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  • Photo of San Diego skyline with words "best free things to do in San Diego, CA"

    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

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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, 2024March 15, 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, 2024March 15, 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, 2024March 15, 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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  • A sunset in Key Largo with words "scuba diving Key Largo, FL" written over it.

    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Key Largo

    ByJason Botticelli May 13, 2024March 15, 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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    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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    Why the Scubapro Go Sport is a superior diving fin (According to a scuba instructor)

    ByJason Botticelli April 29, 2024October 8, 2025

    I had gone through several different types of fins until I found the Scubapro Go Sport, and then my…

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    Why Treasure Island is one of the Greatest adventure books of all time

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    Ahoy me mateys! Come with Scuba Jay on an adventure filled trip with deadly pirates in search of hidden…

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    Why the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is an Excellent Motorcycle

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    If you’re looking for a motorcycle to tool around town on, then let me tell you about the Royal…

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    The Ultimate Guide For Scuba Diving In Costa Rica

    ByJason Botticelli March 16, 2024August 24, 2025

    Picture yourself gliding through an underwater paradise, surrounded by vibrant coral reefs, graceful manta rays, and majestic whale sharks….

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Fort Lauderdale

    ByJason Botticelli March 10, 2024March 15, 2026

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Honduras

    ByJason Botticelli February 27, 2024July 8, 2026

    Ready to get off the beaten path? Ready for something a little more exotic and for a little adventure?…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Bimini, Bahamas

    ByJason Botticelli February 1, 2024August 24, 2025

    As the famous movie line goes “you’re gonna need a bigger boat.” However, not because of a menacing great…

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    The 16 Best Things To Do In Cancun According To Locals

    ByJoseph Duff January 31, 2024February 7, 2026

    The first time I landed in Cancun, I was convinced that I had three main objectives — get some…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Bora Bora

    ByJason Botticelli December 22, 2023May 4, 2026

    Usually what first comes to mind when Bora Bora is brought up is the image of bungalows perched up…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Turks and Caicos

    ByJason Botticelli December 4, 2023August 24, 2025

    It’s difficult not to think of scuba diving when thinking of Turks and Caicos – a British overseas territory…

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    The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Diving in Tulum

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023May 3, 2026

    Welcome to the Yucatan peninsula and cenote diving. But there is way more to Tulum than diving in its…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Greece

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023July 8, 2026

    Welcome to your big fat Greek dive trip!! Surprisingly, Greece only began to really allowing diving in its waters…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Miami

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023March 15, 2026

    Perhaps when one thinks about Miami, it’s Miami beach that comes to mind. Most divers probably don’t think about…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Aruba

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023August 24, 2025

    “Aruba, Jamaica, ooh I wanna take ya…..” While there is great debate on the Beach Boys’ song Kokomo, there…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Tobermory

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023May 4, 2026

    Take it from scuba Jay, you don’t have travel to the Caribbean or some exotic location to enjoy world…

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    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In The Cayman Islands

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023August 24, 2025

    If you’re looking for a complete guide to scuba diving in the Cayman Islands, look no further! Today we’ll…

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    The Ultimate guide to scuba diving in Barbados

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023August 24, 2025

    Welcome to Barbados, a small island in the West Indies where you can dive in both the Atlantic Ocean…

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  • The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Cancun

    The Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Cancun

    ByJason Botticelli November 29, 2023February 7, 2026

    It’s difficult to discuss dive trips, or even trips in general, to Mexico without discussing Cancun. One of the…

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    15 Best Things To Do In Tulsa

    ByJoseph Duff November 28, 2023April 8, 2026

    Tulsa is the second largest city in Oklahoma after Oklahoma City, and it is a place bursting with history…

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    11 Best Things To Do In Bora Bora

    ByJoseph Duff November 28, 2023September 11, 2024

    The dreamy isle of Bora Bora is the most-visited island in French Polynesia and is firmly etched into many…

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    15 Best Things To Do In Sarasota According To Locals

    ByJoseph Duff November 28, 2023March 15, 2026

    Sarasota is a city that encapsulates the essence of Florida life. Nestled on the southwestern coast, it combines white…

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    15 Best Things To Do In Cocoa Beach

    ByJoseph Duff November 28, 2023March 15, 2026

    It’s fair to say that Cocoa Beach, Florida is the quintessential American beach town! Nestled on the stunning east…

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    16 Best Things To Do In Huntsville According To Locals

    ByJoseph Duff November 28, 2023September 25, 2025

    Huntsville, fondly nicknamed the “Rocket City,” is a captivating gem just north of the Tennessee River. The city has…

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    15 Best Things To Do In Bozeman According To Locals

    ByJoseph Duff November 28, 2023July 17, 2026

    Having explored every nook and cranny of the Northern Rockies, I’ve always felt a special connection to Bozeman, Montana….

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    10 Best Things To Do In Tulum

    ByJoseph Duff November 28, 2023February 7, 2026

    There are so many things to do in Tulum, from exploring all of the ancient history to taking in…

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    11 Best Things To Do In Cabo San Lucas

    ByJoseph Duff November 27, 2023February 7, 2026

    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico – often referred to as Los Cabos alongside the nearby San Jose del Cabo –…

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