Our World’s Best Dive Resorts and Liveaboards issue is so much more than just a list. It’s a snapshot of what makes diving extraordinary right now. This year, 8,729 of you shared your stories, recommendations and memories. That’s thousands of divers from around the world, each with a unique perspective on what makes a dive experience unforgettable.
When we sifted through your comments, we also got a picture of what touched you and of what you truly valued: shared sunsets on deck, the kindness of crew who know your name by the second day, the overwhelm felt the moment you locked eyes with a whale shark, experiencing a pristine reef thanks to the care an organization took to keep it that way. This feedback reminds us that the best dives aren’t only about what’s below the surface, but also about who we’re with.
Whether your dream trip takes you to beautiful Palau, the kelp forests of California or a colorful Caribbean cove, the places celebrated in these pages are here because you, our readers, voted for them. You told us where you found magic, adventure and connection.
As you peruse these pages, I hope you feel inspired to plan your next trip with friends you can enjoy every moment of it with.
— Candice Landau, Content Director
OUR ANNUAL READERS CHOICE survey, now in its 33rd year, gives a voice to Scuba Diving magazine’s readers. It comes as no surprise to us that our globetrotting readers are uniquely savvy when it comes to identifying the best the dive world has to offer. This year, 8,729 of you responded to our survey to share your favorite dive destinations, operators, resorts and liveaboards from around the world—and the results are in. Consider the following your go-to reference when booking dive travel in the coming year. Choose from among the many Readers Choice award winners, and you’ll always find yourself experiencing destinations in ways that continue to remind us of the reasons we love to explore.
