Scuba Caribbean [Paperback]

Ms. Mary L. Peachin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2009

A must-have reference for any diver looking for scuba destinations in the Caribbean

Editorial Reviews

Book Description

A must-have reference for any diver looking for scuba destinations in the Caribbean

"Both virgin and veteran divers will enjoy using this comprehensive resource on any dive trip to the Caribbean."--Lynn Seldon, author of Quick Escapes Florida and coauthor of Hidden Bahamas

"Always, you can count on Mary to provide an honest evaluation through her experienced eyes. She is constantly on the look for the best experience for any diver. And that's what Scuba Caribbean is all about. And that's why it's the perfect guide for any diver headed to a new Caribbean destination. . . . [This is] the guidebook I wish I had when I first dived the Caribbean."--from the foreword by Ben Davison, publisher of Undercurrent

More than eighteen million visitors travel to the Caribbean each year, and spectacular scuba diving is one of the notable reasons. Hundreds of species of coral and over 500 species of fish, clear water, sandy bottoms, and relatively shallow depth combine to make local conditions especially interesting for both novice and expert divers.

Scuba is king in these waters, and Mary Peachin has written the first all-inclusive book providing an overview of the many islands in the Caribbean, plus the Bahamas and Bermuda. Scuba Caribbean includes information on dive sites, dive operators, pertinent island or country information, diver-friendly accommodations, and viewing marine life. Peachin is an advanced open water certified scuba diver with more than thirty years experience exploring the top diving destinations around the world.
For convenience, the book is divided by island and cross-referenced geographically. Peachin discusses seasonal migratory patterns of fish, whales, and sharks, revealing the best times to see certain species. She identifies the most interesting reefs and wrecks to see, reveals which can be accessed directly from shore, and even shares information on other "do not miss" activities for those who wish to add a non-diving component to their vacation.

About the Author

Mary L. Peachin is an advanced open water certified diver with 30 years of experience.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: University Press of Florida (February 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813032873
• ISBN-13: 978-0813032870
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,504,518 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars awarding winning scuba guide book, December 22, 2011

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Mary L. Peachin - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Scuba Caribbean (Paperback)

This guide book earned top honors from the Outdoor Writers of American. There are not too many diver's as familiar with Peachin's 35 years of diving the Caribbean.

4.0 out of 5 stars scuba carribbean, April 3, 2009

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Kathleen C. Reid "diving family" (north carolina) - See all my reviews
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A good book about different options for scuba adventures in the Caribbean. Good overview guide with some specifics. Will serve as a resource book for all levels.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Way short on details . . . ., February 21, 2011

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Dadrock33 - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Scuba Caribbean (Paperback)

didn't care for it very much. To say the least, the Caribbean is a very large place and to even begin to describe the items that she wants to review would take a much larger volume. Doesn't cover much really and the dive sites aren't covered in any detail at all nor are they covered very well. Not at all what I expected.