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1. Why dive with Worldwide Dive and Sail?This is a very good question. With the plethora of liveboards that have sprung up around the world there are consequently varying levels of service and quality on offer to the modern diver. Ranging from good, hit and miss, to seriously dodgy or even worse, the unsafe. We recognize these disparities and have thus responded by creating the most ultimate experience on our yachts, with innovative facilities and the highest level of service that is both professional yet personal. Safety is a major concern for our company and is always placed first. Thus to date we have a spotless safety record. Furthermore, we want to share diving with all. This is why we provide facilties for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. We also regulate our rates in order to offer affordable high standards; we refuse to charge exorbitant rates like some other liveaboards. Ultimately, all our crew look forward to warmly welcome you aboard one of our yachts.2. What should I bring on a liveaboard in Asia?We recommend that you bring as little as possible. Personal clothing items including bathing suit, t-shirts, shorts, a sweater and light cotton trousers for cooler evenings. A light rain jacket is advisable for some of our destinations. For sun protection, please bring sunscreen & a hat. You may wish to bring your personal diving gear however if you prefer we provide a full complement of Aqua Lung equipment free of charge (except dive computer and torch).Most guests prefer to go without shoes onboard but you might require sturdy sandals for land excursions. Shower gels are provided in your cabin however please bring any other personal amenities or required medication with you as these may not be available at your local destination. For your own leisure you may wish to bring reading material, we do have a library selection & games on board each of our yachts as well.3. I don't own any dive equipment. What can you provide?No problem. We provide all guests with the option to use our dive equipment. We offer for free the use of 3mm wetsuits, Aqualung Wave BCD's, Calypso regulators and full or open heel fins with booties. If you wish to use our fins it may be worth bringing along some neoprene socks to prevent blisters / rubbing. We have a large variety of sizes to suit any guests needs. Please note your equipment requirements on the application form ahead of arrival.4. I have lots of luggage from my extended holiday. Do you have storage for luggage I do not need whilst I am on my Worldwide Dive and Sail trip?Of course, this is not a problem. We offer all guests secure storage at our Worldwide Dive and Sail Offices in Chalong, Phuket or Cebu, Philippines. For trips departing from other destinations, please contact us and we will assist you with your needs.5. What kind of food and beverages are served on your liveaboard yachts?Our dishes range from mild Thai, Filipino and Indonesian dishes to Western cuisine. We have a variety of fresh fruit available at all times on all of our yachts. We ensure that all dishes are served with the freshest vegetables and highest quality seafood and meats available. There is always a range of dishes served at each meal time to ensure that all guests are satisfied and full! Guests may help themselves throughout the day and night to a variety of fizzy soft drinks, purified water, juices, herbal teas and fresh brewed coffee. Rehydration/ mineral salts are available free of charge and recommended to all divers.6. What if I have specific food requirements?All special food requirements whether from an allergy or simply personal preference can be catered for by our chefs. Please inform us at the time of booking to ensure we have plenty of dishes to suit your needs.7. What kind of power outlets do you have on your diving yachts?On all our yachts we have both 220V / 50Hz and 24V / 60Hz available. Please make sure you bring universal adapters with you. 110V converter is also available aboard some of our vessels please check with our bookings team prior to arrival.8. How many dives can I do in one day?Guests are always encouraged to dive at their own pace with as little or as many dives to suit your day. We schedule up to 4 dives per day, though we are able to accommodate more dives should guests wish. Safety remains a priority regarding multiple dives in a day. We offer Enriched air nitrox FREE of charge for all certified users. Not certified? take the course onboard and start diving Nitrox straight away.9. Do I have to dive with a Worldwide Dive and Sail dive guide?For each of our dives we offer a guide to enhance your enjoyment. Our dive guides can often point out the small critter subjects that you might otherwise miss & we arrange groups dependent on experience & diver needs. Our Cruise Directors provide a detailed briefing before every dive allowing those with more experience the option to plan your dive with your buddy & dive independently from our guides. Our tenders remain out on standby keeping watch until the last divers have returned.10. Is there a required level of dive certification or experience to join your liveaboard trips?Absolutely not! All levels of divers are welcome aboard our yachts. Whether it be complete beginners to experienced dive professionals, we will cater for your dive needs. However, for some destinations we do recommend that Open Water divers consider pursuing the Advanced Open Water course during the trip. This will allow the diver to increase their knowledge and experience of diving, as well as enabling the diver to get the most out of their dives.11. What is the custom regarding tipping the staff and crew?Tipping is a matter of personal choice. You may wish to if you feel that our crew have made your holiday extra special.12. What tanks are available for guest use?Our tanks are 12l / 80 cubic feet aluminium and filled to 200bar / 3000psi. We have a small quantity of 15l tanks available on each liveabaord and pre booking is requiredThe tank valves are both International and DIN, and DIN regualtors may be used without the need to bring an additionla adapter. 13. Flights?Many of our diving locations are remote from International airports and require a domestic connecting flight to reach your departure point. The reliability of these domestic airline schedules vary from country to country. We strongly advise all guests to spend one night before and after your cruise to allow for changes to domestic flight schedules and avoid disruption to your onward International connections. Our booking team are onhand to advise on a range of hotel options. Indonesia Raja Ampat: Flight required to/from Sorong, which can be reached via Jakarta, Makassar, Ambon or Manado. Our crew will be at Sorong airport to meet you and a transfer is arranged to the yacht. Indonesia North Sulawesi: Flight required to/from Manado, which can be reached via Jakarta & Makassar or direct from Singapore. You will need to organise a transfer car or taxi, which our bookings team can assist you with. Indonesia Flores: Flight required to/from Maumere Airport, which can be reached via Jakarta, Makassar or Bali. Our crew will be at the airport to meet you and a transfer to the yacht is arranged.. Andaman Islands: Flights to/from Port Blair are direct from Chennai or Calcutta. You may also fly from Delhi via one of these two cities however flights can be overbooked, we advise 1 night before and after your trip in Chennai. Philippines - Tubbataha: Puerto Princessa airport, Palawan, may be reached via Manila or Cebu. The airport is a short distance from the departure point. Our crew will be on hand to meet you and a transfer is pre-arranged. Maldives:- All International flights arrive into Male Aiport, where there is a decent hotel that you may use for an overnight stay. All of our trips require a domestic flight either at the start or the end of your cruise dependent on your itinerary. Our bookings team will be able to update you on the schedules. Malaysia: Departure point is Labuan which can be reached direct from Kuala Lumpur or via Kota Kinabalu. Our crew will be onhand at Labuan airport to meet you and a transfer to the yacht is arranged. Timor-Leste:- Departure point is Dili, we have 2 scheduled transfers to meet the current flight schedules for arrivals from Darwin, Singapore or Bali. Palau:- Departure point is Sam's Tours Dive Centre in Koror, we have arranged transfers to meet the current flight schedules for arrivals from Guam or Manila, please confirm arrival times with our bookings office to ensure your transfer is arranged and to avoid delays. 14. Dive Insurance?This is compulsory and we recommend DAN or Indepths Insurance. Whilst diving incidents can be avoided, our diving is often in remote locations, therefore we ask all of our guests to please ensure they have adequate insurance coverage for medical evacuation and recompression treatment.15. Other questions?Other questions you may have please ask NOW. No question is silly and we would rather you ask at the time of booking or before your trip, as once on the boat we may not be able to facilitate your request or satisfactorily answer your question.. |
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