Complete newbie to diving and this forum, please be gentle
I am planning to do my OW course next month. I am based in Laos and have a 4 day holiday coming up at end of July.
I will do the OW theory bit online to save time and then head down to Pattaya for 4 days. I realise that Pattaya is probably not the best place to do the OW course and I am not a big fan of Pattaya but it makes sense given the time constraints I have.
My question is, do any of you lovely people have any recommendations for places to learn in Pattaya? I would prefer some kind of resort where you can learn and stay if possible. Costs are not an issue but obviously don't want to pay more than needed. I would rather have an experienced, quality instructor with quality equipment.
Also, I will be in Bangkok this weekend and am looking to buy a mask, fins and snorkel (maybe even a wetsuit) any recommended shops?
Thanks in advance for any advice and look forward to diving in Thailand and SEAsia in the near future.
I am planning to do my OW course next month. I am based in Laos and have a 4 day holiday coming up at end of July.
I will do the OW theory bit online to save time and then head down to Pattaya for 4 days. I realise that Pattaya is probably not the best place to do the OW course and I am not a big fan of Pattaya but it makes sense given the time constraints I have.
My question is, do any of you lovely people have any recommendations for places to learn in Pattaya? I would prefer some kind of resort where you can learn and stay if possible. Costs are not an issue but obviously don't want to pay more than needed. I would rather have an experienced, quality instructor with quality equipment.
Also, I will be in Bangkok this weekend and am looking to buy a mask, fins and snorkel (maybe even a wetsuit) any recommended shops?
Thanks in advance for any advice and look forward to diving in Thailand and SEAsia in the near future.