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The new year is well underway and now that the rush of the holidays are behind us, you may be starting to feel the bite of the travel bug. \u00a0No doubt that if your yard is still covered in snow are you fantasizing\u00a0about where your next dive destination could be. \u00a0Torn on all of the beautiful places you could travel to in the world? \u00a0Let us help you narrow it down with our top 10 list for scuba travel this year.<\/p>\n

Our top 10 dive destinations to visit this year:<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>10. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador<\/h3>\n

No top dive destination is complete without a trip to the Galapagos. \u00a0It's on every diver's bucket list. \u00a0What could beat schooling hammerheads, dolphins that come up close and personal, swimming iguanas, crystal clear water, challenging dive conditions, and rays galore? \u00a0Plus, the topside adventures are just as enticing.<\/p>\n

9. \u00a0Cozumel, Mexico<\/h3>\n

\"\"<\/a>Yes, Cozumel is a very popular dive destination so why do we list it in our top 10 out of all the places in the world you could go??? Because we LOVE it. \u00a0It's close, there's hardly a time change (for some there's none), the locals are just the best, and the diving is spectacular. \u00a0In fact, it was declared by Jaques Cousteau to be the most spectacular dive site in the world. \u00a0Nothing beats colorful reefs teaming with fish, lots of turtles and nurse sharks, amazing wall dives, and never-ending swim-throughs. We love Cozumel so much we have 5 dive trips planned there this year alone!\u00a0Sign up for one today here!<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>8. \u00a0Silfra, Iceland<\/h3>\n

If you don't mind some cold water diving this place is breathtaking! \u00a0The Silfra Fissure is probably the most famous tectonic plate in the world and you can dive right through it. \u00a0Don't plan on seeing much wildlife on this dive but be ready to be amazed by this natural beauty!<\/p>\n

7. \u00a0Rangiroa, French Polynesia<\/h3>\n

If you're looking for a totally remote and quiet destination this is the place for you. \u00a0Completely remove yourself from all life's stress and unplug in this remote oasis. \u00a0Dive into \u00a0aquarium-like conditions, surrounding yourself with colorful reefs just teaming with colorful fish! \u00a0And don't be surprised by a visit from a lemon or reef shark and spotted eagle or manta rays.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>6. \u00a0Soccorro Islands, Mexico<\/h3>\n

If you're looking to\u00a0have big animal encounters this is the place for you. \u00a0Large sharks, rays, whale sharks, even whales all make the list here. \u00a0With a liveaboard as the only way to dive this destination over-crowding is never an issue. \u00a0If you're looking for pure adventure this is the place for you! \u00a0Join us this May to dive Soccorro Island!<\/a><\/p>\n

5. \u00a0Catalina Island, California<\/h3>\n

The water may be a little on the chilly side but nothing beats a clear day of diving through the Califonia kelp forests. \u00a0Watching the sun stream through the kelp is a sight like no other and if you're lucky you may spot a sea lion or two. \u00a0Don't forget to look out for the famous bright orange garibaldi fish and huge sea bass.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>4. \u00a0Fiji<\/h3>\n

With endless soft corals and colorful fish galore, Fiji is not to be missed this year! \u00a0Diving Fiji on a liveaboard is the way to go. \u00a0Explore pristine reefs in remote locations and enjoy the vibrant culture and hospitality of the Fijians. \u00a0Join us this year on our trip to Fiji aboard the Nai'a Liveaboard<\/a> and dive to your heart's content.<\/p>\n

3. \u00a0Queensland, Australia<\/h3>\n

Diving the Great Barrier Reef should be on every diver's bucket list but with the steady decline of the health of this reef we've listed it as a top dive destination in 2018 because you should get there and enjoy the reef sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n

2. \u00a0Manta Ray Night Diving, Kona, Hawaii<\/h3>\n

Nothing beats the thrill of diving at night, waiting at the bottom of the ocean when all of a sudden a giant Manta Ray comes swooping right over your head....and then they just keep coming. \u00a0These dives, specific to Kona, guarantee close encounters with these giants of the deep. \u00a0One of the most thrilling dives you will ever have.<\/p>\n