Archive for June, 2008

Scuba Diving Masks Tips

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008

Dianne Rein asked: It's simple to take care of your dive mask with some basic maintenance tips. And once you are underwater, there's not much more annoying than a mask that constantly fogs up. Follow these simple steps for mask care and defogging so your mask will last you for ...

I really want to start scuba diving but i am scared of the breathing risks. help?

Saturday, June 14th, 2008

Sophie M asked: I have asthma, and it scares me to know i'm so far away from oxygen. A lot of people that have scuba dived have told me you don't feel it but I don't want to take a chance. What should I do? I am 16 years old.Dennis

Kauai Snorkeling: An Amazing Underwater Adventure

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

Jim Christian asked: Hawaii, particularly the island of Kauai, is most well-known for its beautiful coasts and amazing beaches. These coast lines make for some of the world's best snorkeling adventures. If you are in the process of scheduling a vacation to the Hawaiian Island of Kauai, you will want ...

Playa Del Carmen - a True Gem in the Riviera Maya

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

Author asked: Originally named Xaman-Ha (waters of the north) Playa del Carmen is part of the Mayan World. Located on the crystal blue waters of the Mexican Caribbean, Playa del Carmen is just 40 miles (60 kms.) south of Cancun. Playa, as it is known as to locals, is the ...

Mayan Riviera - What Resort to Stay in

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

Neil Robertson asked: The whole of the Mayan Riviera is a Caribbean paradise with beautiful white-sand beaches and the warm sea. These are the major resorts along the Mayan Riviera: Pto Morelos Small ex-fishing town that retains more of its original character than someother Mayan Riviera resorts. Closest of all ...

What, if any, are the effects of scuba diving with a new tattoo?

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008

~*B*~ asked: I was just curious if anyone knew because I won't get my tattoo if there are any ill effects. I prefer scuba diving over a tattoo anyday.Marjorie

Snorkeling?

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008

gizmo0013 asked: We are going on Royal Caribbean Cruise in Dec for our honeymoon. We want to go snorkeling. I have all my equipment from diving. Can I just bring my own and when we get to Key West can we snorkel on our own? Can ...

What are the best fins for snorkeling?

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008

B-Dog asked: We bought some "ScubaPro Twin Jets" for snorkeling with the intent of eventually getting into scuba. Don't think we are going to get into scuba any time soon, so would there be a better/lighter fin for snorkeling only?Danielle

Can you become certified in SCUBA diving by yourself, or do you need to have a partner?

Monday, June 9th, 2008

Chad R asked: I am wanting to become certified for SCUBA diving but I don't have anyone to take classes with, all my friends are scared of SCUBA diving. So will dive shops still certify you if you are solo?Norman

Can you go some kind of scuba diving in Split or Hvar Croatia?

Monday, June 9th, 2008

Atousa asked: where to go? whom to call? never been there or scuba diving, but want to try it. Gonna be there in mid june this year.Thomas