Overview

More than eighteen million visitors travel to the Caribbean each year, and spectacular scuba diving is one of the notable reasons. Seventy-five species of coral and over 500 species of fish, clear water, sandy bottoms, and relatively shallow depth combine to make local conditions especially interesting for both novice and expert divers.Scuba was invented in these waters, and Mary Peachin has written the first all-inclusive book providing an overview of the many islands in the Caribbean, plus the Bahamas and Bermuda. ""Scuba Caribbean"" includes information on dive sites, dive operators, pertinent island or country information, diver-friendly accommodations, and more.Peachin is a certified scuba diver with more than thirty years experience exploring the top diving destinations around the world. She offers advice on renting equipment on site, finding the best dive operators, and securing necessary supplies.For convenience, the book is divided by island and cross-referenced geographically. Peachin discusses seasonal migratory patterns of fish, whales, and sharks, revealing the best times to see certain species. She identifies the most interesting reefs and wrecks to see, reveals which can be accessed directly from shore, and even shares information on other ""do not miss"" activities for those who wish to add a non-diving component to their vacation.This is a must-have reference for any diver looking for scuba destinations in the Caribbean.

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Both virgin and veteran divers will enjoy using this comprehensive resource on any dive trip to the Caribbean. - Lynn Seldon, author of Quick Escapes Florida and coauthor of Hidden Bahamas Always, you can count on Mary to provide an honest evaluation through her experienced eyes. She is constantly on the look for the best experience for any diver. And that's what Scuba Caribbean is all about. And that's why it's the perfect guide for any diver headed to a new Caribbean destination.... [This is] the guidebook I wish I had when I first dived the Caribbean. - from the foreword by Ben Davison, publisher of Undercurrent

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Mary L. Peachin, an advanced open water certified diver with 30 years of experience, is also an award-wining freelance adventure writer and photographer. She is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Sharks. Her writing has appeared in Sport Fishing Magazine, the Philadelphia Inquirer, and the Chicago Tribune.

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