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  1. a492levy

    Trip Report Just back from first trip to CURACAO

    I don't want to put a whole trip report ... but I did a LOT of what tkaelin recommended in his trip report fr Jan. We stayed at Marazul condos and dove with Go West ( GREAT ). We rented a truck and did only shore diving. Different from Bonaire which we were used to but great nonetheless...
  2. Dive Curaçao

    The Curaçao Diving Adventures of ScubaHankNYC

    "Since my initial visit, I have returned to Curacao now six times with my last visit in November 2017. Curacao has so much to offer both above and below the water which is the reason I keep coming back. The people are extremely nice, the food and drinks are tasty, and I always seem to observe...
  3. Dive Curaçao

    Local Divers Unite to Protect Curacao’s Reefs

    Posted on Dive News Wire: February 26, 2018 “Scuba divers have a deep connection to the ocean and a desire to want to protect it. We love to mix the passion for ocean adventure with conservation,” says Joanne Marston, Community Engagement Manager at Project AWARE, a global movement for ocean...
  4. Dive Curaçao

    ScubaBoard SURGE 2019 Curacao!

    ScubaBoard SURGE 2019 Curacao It's official... ScubaBoard.com is returning to Curacao!! Destination... Sunscape Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino & scuba diving with Ocean Encounters!! Looking forward to seeing you all in January 2019... don't forget to bring "Moonie"!!
  5. Dive Curaçao

    Whaleshark... Surprises a Local Fisherman in Westpunt, Curaçao!

    This happened last week! A local fisherman at Playa Piskado (aka. Playa Grandi, in Westpunt, Curaçao) gets the surprise of his life as a 8 metre Whaleshark cruises through the shallows and passes right by the Banco di Caribe Pier! His reaction is priceless as this majestic creature meanders...
  6. Dive Curaçao

    Sustainable & Responsible Tourism on Curaçao

    To create sustainable and responsible change, a commitment from the entire community is needed. The government, the private sector, tourists and Curaçaoan citizens alike need to come together to support great initiatives such as the Coral Restoration Foundation Curaçao and the Project AWARE...
  7. Dive Curaçao

    Exploring the Depths of the Caribbean Sea

    Substation Curaçao uses the manned submersible Curasub to facilitate the exploration of the deep reefs around Curacao & the Greater Caribbean, allowing Marine Biologists from all over the world to explore the twilight zone of the Caribbean Sea down to 1000ft (300m). This type of documented...
  8. Dive Curaçao

    Curaçao - A Unique Shore Diving Haven

    The Caribbean has no shortage of awe-inspiring views and vacation destinations, but the real majesty of this region that is nestled to the west of the central Atlantic Ocean, is found below the surface of her azure waves. These naturally clear turquoise waters provide ideal habitats to thousands...
  9. tarponchik

    Welcome Bluespotted Cornetfish to the Caribbean

    I've seen reports of BSCF in Florida waters and found some anecdotal evidence from Cozumel divers dating back to 2013, but it is the 1st time I saw it outside the Indo-Pacific myself. Here it is, in 25 ft, at Plaia Grandi, Curacao. It will probably do fine here. With larger predators wiped...
  10. P

    Dive buddy/roommate for Bonaire (and Curaçao) in Nov/Dec

    Getting that tropical itch! Still planning, but I can be somewhat flexible. Either Early-Mid Nov, or Late Nov-Early Dec. Plan to fly in and out of Curaçao (flights on weekends) with around a week apiece in C&B. Looking mainly for a buddy/roommate in Bonaire, but open to Curaçao too. I hope...
  11. J

    Dive guide Curaçao

    Anyone familiar with the Dive guide Curaçao ? dive guide Curaçao Is describes 85 dive sites on the island. Will keep me busy for a while!
  12. A

    Curacao for the lazy?

    My daughter and I are planning a dive trip for September. We've been to Bonaire and Grand Cayman most recently. We'd like to find a place that is as easy to dive from as Divi Dive in Bonaire. We are fine with shore dives (but not quite ready to go out alone as she is still under 20 dives). We...
  13. T

    New to this forum from Sweden

    Hi to all of You! As a newly certified PADI OWD, me and my wife have found this forum exellent for Great information! We took our certification this summer in Curacao and followed up with a 3 weeks diving vacation this Christmas also in Curacao ! We just booked a 4 week vacation this summer...
  14. MantaSlap

    Trip Report: First time ABC Islands - November 2016

    Just back from two weeks in the ABC’s, and want to ‘pay it forward’ to those who helped me plan and those who will follow! Caveats: we are novice & casual divers, we plan trips based on the overall destination rather than solely by the diving. We bring our mask & fins but don’t own any other...
  15. V

    Aruba Diving!! Which shop

    going to Aruba and Curaçao the last 2 weeks of Augest, looking for a good dive shop with amazing dive sites!! What I'm looking for : • small groups • great sites • deep dives • lots of colorful fish Looking to dive at least twice on each island Little about me: • advanced open scuba...
  16. S

    Curacao trip Jul/Aug 2016 questions

    All, Traveling the end of this month, been reading the forums and doing research, but still have a few questions. For context - 3 divers: me (SSI instructor), my wife (master diver) and 16 yr old son (24 dives) who is working on his AOW. Staying at Ocean Resort (behind SeaQuarium) and...
  17. T

    How I got hooked on scuba diving - On the ABC islands!

    It all started with myself and my two travel buddies wondering where to go on our next trip together. Strong cases were made for road trips across Australia and Patagonia. However our Icelandic friend, being an experienced diver and having worked on cruise ships in the Caribbean, suggested we go...
  18. keesmon

    Ferry Service Closer To Reality?

    Ferry service between the ABC-islands becoming a reality This would certainly change how we travel between the islands.
  19. Lana.mcglynn

    Curacao 18-25 2017 Female Roommate Wanted

    If you are solo female diver this is the trip for you. We are women from all over the world that come together for wonderful diving, elegant accommodations and great food. For more information please message me. Thanks Lana Divingdivas.com Trip Includes 7nights accommodations in ocean view room...
  20. Lana.mcglynn

    Curacao Feb 18 -2 2017 Female Roommate

    If you are solo female diver this is the trip for you. We are women from all over the world that come together for wonderful diving, elegant accommodations and great food. For more information please message me. Thanks Lana Divingdivas.com Trip Includes 7nights accommodations in ocean view...
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