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  • Photo of diagram of inner ear with words "scuba tips middle ear squeeze"

    Scuba Diving And Middle Ear Squeeze (According To A Scuba Instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli December 8, 2024July 14, 2025

    So you’re on your dive, starting to descend and bang! one or both of your ears start to hurt….

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Iceland

    ByJason Botticelli November 20, 2024August 24, 2025

    Iceland, a land of unparalleled beauty and geological marvels, offers some of the most unforgettable scuba diving experiences on…

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  • Photo of scuba diver giving "ok" sign with words "scuba tips hand signals"

    The 10 hand signals you HAVE to know while scuba diving (according to a scuba instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli November 10, 2024July 14, 2025

    Communication can sure be tricky underwater with a regulator in your mouth. However, we still need to relay messages…

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  • Photo of the Clearwater Beach pier with words "best free things to do in and around Clearwater, FL"

    22 Best Free Things to Do in and Around Clearwater, FL

    ByJoseph Duff October 18, 2024January 7, 2026

    Are you looking for free things to do in and around Clearwater, FL? You’re in the right place! Whether…

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    10 Best Free Things to Do Jacksonville, FL

    ByJoseph Duff October 14, 2024January 7, 2026

    Searching for free things to do Jacksonville FL? You’re in luck! This vibrant city offers a wide range of…

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  • Photo of old stone barn and log cabin by pond with words "Jay's Faves Sleepy Hollow"

    Why Sleepy Hollow is A Great, book, movie and Destination

    ByJason Botticelli October 10, 2024October 8, 2025

    I love Fall and Halloween. There’s just something about that time of year when the leaves change and a…

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    10 Best Free Things To Do In Naples, Florida

    ByJoseph Duff September 26, 2024January 7, 2026

    Looking for free things to do in Naples? You’re in luck! Naples offers a variety of activities that won’t…

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    15 Best Things To Do In Carlsbad, California

    ByJoseph Duff September 17, 2024May 28, 2025

    Carlsbad is a charming coastal town right on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Just 35 miles north of…

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  • Photo of Nassau Bahamas with words "best things to do in Nassau, Bahamas"

    The 15 Best Things To Do In Nassau According To Locals

    ByJoseph Duff September 13, 2024July 1, 2025

    Do you want to get a taste of paradise on your next vacation? You should head for the Bahamas…

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    The Ultimate Guide to Scuba diving picton, ontario

    ByJason Botticelli September 4, 2024August 24, 2025

    Shhhh…I’m going to let you in on a little secret. And that secret is Picton Ontario Canada is an…

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    15 Best Things To Do In Myrtle Beach

    ByJoseph Duff August 30, 2024July 1, 2025

    Nestled along the sun-kissed shores of South Carolina, Myrtle Beach isn’t just another beach town; it’s a vibrant community…

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    18 Best Things to Do in Key West with Kids for Unforgettable Family Fun

    ByJoseph Duff August 22, 2024January 7, 2026

    Imagine a paradise filled with history, entertainment, crystal-clear waters, and beautiful beaches. That’s what awaits you and your family…

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    Top 20 Things to Do in Vegas During the Day

    ByJoseph Duff August 13, 2024September 11, 2025

    Las Vegas is known for its dazzling nightlife, but did you know that Sin City also offers an abundance…

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    Why Clifton Hill Niagara Falls is a great summer tourist destination

    ByJason Botticelli August 6, 2024August 6, 2024

    Let’s get a couple of things out of the way up front. First, while there are some nice things…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Buffalo

    ByJason Botticelli August 5, 2024August 24, 2025

    I know what you’re thinking. Buffalo…scuba diving? But yes! Scuba Jay’s hometown does have some nice Great Lakes diving,…

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    Top 10 Things to Do in Erie, PA

    ByJoseph Duff August 2, 2024September 25, 2025

    Erie, PA, a hidden gem nestled on the shores of Lake Erie, offers a plethora of attractions that cater…

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    A Beginners guide to skydiving; Answers to the six questions asked most

    ByJason Botticelli July 19, 2024July 20, 2024

    So you want to jump out of a plane and see what it is like to skydive? Then read…

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    Top 25 Best Things to Do in the Florida Keys

    ByJoseph Duff July 15, 2024January 7, 2026

    Welcome to the Florida Keys, a tropical paradise stretching over 120 miles of azure waters and sun-kissed islands. Here,…

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    17 Best Things to Do in Jupiter, Florida

    ByJoseph Duff July 11, 2024January 7, 2026

    Welcome to Jupiter, Florida – a hidden gem on Florida’s East coast, offering a treasure trove of attractions, beautiful…

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    Why Jaws is a Perfect Summer Movie

    ByJason Botticelli July 10, 2024October 8, 2025

    As soon as you read the title I bet many of you heard the dun dun dun dun music…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In The 1000 Islands (Alexandria Bay)

    ByJason Botticelli July 1, 2024August 24, 2025

    Trust me, 1000 Island scuba diving on the St. Lawrence River off of the picturesque Alexandria Bay will have…

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    Why the shearwater teric is a superior dive computer (according to a scuba instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli June 28, 2024November 17, 2024

    I originally purchased my Shearwater Teric dive computer to serve as a backup to my Sherwood Profile dive computer…

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    12 Best Free Things To Do In Chicago

    ByJoseph Duff June 26, 2024September 25, 2025

    Welcome to Chicago, a city brimming with free attractions and events for visitors of all ages! From iconic landmarks…

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    Why going to the drive-in makes for an excellent summer night out

    ByJason Botticelli June 12, 2024October 8, 2025

    So I’m a movie guy. I mean I really love going to the movies!! to me, there is nothing…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In The Red Sea (Northern and Central)

    ByJason Botticelli June 10, 2024August 24, 2025

    At the mention of the Red Sea, most of us will conjure up an image of Moses parting it….

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    10 Best Free Things To Do In Houston

    ByJoseph Duff June 5, 2024August 4, 2025

    Did you know that Houston, Texas, has a ton of free attractions, activities, and hidden gems just waiting to…

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    8 Best Free Things To Do in San Diego

    ByJoseph Duff May 29, 2024May 28, 2025

    Visiting San Diego, California, doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, “America’s Finest City” offers a ton of…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Nassau New Providence Bahamas

    ByJason Botticelli May 24, 2024December 15, 2025

    While it’s technically not in the Caribbean Sea, It’s difficult to not think of the Bahamas when discussing the…

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    Why the Henderson Talon is a superior wetsuit (According to a scuba instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli May 22, 2024November 17, 2024

    The old saying “you get what you pay for” could not be more true with the Henderson Talon wetsuit….

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    24 Best Things To Do in Destin, Florida

    ByJoseph Duff May 20, 2024January 7, 2026

    Welcome to the Florida Panhandle and Destin; a popular vacation destination filled with stunning beaches, exhilarating water sports, and…

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    The 12 Best Free Things To Do in Orlando, Florida

    ByJoseph Duff May 15, 2024January 7, 2026

    Orlando is synonymous with world-famous theme parks, but did you know there’s a wide variety of free activities for…

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    The 15 Best Things To Do in Treasure Island, Florida

    ByJoseph Duff May 13, 2024January 7, 2026

    Located off of St. Petersburgh in the Gulf of Mexico is a treasure most don’t know about. Welcome to…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Key Largo

    ByJason Botticelli May 13, 2024January 7, 2026

    Considered by some to be the diving capital of the world, the beautiful Florida Keys are home to some…

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    15 Best Things To Do In Panama According To Locals

    ByJoseph Duff May 9, 2024September 11, 2024

    There is far more to Panama than the Panama Canal! From its beautiful beaches to its stunning national parks…

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    Why the Spyderco Snap-It Salt is a Great diving knife (According to a scuba instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli May 8, 2024November 25, 2024

    I have to start out by saying that this particular knife has been discontinued, which is a shame as…

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    Why the stahlsac Curacao Clipper is an excellent scuba gear travel bag (according to a scuba instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli May 6, 2024October 8, 2025

    I purchased my Stahlsac Curacao Clipper in 2020, just before heading off to Little Cayman (It was a short…

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    The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Diving In Panama

    ByJason Botticelli May 3, 2024August 24, 2025

    “Panama!! Panama a a a a a!” The first thing that pops into my mind when this country is…

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  • Picture of St. Lucia mountains with words "scuba diving in St. Lucia"

    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In St. Lucia

    ByJason Botticelli April 29, 2024January 9, 2026

    Imagine a world beneath the waves, teeming with vibrant marine life, a few shipwrecks, and a mysterious creature that…

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    Why The Cressi Eyes Evolution Mask is a great scuba diving mask (According to a scuba instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli April 29, 2024December 12, 2024

    Looking for a mask that is comfortable and offers an excellent field of vision, then look no further than…

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    Why The Sherwood Axis is a great Back inflate Buoyancy Compensator (According To A Scuba Instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli April 29, 2024October 3, 2025

    I’ve been diving for most of my life and have had the opportunity to wear various BCs. The Sherwood…

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