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    4.3 (101 reviews)
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    Bonaire trip where we got our Open Water certification
    Jacqueline S.

    Obsessed with Scuba Network. They are the best in the business and I feel so confident and excited about my skills due to their extremely thorough trainings. Completed my pool sessions, Open Water certification, and trip to Bonaire with Rishi & Ryan. Had the most incredible time and they put so much thought, effort, and hard work in making sure every person they work with become excellent divers. They go above and beyond to work through any areas where you may need help or improvement. Our group trip was one of the best experiences of my life and already trying to figure out when I can plan the next one! Everyone is the shop is highly knowledgable and passionate and I couldn't recommend them enough. You won't regret booking your next trip or certification with them and you really should.

    Sudha G.

    Walked into the shop nervous about getting into scuba diving and within couple of months I am now open water certified diver! All thanks to the amazing instructors at Scuba Network NYC. They are super methodical in their training plan covering online course, review and pool training. Extremely patient and always motivating. They also guide you in choosing the right gears without breaking your bank and provide unmatched great pricing and deals in store. The shop also organizes multiple scuba trips throughout the year providing great opportunities to dive, complete certifications and vacation in beautiful places. We met some great folks in Bonaire and it was hands down the most epic trip we have been on. Huge shoutout to Ryan, Rishi and Mark who guided me through my journey to Open water certification. Look forward to exploring the world of scuba with Scuba Network.

    Get your scuba cert here They make it pretty seamless and are always there to answer any questions I got certified with end of December and already completed my first dive trip with them in Bonaire, it was amazing Ryan Rishi Rick and Mark are all super helpful and honest. Very thankful for the skills I've learned. I now feel more than comfortable to dive

    Jennifer N.

    Came in today for a 3mm wetsuit, two guys at the desk were so knowledgeable and friendly (Dov and Rich?). I was looking for a specific dive computer, but they didn't have it in stock...they were willing to order it for me though so that was great! Went to Leisure Pro earlier this week and they weren't helpful at all. I don't think anyone who works there knows how to dive actually. SCUBA Network is definitely more legit if you need real feedback. Will be back for sure and I highly recommend!

    Diving in Cozumel

    Walking into the shop I didn't know what to expect as I embark on my scuba journey .. From the start it was a really welcoming environment and I was guided through the whole process from E- learning to pool classes and then to being open water certified on the Cozumel trip! It was an incredible experience full of cool dives with a great group of people. Special thanks to Mark who is super knowledgeable and helped me feel so calm and comfortable under water! I can now say I love scuba diving and am looking forward to more trips and adventures with Scuba network! So glad to be part of the scuba fam :) Ariella

    me getting certified in bonaire :-)
    Jamie A.

    go to scuba network for all things dive related!! seriously. the staff is super knowledgeable and will listen to your individual wants to guide you towards what you need. unlike other shops, they're not trying to sell to you at all costs. they really only want to sell you what you need, and are so helpful and patient in getting you there. scuba network shop is building a real family environment - they remember your name, they want to know what you're about. even for something simple like figuring out how to start getting certified and what gear you need. then you can't help but go on their trips :) especially if you're new to the sport, i'd highly recommend starting with a scuba trip here. i knew absolutely nothing about scuba, and for an affordable price, i ended up certified in bonaire. ryan and his team are seriously experienced and professional. the trip was fun but most importantly, safe. the shop helps you figure out all travel and scuba details and since they get to know you, your scuba trip is highly personalized to your strengths and weaknesses so that you end up having a really awesome experience.

    Shweta G.

    How do I begin with how much I love Scuba Network??? Getting started: I walked in on a whim and met Mark who gave me all the info I needed about signing up for classes and what getting certified would entail. A few days later, I came in and used a Groupon to sign up in a jiffy and did my classes online before for the Pool sessions. I also paid an extra $100 for a small group session because I felt like I would need more attention and instruction because I get super super anxious. I ran into a little hiccup when the pipe burst in Midtown and I wasn't sure if classes were still happening, but Steve put me in another pool session, did my classroom review, and helped me buy my initial gear. Pool Session: Ryan was my instructor for both pool sessions. He was incredibly patient, thorough, and great at recognizing when I would need more help or if I was starting to panic. I felt super comfortable at all times and the pool session went by smoothly. Gear: I bought EVERYTHING from Scuba Network and I don't regret it! Mark and Steve made sure I felt comfortable and that everything fit and that I liked the styles. Scuba Network also allows you to bring your items back in if you feel like a piece didn't work for you. I also got discounts on discounts as a student. Certification: I chose to go on the trip to Roatan, Honduras. I did the Nitrox certification here which helped with my stamina for 17 dives. Ryan was super helpful in making sure I was prepped, choosing the perfect roommate, flight, what to expect, etc. It was the perfect place to get certified for several reasons: the water was calm and forgiving so I could work on being comfortable and on buoyancy, it made skills less stressful to accomplish over 6 dives rather than squishing them all into 4, met tons of awesome people, it's a place I wouldn't imagine myself going to unless it was for diving, there were tons of underwater critters, etc etc. We also did a shark dive which was one of the most rewarding experiences. And again, another shoutout to Ryan for helping me through the skills, making all the gear adjustments, and giving me advice throughout the week on how to be the best diver. Love Scuba Network soooo much I'm going to Cuba with them in June and I plan on making it to Dive Master and beyond with them! I couldn't recommend it more!

    Dolphins on our La Paz, MX trip!!
    Libby F.

    First i'm just going to point out that I've noticed there are a couple of accounts making 1-2 star reviews of several pages (including this one) and is literally copy and pasting the same thing? Read those with a grain of salt.. it's weird. Anyway.. Scuba Network is the best!!!!!!!!!! I got my open water certification and my Nitrox certification there and I just came back from one of their organized trips to La Paz Mexico!! Everyone at the shop is extremely helpful, knowledgeable, patient, accommodating, and kind. The prices of everything in the shop is comparable to what you would find online, but you also get the insight and assistance from seasoned professionals who don't try to price gouge you or force you into buying things you don't need. The certification course is very manageable for anyone (there was a 14 year old in my group) and the team at the shop will help you every step of the way and answer any questions you might have. They also organize around 4-5 trips a year where they take care of absolutely everything for you including all of the dives, the boat trips, the hotel accommodations, the food, the fees, and rental equipment. And while you usually have to organize your own air-fair, they help you with that too making sure you have all the necessary documentation and access to shuttles to and from the airport at your destination. On the trips themselves I've never felt so safe and taken care of by a group of people who care about me, my safety, and that I'm always having a good time. In fact staff members will often ask and encourage us to tell them the things that they are doing wrong or could be doing better so they can give you a better experience. And the trips are a blast!!! Obviously they know where to go. We dived with dolphins, sea lions, turtles, sharks, eels- all around shipwrecks, reefs, and even night dives!! Making the decision to get certified a couple years ago was definitely the best one that I made! And my god am I glad it was with scuba network. It is pricey to get started- but that's true anywhere. And here at least you'll know that you'll have everything you ever need and the opportunities for more certifications, more equipment, or more trips if you so decide... but yeah you reallyyyy should.

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    We just wrapped our training at Scuba Network and loved the experience. The instructors are super thorough! Highly recommend.

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    Thank you, Jenny! We loved having you here with us.

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    Sailing Collective

    5.0(8 reviews)
    0.9 miChelsea, Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen

    WE sailed in the BVI with sailing Collective in March 2016. They came highly recommended by a…read morefriend, and The sailing Collective did not disappoint. Dayyan took the time to listen to our goals and paired us with Rob Neville as captain. Rob was the ideal captain for us- he taught us how to sail in minimal time, and within a couple of days we were handling the sailboat under his watchful eye. All our meals were so tasty, and often more elaborate than one would expect could be prepared in a tiny sailboat galley! Additionally- Rob was an excellent tour guide, and we loved our stay in The BVI. Rob was often more like an entertainment director on a cruise ship, and he spent many hours with our teenage sons- playing coconut rugby on the beach, doing science experiments, fishing, bouldering or whatever they wanted to do. We found calm protected anchorages each night, despite being very busy sailing season. I cannot possibly recommend Sailing Collective more for a once in a lifetime experience.

    I first heard about the Sailing Collective via my friend's Instagram posts. She traveled with them…read moreto the BVIs and could not stop raving about it. I knew I had to try it myself! So I booked my trip and traveled with the Sailing Collective to Thailand in Dec 2015. It was the most unique and beautiful trip I've ever taken and I highly recommend it. Why I loved it: 1) THE SPOTS WE VISITED: Dayyan has an uncanny ability to sniff out all the best local spots. I was continuously amazed at his ability to find where the local fisherman ate, the best secluded beaches, and the most picturesque places to dock. Additionally, our itinerary would have been impossible without the sailboat and I enjoyed having such a different way of weaving through the islands then most of my friends who have visited Thailand. 2) THE CHEF: It was incredible to have a private chef aboard who drew upon local ingredients to create healthy and delicious meals and snacks. Ana was a wizard in the kitchen, turning out unique and visually stunning meals for a group of 10, out of a tiny sailboat kitchen. 3) THE SAILING: I loved that Captain Ross invited us to learn as little or as much about sailing as we wanted during the trip. One afternoon he took time to walk a small group through the basics of sailing and we were able to get hands on with steering, ropes etc. But if you didn't want to you were equally welcome to take a snooze in your cabin or on deck. 4) CUSTOMIZE-ABLE: I appreciated how flexible and responsive the captains were to our needs. They often gave us options about routes, beaches, meals etc. While we typically had group dinners or excursions planned at least once a day it was 100% up to you if you wanted to go out on your own or opt into group plans. The list of reasons why I love this company goes on and on. I recommend any traveler give Sailing Collective a try!

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    Last Moment Discount Travel Club - $808 AI Pkg Barbados x 3Nts.From Ft. Lauderdale.https://lastmomentvacations.com/tours/savannah-beach-barbados-ai-hotel-2/

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    4.5(2 reviews)
    1.2 miMidtown West

    This travel agency was recommended by one of my friends and while the communication was not always…read moreup to par, the prices as well as the service was exactly what I expected. Our trip to Punta Cana was cheaper than all the travel discount sites I checked, we were able to choose our travel times and we discovered we had being upgraded once we arrived to the resort. I think it's hard to find better than this.

    Well It's official. I am using Last Moment Discount Travel Club AGAIN and this time our trip is…read morebooked for July 3-July 9, 2013 to Curacao (one of the ABC Islands). It's all inclusive, with airfare, transfers from airport to hotel and hotel to airport for our return. The deal is unbelievable. The service is impeccable and the staff, THE BEST. You can email them and promptly they return your email. And yes, the trip is less expensive than booking on your own. All i need to do is show up at the airport with passport and carry-on in hand, and board my flight. The only left to do is sit back and enjoy the 35K feet inflight movie. (ahh). I safely can say that I feel that this travel agency really gets what people want. Needless to say, they also provide feedback (e.g., suggestions to where to travel too that won't include a hurricane) The suggestion was Curacao and this is the place where I am booked at http://www.sunscaperesorts.com/curacao/ . The fee for the AI (All Inclusive), round trip airfare, transfers to and from and vice-a-versa, meals and snacks, premium alcoholic beverages, and a stunning room with an ocean view for TWO all under the price of $2400.00. REALLY! I (HEART) Last Moment Discount Travel Club.

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