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Today is second day in a row that the port is closed. Tomorrow looks just as bad. In 20+ years of diving Cozumel, I’ve only lost 1 day of diving due to weather. If this continues as forecast, I will only get 1 day of diving out of 6 planned. Rich Hagelin

I’m on the island today. Port is closed for winds. The desk guy at Aldora told us two boats capsized in heavy seas recently. Searching the threads provided only some confusing info. Anyone who knows what happened, I would appreciate info. Were they dive boats? Where were they when they...

Looking to dive Bonaire this fall. Two experienced divers looking for large sealife. Done most of our diving in Cozumel and love that so comparisons to Cozumel appreciated. Shore diving or boat diving? Any liveaboard options? Dive operations and accommodations? thanks richhagelin

Looking to go to French Polynesia this fall. Two experienced divers interested in sharks, dolphins, whales, large sea life. What’s our best option? Open to shore based or boat options. Would appreciate advice on where to dive, where to stay and who to dive with. We’re not concerned with...

I have been diving for 60 years. I just had triple bypass heart surgery. How long before I should start diving again? Are there any long-term restrictions I should abide by? Thanks, Rich Hagelin

Going to be at each place one day in April. What are best dives and recommendations for dive operators. I am an experienced diver with 500+ dives mostly in the Caribbean. Thanks Rich Hagelin

Going to make 4 stops in New Zealand in early April 2020. We are going to stop at Wellington, Napier, Tauranga, and Auckland. Which is the best stop to dive? Recommendations for dive operators. I am an experienced diver with 500+ dives mostly in Caribbean. Rich Hagelin

i have done all my diving at sea level. I am about to do some diving in a lake at 2000 elevation. Any adjustments I need to make compared to diving at sea level? Thanks for any advice. Rich Hagelin

I'm going to take Mayair from Cancun to Cozumel for the first time. I will have one roller bag that I carry on 737s and similar planes. It will weigh about 30 pounds plus a backpack. Will this cause me any problems? Rich Hagelin

Another question. I have heard that some of the best diving in Bonaire is shore diving. Is there a scuba op that I can go to from the cruise ship that has rental gear and a good shore dive close by? Rich Hagelin

Will be visiting Aruba, Bonaire, Dominica and Grenada on cruise Feb 10-15. Appreciate recommendations for dive operations that can accommodate cruise ship schedules. I am an experienced diver who dives Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Turks and Caicos twice a year. Appreciate your recommendations...

Which airline flies from Cancun to Cozumel? What is the web site? Thanks, Rich Hagelin

Going to be stopping in Loreto and La Paz the end of Jan. Please advise on best dive ops at either/both places. Thanks, Rich Hagelin PS Experienced diver with twice-a-year trips to Caribbean for last 20 years.

Going to be in Cancun for a week in Oct. Normally go to Coz to dive, but this time, the non-divers want to stay in Cancun. Who are some good dive ops for Cancun dives. Who is good for diving cenotes? Thanks, Rich Hagelin

What is the name of the airline that flies from Cancun to Cozumel? Which terminal do they operate out of? How much have you paid for one way ticket? thanks, rich Hagelin

What is the time for the Whale Sharks up near Cancun? Rich Hagelin

I am thinking about shipping my dive bag to my dive op to avoid lugging it around. Has anyone done this before? What is the customs fee when my dive op gets my gear? Rich Hagelin

Going on first liveaboard trip. What hints do you have for preparation? Thanks, Rich Hagelin

Just booked the T & C Aggressor for Oct 12. What hints do you have for a first time liveaboard trip. What to make sure to bring, what to make sure to leave behind, etc, etc. My normal trip is 7-10 days in Cozumel staying in a hotel on the island and boat dives with my favorite operators...

Going to T&C for liveaboard in Oct. Would appreciate comparisons between the Aggressor operation and the Explorer operation. Thanks, Rich Hagelin