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I obtained my PADI Open water certification 14 years ago on the Grand Princess. It was a wonderful experience. Yes, I used a lot of my ship time in class, but was 17 at the time and loved it. I did my open water dives in beautiful tropical locations that would not have been available to me at home in Pittsburgh. It definitely started me off with a great experience. Sadly, not many ships offer this any more.

While the Scuba certification is limited, it would be possible to complete the other open water portions at a facility at home, and do your next 2 open water dives on your next vacation. Since you're already limited to diving with a five master until you get the open water, you're not really losing anything anyway.

If this interests you, go for it! I'm sure once you're done, you'll be ready to continue your certification education!

We're headed to Bermuda on the Explorer on May 25. Single mom to a 10 year old boy. 10 days away, can't wait!

Single mom sailing with my son who will be ready to ditch me any chance he gets on May 25 on the Explorer to Bermuda!