I owe my love of diving to summer camp, getting certified at age 14. After college, I became an instructor, teaching on the island of St. Croix. Working for travel magazines, I've been lucky to travel to every continent on assignment, from jumping in the water with humpback whales in Antarctica to swimming alongside mantas in Asia.
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The Arenui Liveaboard is a renowned luxury dive cruise vessel operating in some of the world's most exotic and pristine diving destinations.
The Florida Keys, located in the southeastern United States, offers excellent conditions for diving, making it a top destination for divers from around the world.
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