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Loading...There is actually nothing more engaging and stimulating than exploring the amazing and mind blowing depths of the ocean and being among the wide array of spectacular species of marine life. But dive holidays are usually quite more complicated than your average holiday. Nonetheless, divers are assured that the fantastic experience is definitely worth the time, effort and preparation. So you’re definitely in for a treat and on the right track of fun and adrenaline-rush when you choose to have a diving holiday!
A dive holiday is a great way to spend time and be connected with the astounding marine life underwater!
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Your diving holidays may officially start when you take your first plunge into the water. However, the much needed preparations have to start long way before you jump into the plane that will take you to your dream diving holiday. A dive holiday will always be an awesome experience, if it is well-prepared. Thus, always make it a point to make a lengthy to do-list to avoid leaving something behind and most of all, to ensure a smooth and stress-free diving adventure.
In order to fully make the most out of your diving holiday, make sure that all the necessary reservations are done in advance for you. You will be less anxious if you have made and done the proper arrangements before time. Always gather all the details about the peak season of the vacation spot you chose. If you plan to have a holiday during the peak season, consider to book for the flight tickets, hotel accommodation and diving operators, months or weeks before the departure time. All pertinent papers and documents such as certification papers, logbook, and insurance proof must be brought when you go for a diving holiday because they may be required. And oh! Never forget your certification n card for it is very crucial, especially in acquiring a diving permits and the likes!
It is important to have all travel documents such as these, handy at all times.
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Whether you will go for a liveaboard dive trip or decide to spend your holiday in a dive resort, choose a good and knowledgeable dive operator, who must be visible most of the time at the holiday spot for a safe diving experience. Ask about the certifications and other diving requirements as well.
It is always economical to carry you diving gears with you. And for safety purposes, be sure to thoroughly check all your gadget and gear’s condition before packing and embarking on your holiday trip. But if ever you opt to rent dive gears then always ask the dive operators if they do offer said gear rental.
I mean why spend on renting gears when you already have a complete set of diving gears, right?
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Lastly, before leaving for a diving holiday, don’t forget to reconfirm your flight tickets. Check also with your airline about the weight limits and other restrictions for the hand and checked-in luggage. And the most important among all these things? Be sure to arrive at the airport hours before your departure time! You don’t want to miss that dive holiday, do you? Happy diving!
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A small first-aid kit is a must. Bandaids, antiseptic, seasickness pills, headache tablets, eardrops and sunscreen. Anti-diarrhoea and anti-vomiting medication are handy as many locations have suspect water supplies. Usually it is best not to drink anything unless it comes from a bottle.Check you’ve got fresh batteries in everything that needs them. Cameras, flash units, watches, dive computers.
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