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How Is the Snorkeling in Guam?

By Mark T How is the snorkeling in Guam? I have the opportunity to go to Guam mid-January 2024. How is the snorkeling there and what places would you recommend on the island to go? … Read more

Three Weeks Snorkeling in Belize November 2023

By Mark Kolsen Having visited Ambergris Caye some 30 years ago, I decided to return for three weeks snorkeling in Belize in November 2023. I spent one week on Ambergris, one week at Blackbird Caye … Read more

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Snorkeled the Big Island Hawaii May 2023

By Dave Slonecker We’ve snorkeled the Big Island Hawaii twice in the last year. Once in May 2023 and once in October 2022. Here are some of the spots we explored. We had good snorkeling … Read more

Watercolor Fish Paintings

By David Kinzer I’ve long enjoyed snorkeling, and since retirement, I’ve taken up watercolor painting. My favorite subjects to paint are the fish that I see while snorkeling. I work from a photo, usually one … Read more

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Where to Snorkel in New Zealand?

By Kim R – (Washington DC)I wonder if anyone can tell me where to snorkel in New Zealand. I’m looking for easy-to-access places. I’m as sleek as a seal in the water, and as ungainly … Read more

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Snorkeling in Puget Sound, Washington?

By Ken – (Seattle)Does anyone know of any spots for good snorkeling in Puget Sound, Washington? Also, we would appreciate recommendations for what kind of wetsuit to use. Thanks. Comments Moved From Previous System Nicole … Read more

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Where to Snorkel in Costa Rica?

by RR – (Richmond, Virginia)We are wondering where to snorkel in Costa Rica. Our family will be going there in August. I have read mixed reviews about snorkeling there. Is it better on the Pacific … Read more

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Retiring in a Snorkeling Destination?

by AJ – (West Coast)I have been following this great website for years and had a question for the group regarding retiring in a snorkeling destination. I would imagine that some people who visit this … Read more

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Is Snorkeling Good When It Is Cloudy?

Is snorkeling good when it is cloudy? We are headed to St. John, USVI shortly for a once in a lifetime trip. The weather forecast looks awful with no sun for eight of the 10 … Read more