I attended a recent Anilao workshop where a typhoon decided to make an appearance. In addition to the usual challenges associated with variability of equipment, experience, and personalities, the Bluewater dive leaders were dealt another in the form of the weather situation. Given the remoteness of the resort and limited “other activity” options, they filled the time and handled it well with on-premises activities. Good thing they have such a cache of knowledge, experience, and materials of their own to pull from. Couple all that with 18+ hrs per day talking and I’d say their collective work was A+ in making a positive experience for all.

I rated conditions as "average" but that has much more to do with results of the weather situation. I was pleased enough with the sites, crew, and critters that I will definitely visit Anilao in the future.

I look forward to traveling with both of the Bluewater dive leaders in the future!