With its picture perfect scenery that includes palm trees, smooth white beaches, and clear blue water, truly Bay Islands is a world wonder. Bay Islands consists of the islands of Guanaja, Roatan, Utila, and to over 60 islets that sits atop on the world s second biggest barrier reef. With its great coral reefs along the edges, Bay Islands is the right place for you to scuba dive. Scuba diving is a form of recreation that most of the people enjoy. Trips and vacations are also some of the desirable activities that divers wish to participate. For the diving enthusiasts, anything that concerns about scuba diving is interesting. The use of a wetsuit for instance is an important part of the game. For example, if you are certified as an open water diver, you are only allowed to dive in dive sites that have a minimum requirement of open water diver. However, if you are certified as an advanced open water diver, you can dive at dive sites that have a minimum certification level of open water and advanced open water. It is even made great with the present technological innovations. With the aid of the specialized modern equipment, bonding with the aquatic environment gets more fun and interesting. Like any other kinds of sports the divers spend a lot of money just to make them equipped with the needed gear. You can never dare reach underwater world without the scuba diving equipment. A simple way top put it is the deeper the dive is the lesser the oxygen and nitrogen and the more there will be helium in the mixture. Helium is used because it is less narcotic than nitrogen and you can dive deeper without worrying about oxygen toxicity. This is because you lessen the oxygen and nitrogen content in the mix and are replaced by helium. You will not have a problem if you know some scuba diving trip helpful tips found on books, diving magazines, newspapers or travel guides. Here are some: - Choose a diving destination compatible to your scuba diving skill level, preferences, budget and time. Get the information directly from dive centers or from an experienced dive travel specialist.