With 700 islands, 2,500 tiny cays, and 100,000 square miles of ocean containing it all, the Bahamas collectively comprise a massive scuba and snorkel paradise.
One of the great joys of my diving career has been cruising the islands of the Bahamas on live-aboard dive boats.
This East Caribbean jewel is one of diving's best-kept secrets, but maybe not for long.
We could have given you twice as many reasons to visit Belize. This tiny country offers a wealth of dive options-from amazing encounters with whale sharks and dolphins to sublime dives on coral atolls.
Cozumel is full of surprises even for divers who have been there countless times, including newly discovered sites and the margarita-fueled fun of Carnaval.
This string of 40 small islands and cays offers topside adventure and fun-and some of the best diving in the Caribbean.











