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Snorkeling Tips & T’ings – 11Aug01

It’s a sunny afternoon on St. Thomas. You’ve decided that today is the day to get a closer look at the fishies and pretty coral that inhabit our underworld. You’ve found the perfect beach (Coki Beach is good for snorkeling), or you’ve had your boat captain bring you to a quiet bay – either way it’s time to snorkel. Let’s go over some helpful tips:
A) If you’re snorkeling correctly you’re going to be facedown in the water. (if you’re confused already then today may not be your day to snorkel. everyone else can keep reading). As a result the sun will be hitting your bare back the whole time, so remember to lube up with suntan lotion, or wear a t-shirt.
B) Remove your bling. Rings may slide off your fingers in the water, and if losing your jewels doesn’t bother you than think about the scary fishies that may want to check out that shiny flashy thing you’re wearing. Yeah…you don’t want a barracuda slipping up to lick your bracelet.
C) Gearing up. If you are snorkeling on a tour there’s a good chance you’ll be asked to wear a lifejacket. Although it’s near impossible to drown in this Caribbean water a lifejacket is convenient and you won’t get tired from swimming. Plus it will keep the sun off your back. Next are the flippers. We’ve watched people flipper-up on the beach and then suffer through some staggering sand-tossing walk down to the water. It’s much easier to put your flippers on in the water, and less people will laugh at you. You’ll also have an easier time balancing than this guy (everyone, meet my uncle):

Now for the hard part, the mask and snorkel. I’ve tangled my hair so many times while sliding that mask on it almost brings tears to my eyes just writing about it. I figured out a secret last time, I wore a ballcap (backwards) and boom! Mask on, no problem. Once it’s on you can adjust the straps to make sure you have a watertight seal. As for defogging your mask a lot of people still use saliva, although many scuba shops and snorkel tours on the island can supply you with an anti-fog drop. Here’s Scott and our buddy Jeff masking up:

D) It’s time to duck your head under the water and get the breathing sorted out. I usually gasp and panic through my first few breaths, but that’s from the Jaws soundtrack that starts playing in my mind. Obviously that’s my own personal issue to work through, once I get my breathing down and I take in the underwater peace the big scary shark fades from my thoughts. My mother had a breathing issue when she snorkeled with us, but we quickly figured out the reason she kept surfacing while sputtering salt water; she wasn’t biting down on her mouthpiece correctly. If you slip the whole thing in your mouth your teeth will find a groove to bite on. Once you find that bite take a couple of shallow breaths and blow forcefully through the snorkel to clear it out.
E) It’s snorkel time! Float in the water on your stomach, gently kick your fins and let’s check out the sights! Here is a shot of Scott and my mom executing a perfect snorkel float:

There’s one big rule when snorkeling: Do Not Touch! That goes for coral, fishies, rocks, the people next to you…hands off! Coral is alive, and extremely fragile. Touching it could damage it forever. You may also come away with a nasty rash or a puncture wound if you come across fire coral or sharp marine life. It’s best to keep your hands to yourself. The same goes for your feet…as you float use your flippers gently, and be careful that you’re not about to kick anything (or anyone!). Try not to walk on the sea floor as you may disturb a sting ray, or some other creature buried in the sand. Lastly, fight the temptation to reach into any holes or crevices you may see. Who knows what could be living in there, waiting for some fingers to nibble on!
F) If you’re not snorkeling with a group it’s good to always have a buddy. We had a couple of friends who would take their Jeep to some quiet waters and jump on in. No buoys, no signs, no people, just them. And the sea. That’s all fine and dandy as long as you know your limits. A buddy can keep an eye out for boats or big ‘ol sharks while you check out the sea life. Make sure you don’t swim out farther than you’re going to be able to swim back in.
G) Bring an underwater camera. The ocean blues are beautiful with the sun shining through, and the pretty colors of coral are hard to resist. Besides, people always look their best with a mask suctioned to their face and a mouthpiece stuffed between their lips…
Happy Snorkeling!

Source: http://www.stthomasblog.com/?p=317

Residents or Manila travel out of town to head north to Pampanga to relax, unwind and spend a few nights in the new hotel rooms situated right on the lake of Clearwater Resort in Clark Airbase. Many visitors and tourists enjoy the feeling of waking up by the lake. The sunrise produces a spectacular sight with the sunlight reflection on the calm surface of the three-hectare fresh water lake of this famous resort in Clark.

Families with small children prefer outdoor hotel in Manila, clean and safe place in Pampanga Clark to bring kids to relax and unwind. Outdoor space is an important criterion affecting the selection of a suitable hotel in Clark Pampanga for family bonding or to relax and unwind with friends. Best hotel in Clark Pampanga offers good outdoor facilities, large picnic grounds, lake and beach and other outdoor amenities making it possible for guests of this frequently visited hotel in Clark to relax and unwind with no stress.

The safest getaway destination vacation spot near Manila convenient safe and accessible is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark Pampanga, great for family bonding, hang out to unwind and relax near lake and trees, camping too.

Where to go in Clark? Hotel Clark Philippines is a De Luxe Hotel in Clark and Subic, a risk free place to stay, cozy and nice ambience, a nice function place for special occasion

You might want to check also the Yats Restaurant is the best restaurant for special dinner, best restaurant for dinner with friends near Manila, also the best place to celebrate special events.

Famous Restaurant in Pampanga, a place to dine with friends in Clark, cozy restaurant with a nice ambience, a nice function place for special occassions

When in Clark, make plans to relax and enjoy an evening at The London Pub located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Pampanga. This highly recommended resto bar where all the local executives of Pampanga, local and foreign tourists visiting Angeles City, Subic and Clark Philippines gather after a full day of fun or work.

The London Pub is a very popular resto bar for residents, tourists, business executives and visitors from Manila to hang out, drink, relax and unwind after work or a game of golf during the day. Fine English cuisine, family comfort food is served. It is also very famous for the best fish n chips in the Philippines.
http://www.LondonPubClark.com

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While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges.

http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com

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