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My sister and her husband are getting their BOW done in Playa. They then want to do a couple of dives with my husband and I (we are AOW, and have a few dives under our belts). We are all staying in Playacar. My husband and I will have already done some diving off Cozumel. So, for a pair of new...

I have been doing my research, but find I still have some questions that aren't addressed. Most discussions of dive computers (DCs) devolve into a discussion of the algorithms. I am not interested in that discussion (I read them, and I am satisfied with my interpretations). So please - NO...

Is it worth getting my own shorty? I do dive as well, but I use a 3mm full suit for that. My understanding is that for the whale shark snorkel, you either need a wetsuit (shorty) or use a life vest. I prefer not to use a life vest (I find them bulky), but I am wondering at renting a shorty. I...

Because I (unfortunately) cannot stay under water all the time, I need something for snorkeling. I have a couple of rashguard shirts, but need something on my bottom (an unfortunate sunburn made this VERY clear). So, any suggestions for the lycra bottoms? Full leg? capri? stirrup/ankle straps...

Because I (unfortunately) cannot stay under water all the time, I need something for snorkeling. I have a couple of rashguard shirts, but need something on my bottom (an unfortunate sunburn made this VERY clear). So, any suggestions for the lycra bottoms? Full leg? capri? stirrup/ankle straps...

Not sure what to call them. I have seen a lot of stinger suits (UPF), but they are all one piece with a zipper. What I want is just the bottoms. I have several rash guard tops, but I'd like some funky bottoms, preferably ankle length. For the one piece stingers, do any of you have a brand you...

There will be 4 of us (my husband and I with ~20 dives each, 2 teens who will be newly certified) traveling over winter break. I am leaning towards staying in Guanacaste (using Rocket Frog or Rich Coast). I'd really appreciate any info on best places to do 2 days of diving, good place to stay...

My husband and I don't dive often (maybe once every couple of years). We take a refresher course before we go somewhere to dive though. We like places that have warm water and pretty underwater life. The dives should be fairly easy ones. We've been to Australia and Belize. Any suggestions or...

I have a Canon PowerShot SX20 IS that is fantastic for land photos, but the housing for it is jaw-dropping, and I am not sure it would be all that great for photos underwater (got it for the Zoom!). so I am looking for something that would be relatively inexpensive (no more than $500) but...

I am looking for recommendations on the safest dive companies in Belize. I am not sure if we will be diving north near CC or south, off Dangriga/Placencia. We will be taking a refresher course here in the US before going, as it has been almost 2 years since our trip to Australia (ProDive...

My husband and I would like to go somewhere in the Caribbean in mid-June. We will be taking two children, ages 5 & 8, as well as a nanny. So we are looking for a location/island that will have plenty to keep the kids entertained. We also want to do some diving while there. Our only other...

Okay, so maybe this isn't the right place to post this, but I AM a newbie...:D My husband and I will be doing a 3 day liveaboard on the Great Barrier Reef. We have never done this before (we got certified in September). We have fins, masks, snorkels, booties, and wetsuits. What type of...

I have just completed my pool sessions for OW certification, and I am a bit concerned about my fins. I have TUSA Tri-Ex, and I wear boots. 1. My feet float an incredible amount. Should I buy ankle weights? 2. The front of my ankle really feels a lot of strain while finning - is this normal...

Has anyone done the PADI advanced course with Pro Dive Cairns? My husband and I will be in Australia the second half of November 2005, and are thinking of doing a 3day/2night liveaboard. These will be our first dives after OW certification, and we are thinking that doing the Advanced Course...

Okay, here is my story - my hubby and I are in the process of getting our PADI OW cert (should be done by mid Sept). We are going to Australia the second half of November, and want to dive the Great Barrier Reef. I am leaning towards getting a 3mm wettie (no shorties for me, gotta protect...

I am in the process of getting my PADI open water cert - should be done in about two weeks time. I have been interested in scuba for a long time, and finally had the reason to follow through! I have purchased the following items, but not used them yet. The dive shop here recommended them...