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The Best Holiday Gifts for Scuba Divers

December 17, 2020 by Kurt Kucera

The holidays are around the corner. Therefore, people need to start preparing gifts for scuba diving enthusiasts on their gift list. The gift a person will give to a scuba diver friend will depend on their budget.

Choosing the best holiday gift for scuba divers can be challenging, especially for people who aren’t enthusiastic about scuba diving. Moreover, they are many gifts for scuba divers. Therefore choosing the best one can be confusing. People can find these gifts at local dive shops or online. Here are the best holiday gifts for scuba divers.

Ocean-Themed Jewelry

Scuba divers love the ocean. They enjoy scuba diving and taking photos or videos of marine life. Ocean-themed jewelry such as earrings, bracelets, and necklaces reminds them of ocean life.

If a scuba diver prefers to wear a wet suit instead of a suit, handmade bracelet cuffs with marine life designs can be a good holiday gift for them. Masks, diving helmet cufflinks, and snorkels are also great holiday gifts for a scuba diver.

T-Shirts or Hats

Scuba divers don’t always spend all their time underwater. When they are not Scuba diving, they are probably basking on the beach. Hats help protect their head from sunlight rays, which can be harmful. When people buy PADI gear hats, they somehow help keep plastic out of the ocean. It is because they use recycled plastic to make hats.

A t-shirt is yet another gift a scuba diver would love to receive. Before buying a t-shirt, it is advisable to ask the scuba diver which dive shop they prefer. The t-shirt can have phrases such as “I work well under pressure.”

Books about Sea Creatures and Scuba Diving

Before sending a holiday gift to a scuba diving enthusiast, the sender should consider the diver’s interests. If they enjoy reading books about sea creatures and scuba diving, then such books are the best holiday gifts.

For instance, National Geographic books inspire individuals to love and protect the underwater world. Books about scuba diving can also help them become better scuba divers and safe places to do it.

Scuba Diving Gadgets and Accessories

Thanks to technology, there are several gadgets that individuals can give to scuba divers. It includes a dive torch, GPS devices, underwater cameras, etc.

The above are some holiday gifts for scuba divers. The gifts should be unique and fit their budget range.

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Fall Travel Destinations for 2018

September 5, 2018 by Kurt Kucera

We are coming to the end of the summer season which means the weather is getting a little cooler and it could be time to plan that perfect vacation for the fall season. Whether you are traveling during a fall break, or when families are back in school, fall can actually be one of the most relaxing and cozy times to travel and go sightseeing. Whether you are just passing through, or prefer taking the cooler temperatures with smaller crowds, check out some of these fall travel destinations for 2018.

 

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

There is typically never a bad time to visit Montreal, however, the fall season is probably one of the best times to experience the Canadian gem. One of the most stunning views is of Mount Royal Park, located on a hill in the center of the city. Another ideal spot for visitors is the Montreal Botanical Gardens which is well worth the price of admission during this time. The best times to see fall colors are between mid-September and early November.

 

Damariscotta, Maine

When it comes to the fall season, anywhere in New England is an ideal travel destination as each state and mountain range comes with their unique scenery and fall activities. Plus, no matter where you go, you are probably only two or three hours from a major airport or Amtrak station. Now, if you have the time, you might want to consider visiting several of the New England states to enjoy their fall splendor. However, if time is not in abundance, a great place to start would be Damariscotta, Maine. This city is best known for its Maine Pumpkinfest and Regatta held every Columbus Day weekend. During this event, you can enjoy many activities such as pumpkin boat races where the participants must carve out pumpkins that weigh over 6,000 pounds.

 

Asheville, North Carolina

During the fall season in Asheville, North Carolina, the hills come alive. You have access to the Blue Ridge Parkway which is great for driving tours along with many hiking travelers for the adventurous traveler. Aside from its mountainous beauty, Asheville is also best known for the Biltmore Estate which is America’s largest privately owned estate. The Biltmore was built by the Vanderbilt family during the pinnacle of the Gilded Age. Visiting this estate is a great way to take in hints of European glamour and elegance without even having to cross the ocean.

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Man-Made Wonders of the Caribbean, Part 1

July 17, 2018 by Kurt Kucera

For thousands of years, humans have inhabited the islands and coastlines of the Caribbean and in the process, they have left behind legacies of great civilizations, conflicts, faith, and commerce. The Seven Man-Made Wonders of the Caribbean are included in this legacy. They feature the remains of the ancient cities and temples of the Mayans, the thriving historic capitals of Cuba and Puerto Rico as well as the Panama Canal. Let’s take a look at some of the man-made wonders of the Caribbean.

 

Mayan Ruins of the Mexican Caribbean

The ruins at Chichen Itza on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula were recently added to the new list of New Seven Wonders of the World. They stand as a lasting tribute to the Mayan civilization that raised the city between the years of 400 A.D and approximately 1400 A.D which is when it mysteriously vanished. The tallest and most well-known structure at Chichen Itza is the Pyramid of Kukulkan. The site, however, also contains a grand plaza, a marketplace, a ball court, and an ossuary. While the Tulum ruins are smaller in size, they are no less impressive as the walled port city is well-preserved in part due to the fact that it was inhabited deep into the 16th century. It is also a popular tourist site that combines ancient history with the beauty of the Caribbean cost which can be found just 80 miles south of Cancun.

 

The Basilica at Higuey, Dominican Republic

This structure is located near La Romana in the Dominican Republic and named for the spiritual mother of the Dominican order of nuns. It became a Catholic festival site after Dominican troops secured a victory over the French army at the nearby Battle of Sabana in 1691. After the victory, the soldiers offered their arms in Higuey as a tribute to Our Lady of Altagracia. The Basilica at Higuey is a modern structure that was built 1971 and is located forty minutes from the resort area of Punta Cana. It is, in fact, one of the most visited buildings in the DR and the signature 248-foot central arch along with its other architectural features are lit in bright colors during the night.

 

The Panama Canal

The Panama Canal is a testament to human industriousness as it links the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans by the narrow isthmus of Panama and through the Caribbean Sea. Construction of the canal began in 1880 and took over thirty years to complete while costing the lives of 22,000 workers. For over a century, it has remained a key shipping conduit that provides the only passage between the two oceans other than circling Cape Horn. In present day, about forty cargo and cruise ships make what is a nine-hour passage through the 48-mile canal as they pass through two sets of locks along with 17 artificial lakes.

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