My Discovery W elcome to the brave new world beyond your scuba class, filled with the liquid destinations that make up more than two-thirds of our planet. Glance at a map and consider the reefs, islands, lakes, coves, and channels that await your exploration. If you're overwhelmed, relax. There are plenty of strategies to ensure that you're in the right place at the right time. T o begin with, one of your best options may be sticking with the group with which you trained.
Many dive shops offer local diving outings and group travel abroad.
While traveling, they're close by to answer equipment questions and monitor your initial dives. Depending on the region, shops may organize day trips to nearby dive sites. When you choose a shop, consider it a big plus if its staff organizes a variety of trips. This points to a dedicated following for the store and a source of potential dive buddies for you. As divers progress, some of them hop from one destination to another in search of very specific experiences.