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    Socorro (Mx) vs. Tubbataha (Ph) vs. Palau Liveaboard

    I think I’ve been sufficiently talked into Socorro, and maybe Malpelo the next year after I get my feet wet in Socorro. Also very tempted to book Triton Bay for next April, so might be a very fishy few years. My wallet cries.
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    Socorro (Mx) vs. Tubbataha (Ph) vs. Palau Liveaboard

    Thinking about either Socorro in early November, or Tubbataha in July or Palau in August for my yearly liveaboard (~10 days). I'm in the US, so getting to Socorro is significantly easier for flights, but I'm not a stranger to long flights. Last trip was Raja Ampat and Banda Sea (which was...
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    Maldives in December // Addu to Male (South) // ...or Cocos | Galapagos?

    Thank you! Palau is definitely top on my list, I've always wanted to go, but their PCR testing scheme seems fairly complicated, and the flights don't work out with having to get in on a Sunday. I'm still letting this swirl around, but Galapagos is a close second after Maldives. Interesting that...
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    Maldives in December // Addu to Male (South) // ...or Cocos | Galapagos?

    Hi All, Almost ready to book a 10 night, 11 day on Princess Rami (any feedback on this liveabord?) from Addu to Male. I was originally booked to go to Raja Ampat, but with Indonesia not opening, thought this was a fun alternative. I've never been to the Maldives, and it looks quite beautiful. I...
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    Where to go after Komodo...Raja Ampat? Philippines? PNG? Solomons? Somewhere else?

    I'm feeling like my best options are: Calico Jack Liveaboard - 12days/11nights MV Chertan 11days/10 nights Takes longer to get to PNG, and definitely more expensive, but not crazy out of budget either.
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    Where to go after Komodo...Raja Ampat? Philippines? PNG? Solomons? Somewhere else?

    Was hearing how amazing the muck / macro diving was with chances to see wonderpus and all sorts of cool creatures. A 12 day live aboard would certainly be easier travel time wise and probably less expensive overall.
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    Where to go after Komodo...Raja Ampat? Philippines? PNG? Solomons? Somewhere else?

    Thank you all so much for your help! I’m leaning towards either a 12day/11night Liveaboard with Ambon -> Banda -> Raja Ampat, or a 9day/8night Raja Ampat, with adding a few days of land based Lembeh. Both sound absolutely amazing. Wakatobi sounds great too, but too rich for my blood. It’s a...
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    Where to go after Komodo...Raja Ampat? Philippines? PNG? Solomons? Somewhere else?

    Had the most amazing dives of my live with the Mermaid II in Komodo about a year ago, and looking to for my next solo adventure. Thinking somewhere between February to April of 2020. Almost everything I look at is pointing me towards Raja Ampat, but wanted to check and see if there was reason...
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    Palau Aggressor II vs. Mermaid II (Komodo) in September - First liveaboard

    Thank you everyone for your help and comments! I bit the bullet, and booked yesterday. My dates became a bit more fluid, so now I'm going in June (10-17), but I'm booked for Mermaid II in Komodo, and couldn't be more excited!!! Wooooo!!!
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    Palau Aggressor II vs. Mermaid II (Komodo) in September - First liveaboard

    Thanks everyone! I think I've been sufficiently swayed for the Komodo trip, and can't wait. As for booking liveaboards, do you typically book through the company that owns the liveaboard, or through a travel agent (and if so, do you have a recommendation)? First time, so want to make sure it's...
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    Palau Aggressor II vs. Mermaid II (Komodo) in September - First liveaboard

    Hi all, I'm ready for my first liveaboard and can't decide between these two ships and itineraries for September. Concerns: Haven't dived in insane currents (saw a few posts on Komodo about this) One connection, no crazy flight times (to maximize vacation days) I really love macro, but also...
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    Is there an April thread yet?

    I'll be there April 9-14, diving with Aldora, and staying at Studio Bahia
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    Wooo, solo diver to Cozumel Mid-April!

    Thank you everyone for the suggestions! All set, and booked at Aldora, Suites Bahia, and flight. Really excited for April, can't wait to get back underwater. Will check out the suggested restaurants, and will use my Nitrox with Aldora.
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    Wooo, solo diver to Cozumel Mid-April!

    Super excited to have just booked my airfare (well, 24 hour hold to be exact, using points nonetheless) to CZM from NYC 4/9-4/14. Waiting on a few logistics (such as making sure work will allow me to take the days off, but not worried about that), but getting ready to book hotel and dives. Over...
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    Ten days in Coral Triangle / Asia, where to dive? On a budget!

    Hi All, I'm looking to travel this year, probably sometime between June and November (I know, vague). I'm on a budget (not strict, there is some elasticity), and am trying to figure out my best bet. I'm also constrained by time, about 10 days total (once again, with some elasticity), with lots...
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    Where to go March - Apo Island / Sogod Bay / Anilao / Puerto Galera / Somewhere else?

    Hi All, This is yet another, where should I dive in the Philippines post. I'm heading in from the USA, and will be landing in Manila on the morning of March 18th. I'm leaving as quickly as I came, evening of March 23. I'm trying to figure out where exactly to go. For me, this is a once in a...
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