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Whether you're an experienced diver or wanting to acquire the art, Akumal provides the perfect ecological setting to view amazing specimens of natural beauty underwater. Akumal is a tourist resort located 62 miles south of Cancun, between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, with a tiny native population of 1,198. The name "Akumal" means "place of the turtles" in Maya language. Surrounding bodies of water and beautiful, white sandy beaches provide the ideal setting for many sea turtles' breeding grounds. Akumal was established in 1958 mainly as a location for scuba divers to experience the many species and types of turtles which call the area "home". Akumal Bay and Half Moon Bay provide optimal opportunities to survey the land and underwater life during diving tours and expeditions. For experienced divers, local dive shops offer a variety of different diving trips to the 30 reef sites which include shipwrecks, cenotes and caverns and a breathtaking amount of marine life that you can view. The dive shop makes all the arrangements and you can lease a scuba tank and regulator, mask, flippers and anything else you want. You can book an all day diving trip or if you .. more»

Thailand Thailand is usually the best place to start for the first time independent traveler. It’s very easy to get around and there are always lots of other backpackers about to chat and hang out with. Thailand is a mixture of forests to the North for Trekking and some of the best beaches in the world in the south. Bangkok is a buzzing city criss crossed with canals & rivers.  The sky line is one of high rises, shopping malls & international hotel chains but at the canal banks and side streets of the city the traditional side of Thai life is clearly visible.  The business hub of the city is easily navigated using the skyrail & underground but the more touristy areas around the Koh San road are less well supplied & Tuk Tuks are the main mode of transport.  Negotiate hard with your tuk tuk driver - a taxi will always be cheaper & has the advantage of air conditioning however be sure to agree that you're charged according to the metre as opposed to agreeing a fixed price.  Taxis will only take you at an agreed price after 3pm as from this point on your in to rush hour and they are .. more»

Cave diving is a very exciting adventure for those who enjoy scuba diving. It also involves exploring caves that are natural made and man made, but filled with water. This is a very popular scuba diving adventure that many individuals enjoy. It is important to have a good grasp of scuba diving as well as be in very good physical health prior to going on such an excursion. It is a good idea to take a course that provides education in the area of cave diving. This will ensure you have the proper knowledge to enjoy this type of adventure. You will be trained in procedures, safety, and other aspects that will make the experience a memorable one. Cave diving involves the use of more equipment than basic scuba diving does. Cave diving doesn’t involve the use of a snorkel. The protective wear for cave diving needs to be much thicker. This is because cave dives can be twice as long as normal dives. Plus the exposure to the water and the cooler cave climate can result in divers getting extremely cold if they are not wearing the proper protective wear. Since the cave .. more»