Category: Scuba

Scuba Dive Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico | Lionfish Hunting

Palmas del Mar resort community in Humacao, Puerto Rico is known for golf, tennis, pickelball, hiking, Palmas Farmers Market, and activities year round.

There are also incredible scuba dive sites right outside the Palmas del Mar community in Humacao on the east coast of Puerto Rico! The reef off the coast of Humacao is not part of Protected marine areas (MPA) or Nature Researve, so it is popular with commercial fishermen and scuba divers for lobster and lionfish hunting.

Palmas del Mar Dive Sites

  • Cubera Reef at La Conga Dive Site – 80 foot bottom
  • Hansi Hub – 50 foot depth and a lionfish favorite hangout with the occasional nurse shark
  • Cayo Largo – reef wall at 60 feet surrounded by 140 foot drop
  • Udûn (dark pit) – sandy bottom reef 70+ depth with great visability, teeming with lobster, lionfish, crab, and reef fish
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Cancun Mexico | Sun, Sand, Scuba, and Beyond

Cancun, Mexico boasts beautiful beaches, Mayan ruins and museums, art, spa activities, shopping, nightlife, and friendly locals. Far less expensive than the Mediterranean cities, Cancun is a great value for a luxury vacation on a budget.

Cancun, Mexico boasts beautiful beaches, the northern section of the Great Maya Reef, Mayan ruins and museums, art, spa activities, shopping, nightlife, and friendly locals.  Far less expensive than the Mediterranean cities, Cancun is a great value for a luxury vacation on a budget.

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Activities in Rincón, Puerto Rico | Art, Weekly Events, Best Beaches for Scuba, Snorkeling, Surfing

Activities in Rincón, Puerto Rico; Art, best beaches for surfing, scuba, and snorkeling, whale watching at the lighthouse, hiking, food, and fun weekly events.

Rincón, Puerto Rico is located on the northwest coast, in the farthest west corner of the island of Puerto Rico where the Atlantic Oceans meets the Caribbean Sea.

Known as the surfing capital of the island, this tiny town offers big adventure, a joyful art scene, and plenty of outdoor activities. World famous beaches along the 8 miles of coastline and incredible sunsets are just a couple of the great features in town.

Art Scene

Art is incorporated into everyday life and visible throughout town from the moment you arrive.

Rincón north entrance arch at Aguada border

There are two large mosaic tile decorated arches for each of the main entrances along Route 115 on both the north entrance bordering Aguada and the south entrance that borders Añasco. Created by local Artist Edgardo Gardy Rodriguez, the tiled columns feature iconic scenes such as the lighthouse, surfers, whales, and more cultural significant themes.

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Scuba Dive Excursion at Isla Catalina, Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic offers a wide variety of adventure sports, including Scuba Diving, hiking, and swimming (all of my favorite activities). On our recent trip to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic we planned for all of these activities with scuba diving at the top of my to do list!

Isla Catalina Scuba Experience DR JenThereDoneThat

From Punta Cana there are a few dive sites north & south of the island. The south side is known for calmer water and better visibility,so I looked south for a good dive and snorkel spot. I am a huge fan of wall dives, and the wall at Isla Catalina sounded perfect with scuba, snorkel, beach day complete with souvenir shopping and hot BBQ lunch.

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Puerto Del Rey Marina, Puerto Rico

Puerto del Rey is the largest marina in Puerto Rico, and even the largest in the Caribbean!  I am slowly falling in love with this marina and all of the businesses and events hosted there.  I am a certified scuba diver and all around fan of boats and water, sadly I am not a boat owner (yet).  I still manage to visit the marina and enjoy the boats on a regular basis.  Here is a quick guide of the services and facilities at Puerto Del Rey for non-boat owners.puerto-del-rey-marina-guide

Sea Ventures is 5 star PADI scuba company, and recently awarded the blue flag for Sustainable Boating Tourism Operator.  They are active with Project Aware and PADI events.  Sea Ventures is the #1 reason that I go to the Marina.  There are a fantastic group of instructions and scuba divers.  I feel safe and welcome every time I dive with Sea Ventures!  With only 20 dives logged, I am still considered a newbie diver and I will continue my advanced certifications and instructions with the knowledgeable staff at Sea Ventures.

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