Although I don't think the idea of a group trip should be abandoned, that is a really good idea too.
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Although I don't think the idea of a group trip should be abandoned, that is a really good idea too.
That's a great idea, but the actual live-the-experience-together idea is more applealing to me. We will almost certainly not be able to accommodate everybody's geographical wishes on just one trip, so here's a related idea:Quote:
Originally Posted by rubber chicken
We hold several nearly simultaneous trips and post photos from each group for the others to see, à la distributed dive format. So one group dives in Asia, another in the Caribbean, another in the Great Lakes, a fourth in the Red Sea....
I guess I'm being idealistic here, but I guess I'm inspired by stuff like "live aid" concerts that take place nearly simultaneously in different parts of the world.
I hate to rain on anyones parade, but I have seen blind dates that sucked, and this one you would have no escape. I think you are better off going on a regular dive trip solo and hope for the best. On my last two live aboards we had a romance on both. The one last year lasted 6 months and they parted as friends. The one this year they are engaged! But they were regular dive trips with a mix of couples, Singles, and Solos. I think there is lest pressure and it is more comfortable than a singles only. With that you will end up with 80% guys or more and woman who feel put upon! If you go more relaxed it is much better, I have seen it happen!:cool:
Since there is a desire to dive in the Caribbean, the Philippines, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Costa Rica, etc, I am up for going to and diving at each one of them!
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Originally Posted by Quero
Now that is an even better idea!:)
So, where are we going again? lol
Quero, I just got back from Thailand (Ayuthayya, Kanchanaburi, Bangkok) with non-diving travelers and knew I had to come back for just diving. So, sure, I can help with the magic 10 number :)
Hi Marcia,
I might as well say, you know how some travelers indicate that they're, say, vegetarian, or need a beach-front view or whatever else?
Mine would be...need wifi (so workmates from SoCal, Shanghai, and Manila -- as long as I'm responsive -- are lulled into the idea that I'm in my usual workstation lol)
Can you kindly factor that in for possible places-to-stay? (I have surfed for hotspots in Phuket but since you're the local...) I may be able to talk three more women into joining me too once package details are posted here? I'm OK with any of the months you recommended.
Thanks Lottie, for starting the thread :)
Lu-Ann,Quote:
Originally Posted by PinayDiver
It hasn't been decided as yet, where we're going - I started a poll a while ago to decide, which ends on the 1st November. So if you haven't voted - get voting :D
Hi Lottie:
The poll isn't at the beginning of this thread?
My vote is obvious though -- and only because I'm already in the Philippines and curious about what the diving is like elsewhere :)
And plus Marcia offered her valuable organizational skills once we step off the tarmac (a big plus) :)
Having said that, Indonesia is on my wish list too (maybe we can plan for a quarterly trip :D)
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Originally Posted by Quero
:o Off topic.... sort of sorry, but not....Quote:
Originally Posted by PinayDiver
Anyway, LuAnn, when you went to Kanchanaburi, did you get to pet the tigers at the tiger temple? What a rush!
(mending my ways) Ahem, well, yes, Lu-Ann, there are places that have wi-fi around Phuket. I'm pretty sure we can find a hotspot for you to get your fix!
Hi Marcia, we had to choose between the tiger temple and elephant rides through the jungle (incorporated a raft ride) -- opted for the latter (since half the day was taken up by visiting the bridge over the River Kwai and the train ride on the Death Rail, and the day before was all about Ayuthayya's ruins. See, I took your advise to see the provinces. Next, Phi Phi, Similan... (and so transitioning back to a marine theme :) )Quote:
Originally Posted by Quero
So, I'll just keep watching this thread for dive-Thailand (or wherever Lottie's poll says) updates then :)
Red sea is great allover the year.
Hey, havnt been on in a while, got married a week ago :)Quote:
Originally Posted by The Publisher
i fully agree with Publisher on this one.
heeeeey, congratulations daniel! (you say congratulations to the man, right? best wishes to the bride? i'm never sure on that one :) ) destination wedding? seaside? underwater? (doing a marcia and linking it to the thread theme :) )
Mazel Tov :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Diverdaniel
you stumped me.... had to look it up:confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by lottie
Mazal Tov (Hebrew: ??? ????) literally means "good fortune" in Hebrew. This phrase has been incorporated into Yiddish as "Mazel Tov," and is now used in Modern Hebrew and English as well. It is often used to mean "congratulations."
The expression comes from the Mishnaic Hebrew mazz?l, meaning "constellation" or "destiny." This in turn is thought to have derived from the Akkadian language manzaltu, mazzaztum, "position of a star," from izuzzu, "to stand." Adding the word tôb, meaning "good," a direct English translation would be "good fortune or destiny", or even "your constellation (or zodiac or stars) were good".
"Mazal Tov" is often said frequently and sometimes loudly at Jewish celebrations. The phrase is often used on the occasion of celebrations such as Bar or Bat Mitzvahs, weddings, or births.
Note that although "mazal" means "luck" in Modern Hebrew, "good luck" is an incorrect translation of the true meaning of the phrase. This term is not used in the way that the expression "good luck" is used in English (typically as "I wish you good luck"). It is more often an acknowledgement that good fortune has already occurred; the sayer means, "I am pleased this good thing has happened to you".
See how educated I am?! Either that, or I just copied and pasted all the above from Wikipedia! lol
I think you just copied that from wiki :D
But in essence it means Congratulations.
Oh and iDC - apart from mitzvahs, weddings and births - don't forget at a bris ;) (now who's going to be the first one to find that one out) :D ;) :)
When I hear Mazel Tov, the song from Fiddler on the Roof (which I watched as a child) swells up (the rabbi sang it in Tevye's dream sequence?) :D
:eek: You must have a bit of a sinister/sadistic streak in you:pQuote:
Originally Posted by lottie
Have you checked out www.divebuddy.com ?
Why sinister/sadistic? Well, based on the :eek: icon you used, let me guess--you're a guy and didn't undergo the "procedure" as an infant....Quote:
Originally Posted by SCUBA411
;)
LOL@Quero - that's a good one!
btw, not all men have a bris at 8 days old, i know quite a few guys over here that have had it when they are much much older (and please don't ask me how I know)
Thank goodness my recollection only goes back so far.....>shudders
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Originally Posted by lottie
How this has anything to do with single diving, I DO NOT WANT TO VENTURE DOWN THAT ROAD!!!!!
Having grown up in a not so civilized area, this aforementioned subject was propagated on some young men that were WELL past the accepted age for this procedure. Their discomfort, I can attest to. :eek: :eek: :eek:
Hey amtrosie - don't blame me - i only said Mazel Tov and it went from there... :) ;)
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Originally Posted by lottie
Your proclamation of innocence is totally lost on me. :rolleyes: :p ;)
Yes I did. I signed up as well, it seems like it is just getting started.Quote:
Originally Posted by aircarl1
For everyone, it is like a Myspace for Divers. It is free, but again not too many users yet. At least you can get the user name you want before it is taken.
If you do join, it asks for someone who refered you, you can use me if you like. Also add me to your buddy list and I will ad you as well.
My user name there is NJ_Wreck_Diver
I was just reading about a tripto Fantasy Island Roatan, Honduras.. they are hosting a singles week of diving.. I believe they do this a couple of times a year..
P.s. I love the diving there...and will return
A singles week of diving on an island?
hmm...
Although that sounds like a good idea at first, it just may not be. Kinda like Ladies night at a pub or club -- the night where you think you can go hang out with the girls and get free or 1/2 price drinks but end up being surrounded by a bunch of slimey pervert looser guys that went there to scope the ladies....
and this would be on an island too? No escape! :eek!
Seriously though, I love diving in Roatan & Fantasy Island is awesome.
thanks very much all :)
lol what a thread this has become :D
I'd be interested for the latter half of next year and Sydney would be fine but I am not picky. I am currently serving in Iraq but will be home in mid-july and am looking for some dive friends to celebrate with a coming home dive. i live in northern IL. and am looking to travel.
theres an annual event in Roatan off Honduras, not exactly sure of the resort...could be fantasy hotel. each year they have an event for single divers, seems to be really popular, well attended and a whole lot of fun, plus the diving there is supposed to be awesome, check it out
for anyone from the UK there is a company called www.speedbreaks.com who do singles diving to Sharm. They don't force you to do any cheesy dating activities, its just a very relaxed way to meet other people with similar interests. Its mostly beginners as they offer discounted open water courses but there are qualified divers too.
I have been a couple of times and have always really enjoyed myself. Because no one knows any one else you all get to know each other pretty quickly and you don't run the risk of being goosberry on a boat full of happy couples.
Blessed Day
Everybody is welcome to dive in the Tropical and Dive Paradise of the World the Philippines and meet single, fun, dynamic Filipino and Filipinas.
Best Regards to all and GOD Bless