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Just wondering about shops that tend to offer later dives. I know some do, assuming they have enough people. I'd be coming from the West Coast of the US and it's about a 2-3 hour difference in timezone. I like to sleep in on vacation and would prefer not to rush for a 7:30-8am departure...

Hi, I'm considering coming down to San Pedro for a dive trip. I'd like to find out information about getting a COVID-19 test for returning to the United States. So here are my questions: (1) Where are COVID-19 tests offered? (2) Approximate price? Cash? Credit Card? (3) What days are the tests...

I just completed my yearly dive trip to La Parguera from December 27-30, 2018. I dove with two buddies. We used West Divers. Bam Bam was our divemaster. I won't go into too many details. You can read my other trip reports for a little more info. We dove two dives each day with the...

Hi, Since the Atomic Aquatics forum is no longer being monitored by the company, I decided to post this here. My Cobalt (original) had problems during my most recent trip to Belize. In the middle of the dive it started saying I needed to do a deco stop. I don't recall being that close to my...

Hello, I recently spent a week in Ambergris Caye (2018-05-27 through 2018-06-03) and dove with Ecologic Divers. I have used this shop for many years and keep going back because of the great team and personal service. I did a total of 10 days (5 days, 2 tanks/day). We lost two days because...

Hi, I spent the week of May 27 in Ambergris Caye and had a wonderful time. I'll post details about the trip in a separate thread. I wanted, however, to post some pictures of the sargassum that I saw during my time there. This does NOT affect diving. First, remember that this represents just...

Just wondering if anyone has been diving in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria. I heard SeaVentures in Fajardo may be diving now. I heard diving in La Parguera has resumed. I was on the island just before Irma came through and thought about returning. It would help to have more current...

I was just reading a thread in this forum on sunscreen and noticed the article in the LA Times. Don't pack sunscreen on your next trip to Hawaii. These hotels will make sure you're covered It's interesting to see hotels that are making safe sunscreen dispensers available on their properties...

Hello! Does anyone know of places in SoCal that accept donations of used scuba gear? You know the routine. You try stuff over the years until you figure out what you like most. So...now I'd like to find a good home for the gear. I'm willing to pay for shipping or drop it off depending on...

Hello, This is a brief report of my yearly trip to La Parguera, Puerto Rico from December 27 through December 30, 2016. I've been diving at La Parguera at this time for the past several years. It is in my opinion an overlooked area for diving that can be very rewarding. We dove with West...

Passing this along. Are killer robots the only solution to lionfish plague? - CNN.com

Hello, I will be in La Parguera, Puerto Rico with a few friends for a dive trip from December 27-30, 2016. We'll be diving with West Divers. I've been doing this trip for 10 or so years and enjoy it immensely. If you'd like to join us or find out more info, just PM me! Thanks!

Passing this article along. It is not meant to be a political commentary in any form. And, no, the name of the fish isn't mentioned. A reel honor: Scientists name new fish after Obama - CNNPolitics.com

Passing this along. Googly-eyed sea creature spotted off California coast delights scientists

I am considering a trip to Ambergris Caye the first week in September. I was planning to dive with Ecologic Divers which is where I have gone for the past several years but they'll need to rebuild post Earl. I know some shops start to close during September to give their teams time with...

Passing along this article I noticed. Proposed sanctuary off New England would protect coral and marine species -- and anger these guys

Hurricane Earl is almost at Belize. Stay safe.

I saw this article and thought I'd pass it on. Amazon River: Massive coral reef discovered - CNN.com

Fiji Taking Direct Hit From Massive Tropical Cyclone - CNN.com

Hi, I thought I'd post this article about Mexico's approval of a dengue vaccine. It looks like the vaccine offers some hope but it is only 60-66% effective. Mexico approves first dengue vaccine - Caribbean Business Thanks!