Tag Archives: snorkeling

Dive Into Summer

Over in the PHOTOGRAPHY blog I just wrapped up a series of posts on underwater pictures. It wasn’t until a few weeks ago when I was watching my daughter frolic on one of Hawaii’s most beautiful beaches that I considered experimenting with an underwater camera. She loves the water and can almost swim on her own so it won’t be long before the only opportunity I will get to snap her at the beach will be underwater as she freestyles away from me. The other reason I am considering taking some underwater photography classes is because I grew up in … Continue reading →

Let’s Go Snorkeling

Typically, one of the first things my friends want to do when they visit me in Hawaii is snorkel. Who can blame them? First of all, you don’t have to be an Olympic athlete to stick a tube in your mouth, slap on some fins and a mask, and float around in the ocean. Secondly, you don’t need to travel very far to find a good snorkeling spot (the island’s crystal clear waters and myriad schools of neon-bright tropical fish make snorkeling an easy and rewarding experience). However, if you are visiting the area by yourself you may not want … Continue reading →

Cancun Vacation – Xel-ha A Snorkeler’s Heaven

Xel-ha nicknamed “Snorkel Heaven” definitely deserves the title. It was my first time to snorkel and I was a little nervous but he combination of fresh and salt water in the calm waters of Xel-ha was prefect. We swam for hours watching the plentiful schools of colorful fish, both large and small, and even saw a few manta rays swimming along the bottom. Activities The park is open from 9am to 6pm and there is plenty to keep you busy the entire time. You can explore lush jungle paths on bicycle or foot. Refresh yourself in the crystal clear waters … Continue reading →