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Learn to dive, or put your existing certification to use, at one of the world's premier diving spots: The tiny Caribbean island of Saba. When not diving, relax by the pool at our gay-friendly guest house, or hike up the island's extinct volcano.

Here's what previous travelers have said about An Octopus's Garden

"I've done more than 200 dives in various places in the Caribbean and Saba, by far, is the cleanest and the best. It truly is The Unspoiled Queen."
    —G.O., Howard, Fla.

"For a single gay traveler, new places can sometimes be unwelcoming. Tiny Saba, which cannot be found on most maps, welcomed our group with open arms! Traveling with Alyson Adventures made my week a carefree delight."
    —John McGehee, Walnut Creek, Calif.

"We've traveled many places, under many circumstances, and the trips we've taken with Alyson Adventures have always been among the least stressful and most comfortable - true vacations."
    —Angelo Aguanno, Palm Springs, Calif.

"Everything one would want in a vacation, from clean rooms with spectacular views to awesome scuba diving, all the while surrounded by gracious, friendly people."
    —Richard Keiser, Washington, D.C.

"Truly a get-away-from-it-all vacation. What better way to spend my first scuba diving vacation than on a paradise island - exquisite!"
    —Arthur Shirk, Natick, Mass.

"Saba is a jewel, friendly, unspoiled, a step back in time to a more relaxed, enjoyable pace. Diving was awesome."
    —D.E., Sedgwick, Maine

"I was very pleased with all aspects of the Saba trip. The personalities of the divers, guides and hosts all seemed to work to create a great experience."
    —Fred Pappalardo, Provincetown, Mass

"Saba the second time was even more magnificent than the first."
    —T. F., Louisville, Ky.

"This was one of the most enjoyable trips I've taken - great new friends and great diving. The divemasters were attentive, helpful and fun. It made for secure and safe but difficult dives."
    —Paul T. Hempel, Worcester, Mass.

"Great dive experience, wonderful island, very well run. I would do this trip again."
    —Jonathan A. Bregman DDS, Durham, N.C.

"There was a diverse and interesting group of people, and the pace of the organized events was perfect."
    —Peter Clement, Washington, D.C.

"Your first shark sighting is a moment you will never forget."
    —Terry Feathers, Shelbyville, Ky.

"Saba is truly the 'unspoiled queen' as far as scuba diving is concerned."
    —Tommy Davis, Springfield, Mo.

"Saba is the friendliest, queerest island on earth!"
    —Craig Desoer, Walnut Creek, Calif.

"An excellent adventure!!"
    —Jeff C. Hill, Chillicothe, Ohio

"It's as fun as the brochure describes. No disappointments at all. Really worth doing."
    —Michael McCarthy, Cambridge, Mass.

"The brilliance of the aquatic life and the stunning scenery both underwater and on land made this a most memorable trip. Please keep this charming, stress-free little island a secret!"
    —Richard Strange, Washington, D.C.

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