Mayaguana...PRISTINE EASTERN MOST BAHAMIAN OUTPOST!! RECENTLY OPENED FOR DIVING!!! JACQUES COUSTEAU STYLE DIVING!!! These are the first trips after the initial exploratory trips last year! 
Another exciting and very luxurious liveboard experience awaits you! We have booked the Explorer Ventures Liveaboard
for an all inclusive INCLUDING alcohol and sodas Mayaguana...What Diving Used to Be! Sept 3-10, 2011. Scheduling 5 dives daily, including night dives, the vessel boards in Providenciales Turks & Caicos airport code PLS on Saturday and offers 5 days of diving for the week. Mayaguana is the easternmost island in the Bahamas, or about 350 miles southeast of Nassau and 40 nautical miles from PLS. The island has only 300 inhabitants and miles and miles of pristine reef that has not been explored other than a few trips last year when Nekton started developing this itinerary. This is WALL DIVING on STEROIDS!! - And they start at 60-70feet so a perfect venue for Nitrox to maximize bottom time!
*Thanks to ScubaShafer for this amazing shot!!
*Thanks to ScubaShafer for this amazing shot!!Mayaguana has some of the most beautiful unspoiled coral reefs in all the Bahamas. Divers feel as it they are one of the first undersea explorers to see this pristine undersea world and in many cases they very well may be. With only a handful of established sites...you could be diving on completely virgin reefs. With no formal dive operations on the island, a liveaboard is the ONLY way to dive this amazing destination.
*Thanks to ScubaShafer for this amazing shot!!
*Thanks to ScubaShafer for this amazing shot!! For the few divers that have dove this amazing island...they have seen Nurse sharks, Caribbean reef sharks, nurmerous rays, spotted eagle rays, jacks, grouper, turtles and numerous species of fish. With Turks and Caicos so close we expect to also see blacktips, tiger sharks, hammerheads, and manta rays. This will be wall diving filled with huge gorgonian fans, barrel sponges, hard-coral arches and macro life. Perhaps the most fun aspect is that the marine life is just as curious about us as we are them!
*Thanks to ScubaShafer for this amazing shot!! THE BOAT:
The Salon:
The Dive Deck:
and the Sun Deck:
For $1895* d/o or $3126.75 s/o Lower Stateroom; $2095* d/o or $3,456.75 s/o Main Stateroom or for $2295* d/o or $3,786.75 s/o VIP Stateroom - plus airfare - you'll have a unique dive vacation unlike any other AND you'll be diving on very pristine sites reachable only by a liveaboard!
*$2295.00 pp d/o or $3,786.75 s/o - VIP Stateroom: king bed, desk and chair, dresser, hanging closet, wardrobe, large window, TV, private ensuite bathroom (King Sized Bed only so only for a couple or s/o) Staterooms 1 & 2 (4 spots) Avail: 0 spots
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*$1,895.00 pp d/o or $3,126.75 s/o - Lower Deck Stateroom: twin beds, dresser, hanging closet, port lights, private ensuite bathroom - Staterooms 8-10 (6 spots) Avail: 0 spots
PRICE SUMMARY:
VIP Stateroom has only 1 bed, so $2295 pp d/o, or $3,786.75 s/o.0 SPOTS AVAILABLE!Main Stateroom (Has 2 beds) $2095 pp d/o, or $3,456.75 s/o.0 SPOTS AVAILABLE!Lower Stateroom (Has 2 beds).$1895 pp d/o, or $3,126.75 s/o.0 SPOTS AVAILABLE
+ $150 Nitrox (paid at time of booking) + $95 fuel* (payable on board) + $85 port/departure fees* (payable on board) + approx $30 in taxi transfers (to be paid directly to taxi drivers)
*Subject to change
Who's Going: (SEE POST #2 FOR FULL LIST OF WHO IS GOING)
1. Kamala aka WreckWench
Payments Summary To Date: $1895 room - $50 early pay = $1845 + $150nitrox
7nite/5day AI Pkg: Lower Stateroom $1895 less $50 early booking = $1845 PAID IN FULL
Fees ($180 Payable on Boat): Pay on Boat
Available Discounts List if Applied: Early booking of $50
Extra Days/Nights: Possible extra night in T&C before the trip starts (See ability to dive T&C afterwards for 3-7 days)
Nitrox $150 for Trip Dives: YES $150 PAID IN FULL
D/O or S/O: D/O
Documents: SD Waiver - Rec'd SD Survey - Rec'd EV Docs - Faxed to EV & Rec'd by SD
Dive Insurance Current: YES Dive Assure & DAN
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
Flight Details: TBA
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out):None
Other: Mostly vegetarian
CHECKS & DOCS IN CYBERSPACE: SEE POST #2 FOR FULL DETAILS!
Those who want to go but just can't commit:
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WAITING LIST:
4. Ari aka vettenorlando
Trip Instructor:
Trip Videographer:
Trip Photographer:
Those Wanting Classes:
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Those wanting to participate in SD's Rent-A-Buddy program (limited # of Participants):
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Those wanting to Dive A Cochran for DAN Research for FREE and chance at great deal if buying one!:
1. Kamala aka WreckWench
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Those Diving Nitrox:
1. Kamala aka WreckWench
2. Tammy aka Landlocked Dive Nut
3. Deborah aka divewhileyoucan
4. Susan aka Resqdew
5. Erica aka TXAggieDiver
6. Bill aka ScubaTex
7. Tina aka Libra89
8. Liz aka Lady Liz
9. Kathy aka HoustonAngelfish
10 Joe aka ThatJoeGuy
11. Debra aka deb4diving
12. Clint aka scubaclint
13. Mandi aka landlocked
14. Larry aka orcaman
15. Beth aka Bubbles
16. Richard aka ScubaVazz
Those Celebrating a Milestone on this Trip (Birthday, Significant Dive, Etc):
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Those Arriving Early and Wanting to Share a Room for 1 nite or OR WANT TO BE PART OF THE 2nd TRIP TO T&C ONLY!!! (Pls Give Us Total # Extra Nites):
1. Bill aka ScubaTex, extra week of diving T&C, departing 9/17/11
2. Susan aka Resqdew, staying 9/10 and 9/11, departing 9/12/11
3. Erica aka TXAggieDiver, extra 4 days, 3 nights
4. Liz aka Lady Liz, arr 9/2
5. Kathy aka HoustonAngelfish, 9/2 at Comfort Suites
6. Beth aka Bubbles, arr 9/2
7. Richard aka ScubaVazz, arr 9/2
Those Wanting to do Land Based Diving either Before or After the Liveaboard (Pls Tell Us if Before Or After & How Many Days):
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PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• 7 nights/5 diving days d/o room
• SD Famous 'Meet & Greet Get To Know Everyone' Parties
• Air fills, tanks, lead and weight belt
• ALL onboard meals and snacks, refreshments, water, juice, tea, coffee + All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• SD T-Shirt commemorating the trip!
• Daily SD.com H20 Happy Hours
• Diving Gifts and Giveaways from various SD Vendor Partners as available
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Airfare to Turks and Caicos (PLS is airport code)
• Friday night Dinner (In town with the group or on your own)
• approx $30 to $50 roundtrip taxi's payable to taxi at time of service
• $85** Port Change (Payable on boat)
• $95** Fuel surcharge (Payable on boat)
** (Due to the volatile nature of fuel prices & port fees, this amount may increase or decrease upon 30 days' notice, and the actual surcharge/fee applicable to a certain trip may be different.) Fuel surchg was lowered Feb 2010.
• Optional Sightseeing in Turks & Caicos or even add'l boat or Shore Diving locally (see tripadvisor.com for what to do and we'll use the thread to help plan groups of people sightseeing or doing extra diving.)
• Nitrox upgrade ($150 for the week payable by 90 days out (Payable to SD.com)
• Rental, instruction and retail charges (SD will have an instructor on this trip so consider doing that cert you've always wanted!)
• Crew gratuities usually 10% to 15% of base pkg or approx $200 to $300. NOTE: EV suggests 20%. It is up to you if you wish to tip to this level...I have seen their crew warrant it so its a personal decision.
• 3% non-cash fee on all payments per transaction that are made via credit card or paypal.
• Trip Insurance is OPTIONAL BUT STRONGLY ENCOURAGED If you miss the boat you've missed the trip! (see the end of this post for 2 great insurance links)
• Dive Insurance is MANDATORY. We recommend both Diver's Alert Network for Dive Insurance Only pls use reference ID 1603080 or Dive Assure (choose SingleDivers.com via the drop down menu) where you get your Dive Insurance and Trip Insurance in one policy.
• SD's Rent-A-Buddy: Have your own private DM as your dive buddy and coach. Want to polish your skills? Reinforce what you just learned in your certification dives? Improve your air consumption? Then hire a dive coach/private guide for your trip! $50 per day or $150 for 5 days diving.
• Shuttle service between the Airport and your EV Liveaboard is NOT included but you can take a taxi for approx $20 per person. SD will help arrange shared taxi's if you wish to share and possible reduce the fare. If nothing else you'll have company during the ride!
• Departure taxes (approximately US$35 and should be in your airline ticket fee)
OPTIONAL:
Single Supplement: Due to the unique nature of this trip, the The Single Room Upgrade is available as a VIP for $3,786.75 or see our 'sleep together discount' and get the room for $2295 per person (min of 2 people)
Main Stateroom s/o $3,456.75 and Lower Stateroom is $3,126.75
• Nitrox $150 for the week
DISCOUNTS:
• First DIBS BOOKING for PREMIER MEMBERS until MARCH 12th!
• $25 Mail In Rebate for SD premier or charter membership redeemable after the trip with 30 days (Click here for the form & details!
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• Add'l $50 Active Duty Military Discount for any active duty military of any country that fights for freedom.
• Deposit is a $500 per person non-refundable deposit. (Deposit can be refunded via claims on your trip insurance if you have to cancel or by selling your spot to a non-SD.com member. Ask SD for help.)
• Price includes cash discount. Please add 3% if paying via credit card or paypal. Echecks via SD's Payment Link in my signature incur NO add'l charge.
PAYMENT TERMS & SCHEDULE:
PROGRESS PAYMENTS:
a. $500 due at booking to lock in a spot (payment must be rec'd within 7 days to be valid or your spot will be released)
b. March 12th, 2011: Last Day for $200 VIP s/o or $100 VIP d/o, $75 or $50 early payment in full discount
c. March 12th, 2011: Last Day for Premier Members to get 'first dibs' booking before basic/standard members
d. April 15, 2011: $500
e. May 28, 2011: $500
f. July 3, 2011: $795 VIP or $595 Main or $395 Lower + Nitrox + any extras.
Note: Trip must be paid in full 60 days prior to departure. Extras must also be paid in full 60 days prior ie. Nitrox, extra nights etc.
PAYMENT OPTION / HOW TO PAY:
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This trip may sell out quickly due to the great pricing we have so in order to ensure timely & accurate processing of payment receipts, ONLY PAYMENTS RECEIVED VIA OUR SECURE PAYMENT GATEWAY WILL BE ACCEPTED AND WILL QUALIFY FOR THE EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS
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SAMPLE ITINERARY
Days aboard Turks & Caicos Explorer II generally involve breakfast from 7 am to 8 am (cold breakfast is available for late risers), followed by two morning dives, lunch at 12:30 pm, two afternoon dives, dinner at 6:30 pm, and a night dive. Island shore excursions will be arranged when possible for those interested. Please note also that this itinerary is an example only, and will change depending on weather and logistics at the Captain's discretion.
While each Mayaguana cruise may vary due to weather and sea conditions, the outline below will give you a good feel for the adventure you could experience!
Saturday:
Your adventure begins as you arrive in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The word Turks derived from the Islands' pirate history, when 17th and 18th century pirates used the islands as hideouts and preyed upon the passing Spanish treasure ships bound for Europe. The term "Turk" for a pirate stemmed two centuries earlier when the Ottoman Empire dominated the Mediterranean and Turkish corsairs harried European Atlantic shipping, thus translated "Turks" Islands becomes "Pirate" Islands!
Though transfers are not included in the package, you will usually be met at the airport by a local driver who will be aware of the boat's location. Due to tides, weather conditions and her size, the vessel's weekend location and schedule is tide-dependent, and she may be located either in Caicos Marina or anchored offshore. If you are not met at the airport and are unsure where to meet the boat, simply ask your cab driver to call the boat's cell phone number or VHF Channel 16 and ask for instructions. Cab rides can vary from $15 to $30 per person depending on the time of day and number of people. Since you may be picked up by dinghy at a beach, you will be more comfortable if you wear sandals or deck shoes and either shorts, or trousers or pants that can be rolled up.
If you are staying overnight on Providenciales prior to boarding: While the vessel normally docks at Caicos Marina, tides and/or weather may dictate an early departure. Please be sure that your application form has included your hotel information on Providenciales, and call the vessel prior to checking out of your hotel to determine where and when to board. Normally, the boat is available for boarding after 3 p.m.
If you experience travel difficulties and are delayed, please contact the vessel on Saturday and notify them.
3:00pm Guests may begin to board the Explorer II. The vessel will normally be located at Caicos Marina but may depart early due to tides or weather. If you are staying on island, please check in with the vessel on Saturday morning to determine when and where to meet the boat. If you are arriving on Saturday, you will usually be met at the airport.
We will get underway for Mayaguana this evening so be sure to take your seasickness meds and get plenty of rest while we do our crossing.
Sunday - Friday Morning:
After clearing customs in Mayaguana, exploration begins in the waters around the island. The diving here ranges from shallow water reef dives to deep blue water drop-offs. There are quite a few impressive swim throughs as well. The reefs along the wall are very healthy and have lots of colorful sponges, corals, and tunicates. Small shrimps and crabs are attached to many of these corals, which provide an excellent site for macro photographers. You will also find colorful tropical fish, schools of blue tangs, hawksbill turtles, large grouper, reef sharks, nurse sharks and many more.
Enjoy at least 4 - 5 dives per day, including a night dive. A typical day goes something like this:
6 - 8:00 a.m. Breakfast Buffet
8:00 a.m. Dive briefing on sundeck followed by open diving
10:00 a.m. Mid-morning snack
11:45 a.m. Back onboard
12:00 noon While lunch is Served, boat moves to afternoon dive site
1:00 p.m. Dive site briefing on sundeck followed by open diving
3:00 p.m. Mid-afternoon snack
5:45 p.m. Back onboard
6:00 p.m. Dinner is served
8:00 p.m. Dive deck opens again for night dive
10:00 p.m. Depart for tomorrow morning's new dive site.
Friday Afternoon:
IF WE CAN ARRANGE IT... we will enjoy an evening ashore where the friendly locals are pulling out the red carpet and showing EV's guests the charming town. If we can arrange it a guided tour will be given of the main settlements. Dinner will be served at the Baycaner. Please bring $25 cash for the guided tour and dinner. Alcoholic beverages are not included in the $25 fee. (Please note: Bring cash with you. There are no banks or ATM's on the island. Credit cards are not accepted.)
Mayaguana Settlements
Betsy Bay
Located on the West Coast; Enjoy the scenery of quaint pastel cottages, secluded' wild corn plants, saucy hummingbirds.
Pirate's Well
Located on the North Coast; hear the tales of the buried treasure lost on the island. Enjoy dinner at Baycaner - directly across the street from Pirates Well.
Abraham's Bay
Located on the South coast; is the main town where you will find the harbor; (Quick fact: the main form of communication is mail boat once a week)
North Beach
Enjoy the stunning ocean flats scenery. Where you will see tropical birds such as the West Indian Flamingo and the Brown Booby.
Mayaguana Airport
The 11,000 foot runway was part of former US missile tracking stations used during the NASA Project Mercury and Apollo programs to help keep the astronauts on course.
Friday night:
The boat makes the passage back to Turks and Caicos Islands.
Saturday:
0700/0830 Continental breakfast
0900 Depart the Explorer II. Should you be leaving on an afternoon flight, you may leave your luggage aboard for pickup later. However, cabs are very expensive and it can be costly to return to the vessel.
Due to the necessity of readying the vessel for our next cruise, we must strictly enforce the 9 am departure.
Additional Tours or Diving in T&C:If you want to book add'l tours after our trip let us know! We'll have a full list of them posted soon. AND you can take FULL ADVANTAGE Of YOUR TICKET TO PLS and dive in T&C for 2-7 days after the Mayaguana trip.
THE VESSEL:
The Explorer II recently emerged from a refit/renovation in February 2007. The flagship of our growing fleet, the incomparable custom vessel was purchased by Explorer Ventures in December, 2004. The vessel was designed from the ground up and built as a corporate charter and liveaboard dive vessel in 1995. The newly-refurbished luxury vessel carries up to 20 passengers and 8 crew. All staterooms throughout the vessel have port lights or windows, individually-controlled air-conditioning, and private ensuite bathrooms. A comfortable full-width salon, located forward of the spacious dive deck, provides seating for all guests at once, a wet bar, and an entertainment area with VCR/DVD and CD stereo. The boat deck, one level up, has ample room for sunning and relaxing; the flybridge includes a barbeque, wet bar, and comfortable seating for up to 15. The two VIP staterooms located on the upper boat deck, as well as the two forward staterooms on the main deck, are equipped with TV/VCR. The dive deck of course include nitrox, individual gear bins, rinse tanks, camera table, recharging facilities, and ramp-style stair access to the swim platform for easy access into the water. The Turks & Caicos Explorer II comfortably accommodates 20 passengers in 10 double staterooms, each of which have private bathroom facilities, individually-controlled air conditioning, hanging closet and wardrobe. The air-conditioned main salon on the main deck includes dining tables, TV/DVD, video library and lounge area. A large sundeck with lounge chairs and buffet area is located aft of the upstairs deckhouse, which contains two additional passenger staterooms, pilothouse, and Captain's cabin. A large, awning-covered flybridge with wet bar, barbecue and seating for 12 to 15 is accessed from the sun deck as well. The dive deck is equipped with a bathroom, individual gear lockers, camera table, recharging station, air and nitrox filling stations, tank racks, freshwater showers, and a separate fresh water rinse for both scuba and underwater camera equipment. There are two large stairways accessing the dive platform, where two in-water ladders hang for easy access to and from the water. The Turks & Caicos Explorer II is also equipped with a satellite telephone for outgoing calls worldwide.
To view videos of diving with this vessel, click on the following links:
http://www.youtube.c...eos=DEFP9BOuHvs
http://www.youtube.c...h?v=3Z-6Mv44sCY
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COMMUNICATIONS:
Explorer II has a satellite phone for incoming and outgoing calls. Please be aware that a charge is assessed for both incoming and outgoing calls on the satphone.
You can be reached aboard the Explorer II from North America via Iridium phone at 011.88.163.185.9096 or cell 1-649-242-8267.
Vital messages may be passed to guests by calling the operations office at 1-800-322-3577.
When calling from Provo, it is easiest to call the cell phone at 242-8267.
Internet access is not available aboard
TEMPERATURES & CONDITIONS:
The weather in the Bahamas Islands is remarkably consistent year-round. The temperatures range from the 70s (F) or higher in the winter months to the low 90s during the summer, with nearly constant sea breezes. Water temperatures range from a low of about 72 degrees F in winter to a high of about 82 degrees F in summer. There is normally little appreciable current at the sites we visit, and visibility is generally between 75 and 150 feet. Most divers are comfortable with a 3 mm wetsuit in summer, and a 5 mm wetsuit with hooded vest in winter.
AIRFARE:
Providenciales is well-served by jet service from Miami and New York and Charlotte on American Airlines, USAir and Air Jamaica, as well as from London by British Airways. Weekly charter flights from Canada and other US cities is also frequently available.
ARRIVAL:
If you experience travel difficulties and are delayed, please contact the vessel and notify them via TBA.
DEPARTURE:
The Explorer II arrives back in Providenciales at midday Friday. Transportation will be provided for a casual dinner on Friday evening; passengers spend Friday night and have Saturday breakfast on board; there will be sufficient time to catch a flight out at any time on Saturday. There is a departure tax approx $35, payable in cash, upon leaving, unless it was included in your ticket price.
HOW TO BE REACHED ON THE BOAT WHILE TRAVELING:
You can be reached aboard the Caribbean Explorer II from North America via satellite phone at +(TBA). Outgoing calls may also be made. Please be aware that a charge is assessed for both incoming and outgoing calls. (Not sure what the charge is.)
MEALS
Aboard the Explorer II, evening meals usually consist of lots of fresh vegetables, rice, pasta, chicken, beef, turkey, pork, and fish. Breakfast is the usual fare of eggs, bacon, pancakes, French toast, muffins, danish and fresh fruits. Lunches vary from soup and sandwiches, burgers, pasta, assorted salads, and quiche. Homemade baked breads, cookies and brownies are offered between dives. If you have any dietary restrictions or requests, please indicate so on your application form. Please note that specific brands of drinks, dressings and foods are often unavailable in the islands, and that it can be very difficult for us to find low-fat or soy products, fresh fruit, fish, and other items common elsewhere. While we will do our best to accommodate your requests, please be realistic and consider bringing some of your own foods if the lack thereof may constitute a health risk.
CURRENCY
The U.S. dollar is the official currency; travelers checks and most major credit cards are accepted widely throughout the island.
WHAT TO BRING
Packing for a liveaboard trip is much easier than packing for a land-based vacation. The climate doesn't require much more than shorts, T-shirts, and swimsuits (you may consider slacks, dress shorts or sundresses for dinner ashore). In the winter months, a sweater, long pants and windbreaker for the evenings can be a good idea. Soft luggage is recommended as it takes up very little space when empty. Sun screens, sunglasses, a visor or hat is recommended. In case of rough weather or if you have a tendency towards seasickness, come prepared with motion sickness medications or Transderm patches from your doctor. If you have favorite CDs or DVDs, feel free to bring them.
All linens (including sheets, comforters, bath towels, hand towels, dive towels, and wash cloths) are provided on board.
If possible, pack your regulator, dive computer, mask, a swimsuit, change of clothes and toiletries in your carry-on bag. Having these few items with you will make an unexpected luggage delay far more bearable.
ON BOARD CHARGES:
Though all meals (except Friday's dinner), beverages, and much more has been taken care of with your trip payment, there are additional items which you may charge to your on board bill. These include retail items (shirts, scuba accessories, etc.), incoming and outgoing telephone calls, photographic and scuba instruction, rentals, crew gratuities, a temporary fuel surcharge, departure tax , and a hotel tax. The bill may be paid at the end of the trip using Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or cash. Personal or traveler's checks are not accepted on board, and we are unable to provide cash for credit card charges more than invoice amounts.
HOW TO BOOK A SPOT ON THIS TRIP:
1. Post in this thread that you plan to join us and advise your check or credit card payment is on its way via our NEW SECURE ONLINE PAYMENT GATEWAY. (SEE PAYMENT LINK AT THE TOP OF EACH PAGE OF THE FORUMS OR ON THE HOMEPAGE OR USE THE LINK IN MY SIGNATURE.) b]You MUST tell us which OPTIONS you want.[/b] We'll then put your name on the 'check's in the mail' list. (Please send your payment asap as we can NOT hold any spots on this trip. Your spot will ONLY BE CONFIRMED when we receive your $500 non-refundable deposit. - To post on the site you need to register as a member of the site. Registration is free or if you want to upgrade, premier membership levels are available for as little as $35 a year and you can get $25 back after the trip as a member rebate if you file for it AND YOU WILL QUALIFY FOR THE EARLY BIRD BOOKING WINDOW & DISCOUNTS ON FUTURE TRIPS. Click here to learn more.
2. Fill out the Trip Rooming & Diving Survey plus the SingleDivers.com Medical Liability Release & Insurance Summary form which you'll find under "Stuff you need to know for ALL SingleDivers.com trips & activities!" or click here to link to it. (Send a PM or an email to trips@singledivers.com for the password.)
3. Send your deposit for the trip and/or monies due based upon the payment schedule posted below and payment options. If you need to make special arrangements about payments with me please contact me and I'll gladly try to work with you.
4. We need to know if you need rental gear, will be diving nitrox and if you want d/o or s/o for the trip. You MUST include as much of this information as possible with your initial reservation.
5. All participants must have Current Dive Insurance. THIS TRIP DOES NOT REQUIRE TRIP INSURANCE. You will need to verify if you have trip insurance, or will be procuring trip insurance, or conversely not procuring trip insurance. - .and state one of the following:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly. THIS TRIP DOES NOT REQUIRE TRIP INSURANCE, BUT IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
6. You are responsible for all info in the thread. We try to keep our FAQ and Important Updates posts #2 & #3 updated to make it easier for you but you are responsible for monitoring the thread for all updates. As the trip gets closer we'll open a private forum for all trip goers to answer last minute questions & provide last minute details. For sure monitor the thread the last 30 days prior to your trip for last minute updates and information.
7. Only requests posted in this trip topic/thread are considered official especially for limited options such as use of a computer, or going on a tour, etc.
8. Please note that while you may send pm and email requests for availability, the "official" availability is only accurate in the main trip post. For more information on SingleDivers.com, booking policies, etc please read here.
9. Also note that for FASTER service pls email trips@singledivers.com for all general questions and kamala@singledivers.com for custom questions or special requests.
10. PLEASE SEND ALL DOCUMENTS ONLY TO TRIPS@SINGLEDIVERS.COM as I do not regularly check trip documentation emails, rather leaving it to our awesome volunteers who help me with our trips.
PLEASE obtain TRIP insurance - IT IS OPTIONAL BUT STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR THIS TRIP ...it is VERY inexpensive and will protect your investment. REMEMBER IF YOU MISS THE BOAT….YOU MISS THE TRIP! You can purchase it right online as well as check quotes etc .
Click here for a free quote or to purchase online!
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Click here for Dive Assure for either a 'one time' policy OR an annual policy that is BOTH Dive & Trip Insurance, providing PRIMARY COVERAGE with excellent rates & coverage!
PLEASE obtain DIVE insurance - IT IS MANDATORY FOR THIS TRIP ...it is VERY inexpensive and will protect your investment. Even if you have insurance that you think covers DIVING ACCIDENTS and air lifts…it is CHEAP to get a supplemental policy to ensure you are cared for.
Click here for Diver's Alert Network and use our reference ID 1603080.
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DIVE ASSURE ... get BOTH TRIP & DIVE insurance in one convenient package
WOW!!! Check out these SAVINGS!!!!
1. Premier Member and Above get "First Dibs" booking until March 12, 2011 with 20 spots total...4 VIP, 10 Main & 6 Lower.
3. AND we are offering a $100 off per person Sleep Together Discount on the VIP cabins if you pay in full before March 12th you'll get $200 off the 1st diver if s/o and $100 off 2 divers each if d/o.
4. If booking the Main Stateroom your discount if paid in full by March 12th is $75 or $50 if paying in full for the Lower Stateroom.
So what are you waiting for? You MUST sign up in the thread using the booking template and you must use our payment gateway to make your payment. (The only exception is if your payment is not accepted for some reason and you contact kamala@singledivers.com for help.)
