I owe my love of diving to summer camp, getting certified at age 14. After college, I became an instructor, teaching on the island of St. Croix. Working for travel magazines, I've been lucky to travel to every continent on assignment, from jumping in the water with humpback whales in Antarctica to swimming alongside mantas in Asia.
Our readers voted and these are six of the top destinations perfect for beginner divers seeking ideal conditions with plenty of wow factor.
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