From 25 successful dives to a febrile mess in a dark room. A journey through tropical fevers, missing the sunset, and the long-awaited gossip of the island.
Utila – Week 2, Day 6: A New Routine
From assisting my first Advanced course to becoming the island’s unofficial masseuse. A journey through buoyancy squares, marching bands, and the world’s worst pasta.
Utila – Week 2, Day 5: Thanksgiving Triumph
From pathetic fallacies and exam marathons to the triumph of the whiteboard. A journey through skill circuits, Thanksgiving feasts, and a bittersweet goodbye.
Utila – Week 2, Day 3: The Potato Massacre
From botched gear prep and bruised knees to the art of spearing potatoes. A journey through 24 scuba skills, venomous lionfish, and a biblical tequila hangover.
Utila – Week 2, Day 2: The DMT Journey Begins!
From tropical storms and PADI curriculum scares to the secrets of the gear shed. A journey through steep learning curves, island life, and the first day of training.
Utila – Week 2, Day 1: Welcome to the Staff
From budgeting battles and double rainbows to the maze of the reef. A journey through underwater alleys, pufferfish secrets, and the start of a new career.
Utila – Week 1, Day 7: The Hell Dive
Surviving the “hell dive” and finding Barney. From treating sandfly bites to earning the “Old Man” title, Day Seven brings certification and another whale shark.
Utila – Week 1, Day 6: A Rescue Diver Appears
Waking up with a new purpose: becoming a Divemaster. From hospital CPR to open water rescues, day six brings new challenges and a stunning sunset.
Utila – Week 1, Day 5: A Legendary Creature
A rare whale shark sighting changes everything. From an unforgettable swim with a gentle giant to a spontaneous decision to stay and become a Divemaster.
Utila – Week 1, Day 4: The Karaoke Uprising
A move to Underwater Vision turns into a karaoke uprising. From lobster baleadas to battling a karaoke diva and a snoring roommate, island life gets loud.