Kate_Canuck
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I'll be going to Mumbai and then to Bangkok for a business trip in early April, and hope to fit in a diving long weekend. I'm a novice diver (2 post-certification dives after completing a course in NZ). I'm looking for an easy-to-access resort area, a reputable operator who works well with novices, and reliable equipment (I can't pack more than mask, snorkel, gloves and boots on this business trip). I'd be willing to pay extra to dive one-on-one with a divemaster (these will be my first dives in 4 mos). I was thinking of Phuket (although I know it's a bit touristy), but I'm open to other suggestions. Cost is not an issue on this trip (since a large part of the non-holiday portion costs are paid for). The priority for me is to have a reasonably easy, interesting and safe dive - not to push limits at this stage. Any warnings about popular dive sites in that are too challenging for a novice would also be appreciated, so that I can make the right choice when I get there.