Palau Dreaming
Nearly 3 years ago I randomly showed up on Keawakapu beach for an “Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest” and first met the Maui Dreams gang. I never could have imagined that…
Shark Lovers R Us!
There are so many things I love about SHARKS!!! The way they move, the way they look and, simply, the respect that they command. I’ve always been fascinated by sharks,…
Shark Facts You Should Know!
As a Scuba Diving Instructor and manager of Maui Dreams, I have the opportunity to learn about different aspects of marine life and I get to share that knowledge with…
I Took My iPhone Diving in Maui!
Every so often something comes along in the dive industry that is a real game changer. The open circuit regulator, dive computer, and mass availability of digital underwater cameras and…
Teri’s First Shark Dive
When I was a young girl I saw Jaws at the movie theater. I was so scared that on the way home I irrationally imagined that a giant shark was…
Let Sleeping Sharks Lie
I won't deny that its thrilling to see sharks while diving near our Maui shores- I'll be the first to sign up for a dive when we're going to a…
Curly’s Tips for Sun Protection in Maui
Maui’s sun is INTENSE and sun protection isn’t fun, but leathery skin, premature aging, and Melanoma are very real possibilities for those of us who live here. It’s something we…
Search & Recovery, Part II
For those of us who spend any time near, on or below the water, sooner or later you’re bound to lose something to the great deep blue. Usually, we aren’t…
Dive Life Lessons from a Newbie Traveler
A recent group trip to Palau with Maui Dreams was my first ever experience with dive travel. I was so excited and nervous all at the same time. Being a…
PADI Search & Recovery Instructor Course
Have you ever lost something on a scuba dive? Maybe an underwater camera, dive light, dive flag, or some other valuable item? Did you look for it? How did you…
Where Could Becoming a PADI Dive Pro Take YOU?
Why would a PADI Course Director spend the money, and her vacation, to return to another PADI Course Director Training Course (CDTC) after she reached the pinnacle of her dive…
Dive Log: Palau 2012
We had always wanted to go on one of Maui Dreams' famous dive trips. This May, the stars finally aligned, and we were able to join the group on their…