Dreaming about a last minute diving trip to ring in the New Years doing exactly what you love? There are plenty of options both across the world and close to home where divers can both celebrate in style, and cure a New Years Day hangover with an unforgettable trip under water.
Where to Go: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
On New Years Eve: Head to the center of town where the action will be easy to find. Theres live music, family activities, (like an early count-down for kids), and a big fireworks display over the city at midnight.
On New Years Day: Floridas Gold Coast (aka Broward and Dade Counties) boasts an amazing collection of natural and artificial reefs which are fairly easy to reach. Try to plan a trip to Tenneco Towers a trio of oil drilling platforms that plunge 120 ft. deep, are thickly covered in corals, and are a favorite local destination.
Where to Go: Sydney Australia
On New Years Eve: Be one of the first people in the world to ring in the New Year in this big party city. Because its summertime, visitors can stroll around in shorts and Tees with a glass of champagne in hand, and head over to the famous Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House to catch the Harbour of Light Boat Parade, and watch the ensuing massive fireworks display over the water.
On New Years Day: Australia may be best known for the Great Barrier Reef off of Queensland, but New South Wales has its own cool diving destinations, like Fish Rock Cave, where humpback whales make common appearances. Divers can also head way offshore to the tiny Lord Howe Islands, where sea turtles and sharks can be found.
Where to Go: Cozumel, Mexico
On New Years Eve: Its a tradition for locals to head to the plaza for live music, food, and towering margaritas on New Years Eve, and its a fun way to mingle with the locals, enjoy a little dancing, and dive into the heart of the Coz culture.
On New Years Day: Cozumel is one of the most convenient diving destinations for New Years revelers, as dozens of diving sites can be found close to the heart of the party. With two easy-to-reach main reef systems, which start in less than 30 ft. of water, divers can enjoy vibrant coral formations with ease.
Where to Go: Honolulu, Oahu
On New Years Eve: Hawaii is one of the last places to celebrate New Years Eve in the world, so feel free to extend the party at the dozens of local bars, or by admiring the massive fireworks display over picturesque Waikiki Beach.
On New Years Day: Head to Oahus own Maunalua Bay and Hawaii Kai, where lots of dive sites can be accessed and explored, including the China Wall, the Sea Cave, and the Corsair Wreck. The diving in Hawaii is great all year round, making it easy to dip into the waters.
Still not sure where to go? A number of diving operators and liveaboards offer New Years specials, (even for last minute trips), so do a little research. With some dedicated, quick planning, you can already have your first dive trip of the year logged into the books just hours after the New Year begins.
Happy New Year from Scuba Toys!
Where to Go: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
On New Years Eve: Head to the center of town where the action will be easy to find. Theres live music, family activities, (like an early count-down for kids), and a big fireworks display over the city at midnight.
On New Years Day: Floridas Gold Coast (aka Broward and Dade Counties) boasts an amazing collection of natural and artificial reefs which are fairly easy to reach. Try to plan a trip to Tenneco Towers a trio of oil drilling platforms that plunge 120 ft. deep, are thickly covered in corals, and are a favorite local destination.
Where to Go: Sydney Australia
On New Years Eve: Be one of the first people in the world to ring in the New Year in this big party city. Because its summertime, visitors can stroll around in shorts and Tees with a glass of champagne in hand, and head over to the famous Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House to catch the Harbour of Light Boat Parade, and watch the ensuing massive fireworks display over the water.
On New Years Day: Australia may be best known for the Great Barrier Reef off of Queensland, but New South Wales has its own cool diving destinations, like Fish Rock Cave, where humpback whales make common appearances. Divers can also head way offshore to the tiny Lord Howe Islands, where sea turtles and sharks can be found.
Where to Go: Cozumel, Mexico
On New Years Eve: Its a tradition for locals to head to the plaza for live music, food, and towering margaritas on New Years Eve, and its a fun way to mingle with the locals, enjoy a little dancing, and dive into the heart of the Coz culture.
On New Years Day: Cozumel is one of the most convenient diving destinations for New Years revelers, as dozens of diving sites can be found close to the heart of the party. With two easy-to-reach main reef systems, which start in less than 30 ft. of water, divers can enjoy vibrant coral formations with ease.
Where to Go: Honolulu, Oahu
On New Years Eve: Hawaii is one of the last places to celebrate New Years Eve in the world, so feel free to extend the party at the dozens of local bars, or by admiring the massive fireworks display over picturesque Waikiki Beach.
On New Years Day: Head to Oahus own Maunalua Bay and Hawaii Kai, where lots of dive sites can be accessed and explored, including the China Wall, the Sea Cave, and the Corsair Wreck. The diving in Hawaii is great all year round, making it easy to dip into the waters.
Still not sure where to go? A number of diving operators and liveaboards offer New Years specials, (even for last minute trips), so do a little research. With some dedicated, quick planning, you can already have your first dive trip of the year logged into the books just hours after the New Year begins.
Happy New Year from Scuba Toys!
