Of course! All our trips are priced on a twin-share basis, so you can choose to be paired with another solo traveler or you can opt in to pay a single supplement to guarantee your own room. If you do want a roommate, we will pair you with a roommate of the same gender and will do our best to pair you with someone who has similar interests, after all we are all divers. Most single supplements are available to add to your reservation at the time of booking. If you do not see a single supplement, please contact us for more information.

Of course not, we will do our best to pair you with a buddy of similar ability and you will always be diving in the same group as one of our group leaders, so rest assured you will be in good hands throughout your diving vacation.

No, but it is recommended. Travel insurance will cover you for cancellations or delays, so we strongly recommend buying a policy that will cover any unforeseen circumstances. Divers Alert Network and Dive Assure both offer comprehensive travel insurance in addition to their dive accident insurance plans.

Yes, we do require dive accident insurance for all our group trips, and many destinations also require this as well. Divers Alert Network (DAN) and Dive Assure both offer comprehensive and inexpensive policies. We will always keep your policy number on file for every trip, so if there is an accident, we can assist with getting the best medical care possible to you. Remember, many dive destinations are far from any medical facilities, so carrying these policies will insure that you will get evacuated and to the best care as quickly as possible.

Absolutely! You are more than welcome as a non-diver. Divers usually go out on the boat in the morning and arrive back around lunch time or early afternoon. This gives you the rest of the day to vacation with your diver family member or friend. Let us know if you would like snorkeling arranged prior to departure, or of any other activities you may want to book and we can help you make the most of your vacation.

For a majority of our trips, the answer is yes. Depending on the destination, your instructor will work with you to complete your certification dives within the first few days, so you have the rest of the trip to enjoy our destination and all that diving has to offer.

We do have a selection of trips that are either for more experienced divers only, or are non-diving trips all together. Please refer to each trip for specific details on what education you can accomplish during your trip.

Most trips allow for any certification dives you may be interested in completing. We want to help you advance your diving career, so just ask, we are here to help!

Yes, we recommend renting equipment from YAY Scuba, as you can be confident that your rental gear has been serviced and is in good shape. As an added bonus, any gear you rent from YAY Scuba is 15% off during the trip. 

First, make a list of all the things you may need for the trip or use our packing list and refer back to these suggestions as you pack. You would be surprised about all the things you don’t need during a dive trip. Other considerations include:

 - Weigh your bag: Invest in an accurate luggage scale, it will help you avoid excess baggage fees and give you a way to pack smarter.

 - Carry on your regulator: Regulators are heavy, and the airlines generally do not take care of your gear. Remember, this is your life support equipment. Carry it on to save weight in your checked luggage as well as insure that it will stay safe throughout your travels to your destination.

 - Airline Loyalty Programs: If you have elite status on an airline, you generally will have additional baggage allowances. Check with your airline and keep flying with them to maintain status.

 - Prioritize: Prioritize your gear, clothing and extras. Often, the less you travel with, the happier you will be in the end.

Anything you would like! Remember, our group leader(s) are there to make sure you have a great, hassle-free vacation, so if there is an activity you would like to book, or assist you with, just ask. Most of the time, the group will have pre-arranged dinners and some activities, but this is your vacation, so make the most of it and feel free to explore as you wish.

For our trips, we generally recommend that all travelers book their own airfare. Many of you may have airline status, preferred carriers, or frequent flyer miles you’d like to use, and booking directly gives you the most flexibility with schedules and seating. If the hotel offers airport-to-hotel transportation, we’re happy to assist in coordinating those arrangements for you. We’ll also share our trip leader’s flight details in case you’d like to arrive around the same time and travel together.

If the hotel provides only one scheduled group transfer, we suggest planning your arrival as close as possible to the trip leader’s arrival time so we can try to combine transportation. If you arrive outside of that window, you may need to arrange (and cover the cost of) your own private transfer. As always, we’re here to help and can guide you through the best options to ensure a smooth arrival experience.