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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:07:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>One-day Dive Without Certification In Koh Tao</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/22101_one-day-dive-without-certification-in-Koh-Tao/0</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 02 Jun 2013 05:10:55 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hello...

I previously did a one-day scuba dive with an instructor off of Cairns at the Great Barrier Reef. This trip, I'm traveling with a friend who is PADI certified, but I don't have the time to complete the whole course, either here at home or in Thailand.

So I'm looking for recommendations of good dive operators located in Koh Tao who offer one-day outings that allow me to dive in the Gulf and not just a pool. (Yes, I've done some Google-ing already; I just wanted to see what users here have to say.) ]]></description>
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<title>January Destinations</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/21346_January-destinations/0</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:10:55 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi all. I am
Looking to take a 3 week trip over late December early January and was looking for some advice.

Currently, I am between indonesia, Philippines and Malaysia for this trip, the focus will be mostly on diving, but beach time and some exploring/ eating are also important.

I am coming here for help. I have noticed that this is the rainy season In parts if Malaysia? As well as indo and ph.

Does anyone have recommendations on what would likely give me a combo of the best diving/ most sun days? I was in indonesia a few years ago near the end of the rainy season and loved it. It was my original plan but the rain has deterred me. I am considering Thailand but just did a Thai trip last year and would like something else. Any advice ... ]]></description>
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<title>South Thailand In June?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/21307_South-Thailand-in-June-/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:56:08 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hello,
My boyfriend and I are going to be in SEA for  months, spending 3 weeks in June in the south of Thailand. Any advice on good places to dive/good dive shops? Thanks! ]]></description>
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<title>Dive Master Courses</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/19794_Dive-master-courses/0</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2012 03:02:38 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi,
im thinking to do my dive master course in Vietnam, Cambodia or Malaysia.

If anyone has any recommendations, it would be much appreciated.
Thank you  ]]></description>
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<title>PADI Open Water Thailand December</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/19421_PADI-Open-Water-Thailand-December/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:40:27 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi,
I'm planning to do a PADI Open Water course on a Thai island early this December. I know Koh Tao is the most popular place to do it, but I understand that it may not be the best weather wise at this time of year. I've been looking at doing it on Koh Lipe instead. Koh Tao is cheaper, but I'm not too concerned about the price difference.

Would you advise doing it on Koh Tao or Koh Lipe (or another island) in early December?

I will only have about 8 or 9 days on Thai islands, so the scenery/ambience of the island is important as well as the quality of diving. ]]></description>
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<title>Ko Tao - August</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/19195_Ko-Tao---August/0</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:10:43 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi All,

Im looking to learn to dive in Tao over the next couple of weeks and i just have a few questions. (mainly budget related)

1. Can you recommend any good dive schools?
2. Will i have to book accom in advance (i know the weather is nice there at this time of year).
3. what is the average cost of  the course these days? and what would be the approximate cost of each diver afer i have been certified?

thanks! ]]></description>
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<title>Do I Need To Be Certified To Dive In Thailand?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/17493_Do-I-need-to-be-certified-to-dive-in-Thailand-/0</link>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:11:20 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi everyone,

I am going to be in Thailand in April (landing in Phuket, planning to spend some time around that area) and am wondering if I need to have any certification to dive there? I won't have time to do a full course in Thailand. Is there a crash course kind of thing that would show me the ropes/allow me to do it (I've gone diving before just never gotten around to taking the course) or is it better to do the online course/pool sessions at home with PADI beforehand and do the open water portion in Thailand?

Any advice would be great! Thanks! ]]></description>
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<title>Need To Hire Diver Mekong</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/17401_Need-to-hire-diver-Mekong/0</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:26:15 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi, I'd like to get some video of the Mekong and would like to hire someone to go down the the muddy depths to see what lurks there.  Either from Thailand or Laos side is okay.  Please email me since I don't come here much.  cameraguyfresno@yahoo.com ]]></description>
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<title>Where Can I Dive W/ Whale Sharks?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/17369_Where-can-I-dive-w--Whale-Sharks-/0</link>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 03:01:10 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hello,

where can I dive with whale sharks in Thailand? And is there any good diving sites that can be reached without a boat (close to the shore)?

Thank you!!! ]]></description>
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<title>Where To Find Divers?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/16282_where-to-find-divers-/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:02:01 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ I'm looking for a forum or network to connect with local divers around the world.
I'm about to leave for a Round The World tour and wanted to dive in as many countries as possible. A diver friend suggested the PADI Travel network [https://www.tripping.com/network/padi-travel-network], but before joining, I wanted to see if anybody here has ever tried it and if they recommend it.
Thanks! ]]></description>
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<title>Learn To Dive Thailand/Cambodia In September</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/15101_Learn-to-dive-Thailand-Cambodia-in-September/0</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2011 13:17:52 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi

I'm trying to decide where to learn to dive, in either Thailand or Cambodia. I'll be there in the wet season unfortunately (6 to 12 September). Does anyone have any suggestions, taking into account the season?

In Thailand I've been looking at Koh Tao, Ko Pha Ngan and Krabi (and surrounding beaches, including Ao Phang Nga and Hat Phra Nang / Railay). I've been told that Khao Lak, Ko Mak and Ko Ngai are beautiful too.

I'm having trouble working out where I can get PADI certified and where is the best for the season.

Cambodia is an alternative option.

Thanks. ]]></description>
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<title>Best Place To Dive In Thai/Laos/Viet/Cambodia</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/15018_Best-place-to-dive-in-Thai-Laos-Viet-Cambodia/0</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2011 13:35:55 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hello all,

I was planning to go diving in  Ko Tao  but I recently read a post where someone described it as 'not fantastic' which made me very sad (I would kill to see a whale shark!). I know this is a subjective question, but where do you believe the most exceptional place to dive in these four countries is? I have done my open water and about five or six fairly normal/plain dives in Europe (bar one where I got to see lots of big grouper). ]]></description>
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<title>SE Asia Diving Recommendations</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/14972_SE-Asia-Diving-Recommendations/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 07:12:29 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ I will be in SE Asia between August and ... maybe January/February? and I am already open water licensed with PADI, and advanced open water with NAUI.

I am just wondering what are must dive sites.  I am starting my trip in July in China, heading south to Vietnam and definitely going to Phu Quoc, then on to  Sihanoukville  in Cambodia. After that I just want to get to as many other sites I can get to before I run out of money (while still seeing the touristy and scenic places along the way).

I was thinking about some of the following places (though nothing is planned, and everything is subject to change):  Koh Tao, Similan Islands, Koh Samui, Palau, Bali, Gili Islands, Puerto Princesa, Wakatobi, Lembeh Strait, Ampat Raja
- These are ... ]]></description>
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<title>Diving Certification</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/14853_diving-certification/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2011 21:19:13 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hey y'all!

A friend and I will be traveling throughout SE Asia from October 2011-January 2012, during which time we plan to get PADI certified. We are planning to do the certification in either Indonesia or Malaysia, so I am looking for input on which one is better and why? Has anyone done a great program in either of these countries that they would recommend? What about cost comparison?

Thanks in advance for all of your input! ]]></description>
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<title>Make The Island Your Home! We're Looking For An Eco Minded Dive Operator</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/14754_Make-the-island-your-home--We-re-looking-for-an-Eco-Minded-Dive-Operator/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 06:20:45 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Wild Asia is on the lookout for an eco-minded dive operator with an entrepreneurial passion to spearhead a new initiative on a small island off Tioman (east coast of Malaysia). We are envisaging the creation of a dive operation that will be modelled around a social enterprise - a business that not only provides conventional dive services to guests but also to extend our conservation efforts to the wider reef and island resources. The social enterprise will be developed in partnership with an island resort owner. If this strikes your interest then drop us an e mail and provide us with your credentials and business experience. Please email us at info@wildasia.org with the subject title - Batu-Batu Reef &amp;amp; Island Dive Center (BRISC) ]]></description>
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<title>Unknown Slugs</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/13375_Unknown-Slugs/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 06:03:04 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ While out doing a spot of filming we saw these slugs.  We've never seen them before and they were quite spectacular.  Does anyone know what they are ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuBFUG6874k ]]></description>
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<title>Wrecks On Koh Tao</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/13119_Wrecks-on-Koh-Tao/0</link>
<pubDate>Sat, 08 Jan 2011 04:47:26 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Late last year a new artificial reef was created on Koh Tao.

A liveaboard vessel was decommisioned and made safe for the environment and then sunk just off the south of Koh Tao.

A local film company filmed the sinking and even had camera on board.  I think this film is great and wanted to share it !

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taOCw2eCtQU ]]></description>
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<title>Sharks Of Koh Tao</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/12926_Sharks-of-Koh-Tao/0</link>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Dec 2010 05:45:13 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ As a long term resident and diver on Koh Tao, I can tell you that each year the return of the sharks to  Chumphon  Pinnacle is eagerly awaited and then much celebrated too.

And then the debate starts once again....

Are these magnificent animals grey reefs or are they bulls.....check out the images and information and decide for yourself.....

http://www.master-divers.com/sharks.htm ]]></description>
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<title>Diving In January?</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/12235_Diving-in-January-/0</link>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:03:50 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi,

Just after some advice really. I am going to be travelling to Sydney in January and would like to stop off in the far east for maybe a week or more and seen as I am now certfied I thought it would be a good chance to dive somewhere new aside from the barrier reef. I was looking at Singapore and would love to see singapore anyway however it seems to be not their diving season from what I have googled. I also considered Thailand however I don't feel comfortable travelling through Thai on my own thats why Sing was appealing because it is more modernised. Any suggestions on areas where it is not their monsoon period I have no clue  I would be looking to do an advanced course for my 30m ticket. Thanks in advance, Liz. ]]></description>
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<title>Scuba Junkie Info Please</title>
<link>http://www.travelfish.org/board/post/asiadiving/11531_scuba-junkie-info-please/0</link>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:02:43 +0000</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hi,
My boyfriend and i are going to Borneo in October and just discovered how amazing the diving is there. We are both novice divers and are considering doing our open water.
Does anyone know much about scuba junkie? We were thinking about staying at their Mabul beach resort and doing the course?
Anyone done this it seems pretty pricey for our backpackers budget, but a once in a life time experience.
Also would love to get to Sipidian but that is REALLY expensive. Is it really that fantastic compared to the sorrounding islands.

Sorry for the load of questions hope someone can help.

Thanks ]]></description>
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