camera gear). I usually check about 47 kg (2 bags). How strict on carry-on weight? Photo backpack is about 12 kg. Flying from Brisbane to Adelaide. Recommendations appreciated.
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    Trip planning questions....will this work?

    It depends on which airlines you're flying. Terminal 2 is international (except for Garuda). Garuda flies out of Terminal 3 (int'l & domestic). Lion & other domestic carriers out of Terminal 1 (as of Nov 17). It takes awhile to change terminals with the current terminal configuration, if...
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    Current water temperatures in Alor and Padangbai

    Alor/Pantar channel was cold, low-mid 70's last Oct Alor bay was upper 70's. I'd suggest at least a 5mm suit & full hood. Maybe even a 3-5mm vest. (I get cold easy thou.) Sea temperature Bali in August. Bali sea surface temperature in August. Asia Indonesia.
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