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Practical advice from the water, packing lists, destination insights, and the kind of knowledge that makes your next adventure smoother.
May 25, 2026
A list I tuck into the back of every itinerary I send. Ten short, old-fashioned rules that quietly separate a good trip from a great one, with what each one actually means once you are on the road.
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May 20, 2026
A field guide for when the boat is small, the trip is long, and one person is testing your patience. Funny, mostly. Helpful, definitely.
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May 6, 2026
Both can be amazing. Here is what each one actually feels like, and how to pick the one that fits where you are right now.
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April 22, 2026
From cabin selection to seasickness prep, the practical things no one tells you about your first week on a dive boat.
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If you cannot decide between sleeping on a boat or in a hotel, here is how to think about it, written by a trip leader who has done dozens of each.
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March 15, 2026
A practical packing list from years of liveaboard trips, what you actually need on the boat, and what can stay home.
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February 2, 2026
Smaller groups mean better diving, more flexibility, and a trip that feels personal, not like you are just a number on a manifest.
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January 10, 2026
Medical coverage, evacuation, trip cancellation, here is how we help travelers choose insurance that matches the investment they are making.
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