Lionfish Invasion: The Saga Continues
As most divers know, the western Atlantic is experiencing an invasion that could be the environmental equivalent of D-Day — if we were on…
Family Resemblance: Exploring the Islands of Cayman Brac and Little Cayman
The Cayman Islands have a well-deserved reputation as a leading dive destination, with beautiful sugary-sand beaches, clear water and pristine diving and snorkeling. Grand…
“We’re Having a Grand Time” Enjoying the Island of Grand Cayman
To me, the Cayman Islands are more an experience — a state of mind or a way of being — than a physical place. Maybe it’s the miles of sugary sand beaches or the mind-blowing sunsets or the stunning walls and reefs just offshore. Or maybe it’s the ease of getting around and the friendliness of the locals, or the seemingly endless dining options. To me, the Cayman Islands, especially Grand Cayman, is just grand.
Cayman Brac – A Caribbean Favorite
In the northwestern Caribbean just 90 miles (144 km) south of Cuba is a trio of relatively small islands that make up the Cayman…
The Island of Little Cayman: A ‘Bucket List’ Dive Destination
In the movie “The Bucket List” two terminally ill men played by Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson create a wish list of things to…
An Interesting Dive Buddy: The Green Sea Turtle
Alternately gliding rather quickly, and then creeping ever so slowly, the octopus made its way across the reef. Hoping to photograph this clever master…
Rays: Beauty, Grace and Power Combined
Some bury themselves so well in sand bottoms that all you see is a faint outline of their bodies. Others rest out in the…
Echinoderms: Sea Stars, Crinoids, Brittle Stars, Basket Stars, Sea Cucumbers, Sea Urchins and Sand Dollars
Phylum: Echinodermata (spiny-skin) Whether you are a newly certified diver (if so, we offer our congratulations) or an old salt (good for you, too),…