For DiveMaster course: Andaman Islands or the Philippines? Anyone with experience?

[omeraz100]

I am a diver currently in India and looking forward on doing a DM in January.
I have two optionshilippines or Andaman Islands?
In the Andaman you can stay only for 1 month. in Philippines probably two months.
In the Philippines there are many options of trekking, Which sounds great to me.
Anyone knows about the DCs in particular? Where is it more proffesional? where is it more fun? Where is it cheaper? etc.

Thank you very much for all your help
Omer

 

[CODMAN]

Omer, for the Philippines side of your question, do a quick search in the Philippine Paradise divers section! This subject has been talked about recently.

Cheers!

 

[vkalia]

Heya Omer -

I don't think professionalism can be assigned by region. Different dive shops have different philosophies when it comes to divemaster training, and depending on your own skill level, interests and personal preferences, you may find one better suited to your needs than another.

Depending on your experience, 30 days may be not be enough. If you're the Omer I think you are, I actually think you would be better served by going to the Philipines, if you want to do your DM course right now. Main reason - 30 days would be too rushed for you here.

Come on by the dive center tomorrow, grab a hold of me (I am not diving) and I'll go over your options and my recommendation with you in more detail.

Cheers,
Vandit (Vinnie)