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Night Snorkeling Report From Phil Foster Park

By Martha Lee Here is my night snorkeling report from Phil Foster Park. The park is at Blue Heron Bridge in Palm Beach County Florida. I am an experienced snorkeler who had been wanting to … Read more

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Any Good Snorkeling in Kas Turkey?

By Valerie Is there any good snorkeling in Kas Turkey (Kaş, Türkiye)? It is on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea in Southeast Europe. We’ve got some time there in May 2025. We are keen … Read more

Ellaidhoo Has an Amazing Maldives House Reef

By Meredith Duran I wanted to share that Ellaidhoo has an amazing Maldives house reef, as the snorkeling has been outstanding both times we have been. Ellaidhoo is in North Ari Atoll and is able … Read more

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Best French Polynesia Snorkeling Islands?

By Sylvia Heerens What are the best French Polynesia snorkeling islands? We are four friends who, after a Marquesas cruise in May 2025, would like to add two islands with three days of snorkeling each. … Read more

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Is There Good Snorkeling in Southern Sri Lanka?

By Kathleen Rapp Does anyone know if there is good snorkeling in Southern Sri Lanka? We’re heading there in December 2025 and are looking for honest information on snorkeling south of Colombo. Places such as … Read more

The Curious Case of the Fish Out of Water

By Gary Backhouse Judy and I recently completed the excellent Alor, Komodo and Raja Ampat trip to Indonesia. The last leg of our journey was a stay in Raja Ampat at Papua Explorers Lodge, where … Read more

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Has Anyone Tried a Dive Buddy Swimband for Snorkeling?

By Martha Lee Has anyone tried a Dive Buddy Swimband for snorkeling? It is a headband, helpful for controlling hair while in the water. I have straight, slick hair, longer than Nicole’s. A number of … Read more

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Best Places for Snorkeling in Japan?

By Alicia What are the best places for snorkeling in Japan? Please share first hand recommendations where corals are still healthy and marine life is plentiful. I would also love to hear about your snorkeling … Read more

Snorkeling in Moorea and Bora Bora in September 2024

By Pauli Mahoney We just returned from a trip to French Polynesia. We spent a fantastic 10 days snorkeling in Moorea and Bora Bora in September 2024. We stayed at the Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea … Read more

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Canon EOS R100 With Housing for Snorkeling?

By Heather Treen Has anyone used the Canon EOS R100 with housing for snorkeling?  What do you think? I am tired of cameras breaking. I have had the Nikon 1aw1 and the Nikon Aw100 underwater … Read more

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Compare Snorkeling in Akumal and Cancun With Cozumel?

By Emily I’m wondering if folks have recent snorkeling experience and can compare snorkeling in Akumal and Cancun with Cozumel in Mexico? We are planning a trip to Akumal to take a freediving class (recommended … Read more

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Is There Good Shore Snorkeling in Guam?

By Carmel Is there good shore snorkeling in Guam? I am going to visit my son there. If there is good shore snorkeling, where is it? Please recommend locations. Also, what is best time to … Read more

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Any Good Snorkeling in Colombia?

By Noreen McElhone Is there any good snorkeling in Colombia in South America? I will be traveling there in early to mid-December 2024. The island of Providencia is very appealing but it takes so much … Read more

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Has Anyone Recently Snorkeled in Hawaii?

By Paula Has anyone recently snorkeled in Hawaii? We are thinking of returning there after a five year hiatus. We have snorkeled on Maui, Kauai, the Big Island, and Molokai. Clearly things have changed in … Read more

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Lady Elliot Island 2024 Coral Bleaching?

By David J Winstone Does anyone have any up to date information regarding Lady Elliot Island 2024 coral bleaching? It is at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. We live near … Read more