A scuba diving vacation is a great way to spend time with your family. As you explore the underwater world, it is easy to relax and let your stress melt away. You can even capture these moments on film. It is important to have the right gear in order to enjoy an underwater adventure with your loved ones. Here are some tips for planning the perfect family scuba diving vacation.
Bonaire
A family vacation to Bonaire, the Caribbean, will allow everyone in the family to dive and experience the underwater world. Bonaire has diving spots to suit all skill levels. You can also access the two-mile Klein Bonaire from Bonaire by boat. Buddy Dive's dive resorts offer boat diving as an option if you don’t feel like getting out on a vessel.
Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman, a paradise for families who love scuba diving, is the perfect place. Its varied dive sites will appeal to divers of all skill levels. For beginners, there are many sites to choose from. Experienced divers will prefer Stingray City. You can expect to see sharks while scuba diving in Grand Cayman. There are several swim-thrus as well as spur-and groove coral formations. The reef is home to the southern stingray as well as the spotted and gray eagle Rays.
Tioman Island (Malaysia)
Tioman Island is a great place to scuba dive if you're planning to take a family vacation to Malaysia. This beautiful island is known for its great diving. Salang, a small village on the island that is loved by scuba divers as well as tourists, is an option for families. The beautiful reef and abundances of fish make it an excellent spot for diving. There are many restaurants and hotels right on the beach.
Azura Benguerra
With its Afro-chic design and Mozambican-inspired elements, Azura Benguerra is a beautiful place to spend your vacation. This resort offers a variety of water activities and romantic candlelit dinners at the beach. If you are traveling with children, the Presidential Villa offers a great option. The Presidential Villa and plunge pool are available to guests.
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Vanuatu
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort is Vanustu, a fantastic spot for family scuba diving vacations. This scuba resort is part of Virtuoso. Booking your vacation through a Virtuoso advisor maximizes your travel experience and offers special features and benefits.
Zenobia shipwreck viewing site in Amalfi
For a family vacation to scuba dive, you should make sure to visit Zenobia's shipwreck viewing site. In 1980, the ferry was sunk by the Mediterranean Sea. It is known as "The Titanic of Med", and was capable of carrying more than PS200,000,000 worth of cargo at its sinking.