Scuba diving travel can be one of the most enjoyable vacations you ever take. With thousands of destinations to choose from, there is always a destination that is jam packed full of activities for both above and below the water.
Package destinations are the best choice for those just starting out. You can have the air fare, accommodations and diving all included, planned and all you have to do is pay a one time fee. Some of these are all inclusive, which means all your meals and beverages are included as well, which can limit your dining options a little but can save you're a lot of cash. The biggest benefit of taking a total scuba diving travel package is the friends that you meet. These packages are usually filled with individuals like you that enjoy the sport among other common interests. Besides, diving with a group is always much more fun then diving alone.
If traveling far distances is not for you then most anywhere you live there are usually interesting diving locations. By taking your boat on your getaway, you can hit the water any time you wish and stay on the water as long as you and your family wish. You might want to take some friends along so that you can dive as a group and still have someone in the boat timing the dive to ensure safety. If your boat is large enough and has sufficient sleeping accommodation for the group, you can even stay aboard the vessel and simply pay dockage fees.
If your local destinations are not interesting enough but you prefer a more private scuba diving vacation, then you can always work with your travel agent to find those hidden away destinations that do not have packages available. There are plenty of charter dive boats that you could reserve in many dive vacation spots around the world. The beauty of renting a charter is you get someone that knows the waters and has a crew that can help in case an emergency situation happens.
The reality is that the options for scuba diving travel are for the most part limitless. Just remember to have fun planning your scuba diving holiday and even more fun taking it.