http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/liveaboard liveaboard Articles from ArticleSnatch.com Rss Follow Up Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:40:19 -0500 Scuba divers will be in for a treat this year as the MV Spree Live-Aboard announces its schedule of departures for 2012 with trips and scuba diving holidays to suit everyone. The first of the series of planned scuba diving holidays will begin in February with a six-day excursion to the Dry Tortugas and the Florida Keys which will be sponsored by Aqua-Tek Scuba from Edmonton in Alberta, Canada. In March, two three-day trips are also planned in the area which will be sponsored by Divers Direct and Deep South Divers. April will see scuba diving adventures to Mona Island in Puerto Rico with plenty of live boat drift boating trips planned and diving in deep crystal clear ocean waters where sheer cliff walls and caves are waiting to be explored. In May, passengers will be scuba diving in Florida as the vessel takes them on a special technical diving trip where they will be able to go wreck diving to sites such as the USS Kendrick, USS Wilkes-Barre, USS S-16, and USS Fred T. Berry.Wreck diving]]> Scuba diving holidays]]> Diving adventures]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Schedule-Of-2012-Mv-Spree-Live-aboard-Scuba-Diving-Adventures-Announced/3615983 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:08:42 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Schedule-Of-2012-Mv-Spree-Live-aboard-Scuba-Diving-Adventures-Announced/3615983 Similan liveaboard]]> liveaboard similan]]> liveaboards similan]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Make-Your-Dream-About-A-Wonderful-Vacation-Come-True--/3613310 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:06:18 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Make-Your-Dream-About-A-Wonderful-Vacation-Come-True--/3613310 Many of us dream to observe the underwater life closely enough to witness the splendor which is there at the bottom of the sea. If that is what you are coveting to do in the near future, then come to Phuket and get thunderstruck with the nautical life of Phuket. This place is full of exhilarating things to see and do. Almost anything a visitor could think of experiencing is available at Phuket. The conveniences and facilities like top-notch dining, going to the places of interest and Phuket Scuba diving, which are available here, have added to its attraction amongst the vacationers during the past few years. Furthermore, not even a single visit to the place would be complete without a jaunt to the beach. There are a great number of beaches all around Phuket which are absolutely marvelous and magnificent. This is not all, apart from being the abode of probably the most attractive and exquisite beaches in the world; Phuket also proffers an enthralling and exciting night life for the tourists; that gives an experience to treasure for a lifetime.Similan liveaboard]]> liveaboard similan]]> liveaboards similan]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Spend-Your-Time-At-Phuket-And-Relish-The-Memorable-Moments-Eternally--/3613308 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:05:27 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Spend-Your-Time-At-Phuket-And-Relish-The-Memorable-Moments-Eternally--/3613308 Phuket has a large number of diving spots for every kind of scuba divers. For the professionals or experienced divers diving spots are spread over a big region. So the Liveaboard boats are of great demand here. These boats are specially made to suit every kind of people with amazing facilities so that people can live in these boats and do not miss the facilities of a hotel by a huge margin. These boats as they spend a lengh of time on outer sea needs special maintainance to maintain the high standard. These boats help divers in a number of ways. Most importantly it saves time and labour both. Firstly if a tourist needs to cover a number of diving sopts from a hotel he has to travel with all diving gears everyday from hotel. This is very time consuming and also expensive. Liveaboard boats are a great solution in this matter and so becoming very popular in Thailand. These boats have the capacity to carry a pretty decent number of people in a single tour. Tourists can pack all the diving gears they need along with everyday requirements and travel from one spot to another without wasting valuable time.Liveaboard]]> Liveaboard Diving]]> Liveaboard Diving in Thailan]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Once-In-A-Lifetime-Experience-Of-Living-Aboard-Diving-In-Thailand/3597848 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:43:24 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Once-In-A-Lifetime-Experience-Of-Living-Aboard-Diving-In-Thailand/3597848 explore the beauty of underwater marine life]]> maldives cruise]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Blue-Water-Adventure---Explore-The-Beauty-Of-Underwater-Marine-Life/3589493 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:59:52 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Blue-Water-Adventure---Explore-The-Beauty-Of-Underwater-Marine-Life/3589493 diving in maldives]]> attractions in maldives]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dive-Beneath-The-Great-Blue-In-Paradise-Archipelago-Maldives/3575570 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:45:23 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dive-Beneath-The-Great-Blue-In-Paradise-Archipelago-Maldives/3575570 maldives]]> diving in maldives]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Diving-In-Maldives-----An-Underwater-Paradise/3370274 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 01:07:04 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Diving-In-Maldives-----An-Underwater-Paradise/3370274 A magical place in the Gulf of Mexico, south of the Texas-Louisiana border has been discovered by Pam Leblanc, a news editor who writes about her scuba diving experience in an article for the Austin American-Statesman. Published by Chron.com, an online digital magazine, Leblanc's article sheds light on a little known scuba diving paradise in the American state of Texas; the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary. Comprising 100 miles of underwater biodiversity sitting right in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico, this amazing site can be described as one of the wildest, most beautiful marine wonders of the world, at the mercy of the unpredictable Gulf currents, which at times can be very unforgiving indeed. From manta rays to whale sharks, octopuses, sea turtles giant coral heads larger than cars and hundreds of colourful sea creatures and invertebrates, the Flower Garden Banks are teeming with exotic life. All kinds of fish thrive here in an environment unlike any other where the underwater scenery changes completely depending on what time of year you venture out here to enjoy scuba diving holidays in the Gulf of Mexico, at exactly 115 miles south of the Texas-Louisiana border.Scuba diving holidays]]> scuba diving paradise]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Scuba-Diving-In-Gulf-Of-Mexico-Rivals-Caribbean-Destinations/3135114 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 05:10:51 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Scuba-Diving-In-Gulf-Of-Mexico-Rivals-Caribbean-Destinations/3135114 maldives cruise]]> liveaboard maldives]]> atoll explorer]]> maldives culture]]> maldives arts and crafts]]> maldives cuisine]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Discovering-The-Ancient-Traditions-Of-Maldives-Culture/3002183 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 02:10:39 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Discovering-The-Ancient-Traditions-Of-Maldives-Culture/3002183 diving in maldives island]]> maldives island hotel]]> velassaru maldives]]> diving in maldives]]> attractions in maldives]]> things to do in maldives]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Diving-In-Maldives--A-Sensational-Experience/2996536 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:57:08 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Diving-In-Maldives--A-Sensational-Experience/2996536 Sipadan Liveaboard]]> Celebes Explorer]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/It-Is-Not-Just-About-Diving-In-Sipadan/2869684 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 06:36:52 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/It-Is-Not-Just-About-Diving-In-Sipadan/2869684 Do you want to know more about Sipadan Diving Centre? Those who love to explore the world and the different things it has to offer know that there is a vast world beyond what we see. Sometimes it exists in the form of the caves that take us through their spiraling ways and make us discover the depths beneath the surface. For those of us who love exploring the oceans, scuba diving is a medium through which we can get close to the marine life and learn more about it by becoming a part of it for some time. And sometimes we explore the beauty of nature in the hidden serenity of the oceans. Scuba diving our way through the nooks and corners of the seas makes us discover the treasures they hide and the splendid sights they behold. With all these features and a lot more to offer, the diving center at the Sipadan Islands in Malaysia is one such place where not only the entire experience of scuba diving but your love for exploring the deep blue seas also gets redefined.Sipadan Liveaboard]]> Celebes Explorer]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Explore-The-Oceans-With-Sipadan-Diving-Centre/2869683 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 06:36:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Explore-The-Oceans-With-Sipadan-Diving-Centre/2869683 MV Celebes Explorer, is the only liveaboard diving around Sipadan Island area. Celebes Explorer Liveaboard provides diving around Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai and Si Amil islands. A week cruise with Sipadan Liveaboard will have 4 full days of diving (4-5 dives subject to weather condition) in Sipadan, which is well known for its pelagic and turtles. The rest will cover Mabul, Kapalai which are good for muck dives and finally Si Amil which is full of soft and hard corals as well as macros. All the diving activities are conducted through a chased boat which can comfortably fit in 10 guests at any one time. Celebes Explorer Liveaboard will overnight either at Mabul or Si Amil islands before proceed to Sipadan Island. Diving with Celebes Explorer Liveaboard guarantee Sipadan Permit, only 120 permits are allowed to dive in Sipadan Island daily. The island is one of the spectacular dive sites in the world with more than 3,000 species and use to have restaurants and resorts on the island, then the Government of Malaysia has decided that all dive resort operators are to move their operations out of Sipadan Island by 31st December 2004.Sipadan Liveaboard]]> Celebes Explorer]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Sipadan-Liveaboard/2869673 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 06:31:08 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Sipadan-Liveaboard/2869673 Scuba diving, skin diving and snorkeling in The Similan Islands National Marine Park is considered the best in Thailand. The stunning beauty of the Similan Islands with the crystal clear turquoise blue waters that have attracted divers, snorkelers and travelers alike is a must see for all nature lovers for a good reason. There are schools of fish from shallow water to deep depths giving you the best opportunity to both snorkel, scuba dive and even offer you a chance to do challenging deep technical dives. Beyond the crystal clear waters of the Similan Islands with hundreds of different species of reef fish, turtles, manta rays and whale sharks, more than 200 different kinds of corals from colorful soft coral, huge gorgonian sea fans, to huge boulder corals are surrounding Similan and Surin Islands. Livaboard in the Similan Iislands Travel and Dive in comfort and style on Khaolak Scuba Adventures liveaboards Manta Queen I and Manta Queen II. You will cruise the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock in great comfort with our top class PADI dive crew, enjoying your time in and out of the water!Similan]]> islands]]> khao lak]]> liveaboard]]> day trip]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Scuba-Diving/2585205 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 01:46:10 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Scuba-Diving/2585205 Diving, scuba diving and snorkelling are extremely popular ways to spend holidays in Thailand. Thailand has fantastic dive sites, reefs and shipwrecks which from you can choose your favourite dive site. Diving in Thailand is also popular hobby and a way to spend quality time with friends or family. Thailand is a nice place to dive because the under sea visibility in many dive sites can be up to 30 metres and there are coral gardens, undersea rock formations, hard and soft corals, sharks, manta rays and shipwrecks you may see while diving. There are also many options in diving to choose from for example, you can dive, scuba dive, snorkel or choose one or even more diving courses from PADI diving courses. There are many great dive sites in Thailand, the Andaman Sea in the west and The Gulf of Thailand in the East. You can dive all year round but the best times to dive in the Andaman Sea is from November to April and also from June to September. The best time to dive in the Gulf of Thailand is from May to September.Diving in Thailand]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Diving-In-Thailand---The-Similan-Islands/2527418 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 03:41:10 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Diving-In-Thailand---The-Similan-Islands/2527418 Living on the Boat Lots of people have desires living on the boat. Most never truly do a lot more than dream, however for individuals who are actually planning to behave relating to your dream, listed here are a couple of points to mirror on before going for it. Individuals who survive motorboats are very probably the top experts regarding how to live in a tiny space and just how to save limited water and energy. Living on the boat takes some changes in comparison to the way in which you'd reside in a home on land. Space is a significant component when living on the boat and each sq . inch must be used effectively. While a great number of motorboats are made with track of well-organized space for storage, you still have to lessen in your possessions a little to obtain items to pack effectively in to the boat. Living on the boat also offers other distinctions from living in a tiny house. Water together with conditions is a normal danger towards the integrity of your house as well as your families safety and well-being.boating]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Living-On-The-Boat/2521133 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:07:55 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Living-On-The-Boat/2521133 Liveaboard diving, more frequently well known in the industry as a diving safari, is becoming increasingly popular, because up until recently they have been very expensive, but due to the shrink in economy, the diving trade has dipped radically and thereon cheap deals for diving holidays which are normally all inclusive have been introduced in an effort to attract existing customers and potential customers too. In the private sector Liveaboards are normally converted yachts or powerboats which accommodate to two people that would be their primary home, which would be based in the marina and at sea. But in the commercial trade, liveaboards are usually specifically designed which are built to accommodate ten to thirty divers for a week, maybe more, with a length of fifty to one hundred and thirty feet. Liveaboard holidays are not just for practiced divers though, many companies propose packages for people who have little or no experience in diving. An additional reason why liveaboard holidays are becoming increasingly popular is that up until approximately ten years ago, the boat would be extremely limited to how many people it can bear, and the features it had onboard were really plain.liveaboards]]> deep sea diving]]> diving safari]]> diving holidays]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Deep-Sea-Diving/2378432 Sun, 01 May 2011 10:11:58 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Deep-Sea-Diving/2378432 maldives villas]]> cruising in maldives]]> maldives]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Cruising-In-Maldives---Indulge-In-A-Voyage-Of-A-Lifetime/2122179 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 22:04:28 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Cruising-In-Maldives---Indulge-In-A-Voyage-Of-A-Lifetime/2122179 sailing]]> watermaker]]> cruising]]> boating]]> water]]> sailboat]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Choosing-A-Watermaker/2000618 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 07:14:26 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Choosing-A-Watermaker/2000618 It is no secret that the waters in an around the Maldives Islands harbour some of the most incredible marine vistas on the planet. With its balmy climes that minimize the need for extensive equipment such as wet-suits, the myriad of both deep sea dive sites and shallows ideal for snorkelling as well as waters which are neither too tame nor often dangerous, the Maldives archipelago is a veritable Mecca for diving enthusiasts. Drift diving from liveaboards is the preferred method of diving in the Maldives, which depends on the currents for mobility. These same currents drift nutrients such as plankton between channels and sea passages created by the atolls, making something of an a la carte buffet for the passing shoals of fish. As a result, vast shoals of exotic fish congregate within the water flows, underwater caverns and overhangs of soft coral, creating some of the most rewarding dive sites in the Indian Ocean. These areas usually see a proliferation of sponges, gorgonian fans and invertebrate species feasting on the nutrients, while cleaning wrasses and shrimps are preyed upon by larger marine dwellers. Other species that populate the water flows are parrotfish, jacks, snappers, sweetlips and barracudas.Maldives Island Resort]]> Maldives Resorts]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Explore-The-Most-Stunning-Of-Undersea-Vistas-While-Diving-In-The-Maldives/1783842 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:20:53 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Explore-The-Most-Stunning-Of-Undersea-Vistas-While-Diving-In-The-Maldives/1783842