Category Archives: Scuba diving

Transferring from Puerto Galera to Dumaguete, Philippines

Posted on August 2, 2012 by travelbynatasha

This morning is for packing.  We met by the office for a final group photo before walking along the beach to the large banca that will take us back to Bantangas for our ride to Manila.  There were more vendors … Continue reading →

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Our Final Dive Day in Puerto Galera and a School visit

Posted on August 1, 2012 by travelbynatasha

This is our last day to dive in Puerto Galera.  Cris has been a good guide for the Princesses.  Our boat captain, Larry had the day off so Jake was our driver.  He was pretty quiet, not sure what to … Continue reading →

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Wreck Diving and Natasha loses all Modesty

Posted on July 31, 2012 by travelbynatasha

We started our day with a dive out to the Alma Jane, a boat sunk in the Sabang Beach harbor.  On the way out to the dive site, the hook at my neck on my halter swimsuit decided to come … Continue reading →

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Punta Verde, Philippines

Posted on July 30, 2012 by travelbynatasha

Today after an early breakfast we ventured out to Punta Verde, a small island about a 45-minute boat ride from Sabang beach.   We went out on a larger boat from which we did a giant stride entry.   We rode directly … Continue reading →

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Our first dive day in Puerto Galera, Philippines

Posted on July 29, 2012 by travelbynatasha

I am still not adjusted to the time change and having gone to bed at 8:30 pm, I woke up at 4 am.  About six it was light (but too early for breakfast) so I walked down to the beach … Continue reading →

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We have arrived-the Philippines!

Posted on July 28, 2012 by travelbynatasha

The divers we picked up along the way. Donna in Moscow; Jim in Singapore (he had been diving in Indonesia); and Emily and Fred in Manila (where they had been touring and adjusting to the time change) @Jean Janssen I … Continue reading →

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Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines

Posted on July 26, 2012 by travelbynatasha

While Puerto Galera is actually a small town in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines just over 80 miles south of Manila, the term is generally used to describe the area from White Beach to Sabang.  This area has been designated a Man … Continue reading →

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37 Hours to Reach Puerto Galera, Philippines

Posted on July 22, 2012 by travelbynatasha

The Journey not the arrival matters.  –T. S. Eliot Rocky dropped me off at the airport with my dive gear, clothes, and school supplies (to donate) all packed.  We are catching a flight on Singapore Airlines to Singapore via Moscow. … Continue reading →

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Anticipating the Philippines

Posted on July 21, 2012 by travelbynatasha

Today I head out to the Philippines for a dive trip with my travel group  Oceanic Ventures.  I love traveling with Dive Mom. (Ann teaches diving to students of all ages which is how she acquired this title.  Even though … Continue reading →

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Our Last Day in Bonaire and a few practical tips for traveling to the Island

Posted on March 19, 2012 by travelbynatasha

This is our last day in Bonaire.  Resting, packing, and a little more island exploring is on the agenda.  We headed into town to grab lunch and just walk around the city center.  Most shops were closed from 12:30-2:00 for … Continue reading →

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