| Spoilsport - 30 March, 2006 |
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Written by Trip Director - Craig Stephen
Beautiful weather with near glass out conditions set the scene for a fantastic Coral Sea excursion. Clear water made the drop off's particularly spectacular producing sightings of hammer head sharks on both days. Huge soft coral and black coral trees kept the deep divers smiling from ear to ear. WIth the expedition culminating at North Horn with the shark feed. |
Guest Photo Competition |
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1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
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Dave Campbell - Christmas tree worm. |
Dave Campbell - anemone fish. |
Dave Campbell - lion fish. |
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| Scott Robins, USA. "The absolute trip of a life time! The dive site diversity, variances in sea conditions and the attention of our crew was superb. The food was excellently prepared and abundant." |
| Denise Robins, USA. "The individual service during the dives. Everything was excellent." |
| Sharon Boyd, USA. "The service and meals were superb. We love the new boat. And, the BBQ was a great time. Craig and his enthusiasm is a big bonus." |
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| Spoilsport - 27 March, 2006 |
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Guest Photo Competition |
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1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
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Andrew Rogerson - cuttle fish. |
Kurt Franck - clam. |
Kurt Franck - silhouette diver. |
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| Gary Wilson, USA. "The friendliness and professionalism of the staff, particularly Steve and Kat." |
| Evan Medeeros, USA. "A constantly friendly and helpful staff that was always approachable and full of good advice - regardless of how basic the question may be. Eli, in particular should be commended for his professionalism and friendly disposition." |
| Ellen Royer, France. "Everything's perfect." |
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| Spoilsport - 23 March, 2006 |
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Written by Trip Director - Steve Mitchell
A great expedition was had on board Spoilsport with a vibrant mix of people from all across Europe, North America and Asia. They got to experience the section of the Great Barrier Reefs majestic Ribbon Reef system with it's spectacular coral gardens brimming with vibrant fish life and turtles. Also visiting the spectacular deep walls and stunning visibility of Osprey Reef in the Coral Sea. One highlight the stunning shark feed at North Horn with dozens of sharks. Mike and Sue Raney celebrated their honeymoon on board Spoilsport with us. |
Guest Photo Competition |
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1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
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Andy Kirkland - shrimp. |
Andrew Rogerson - anemone fish. |
Andy Kirkland - lion fish. |
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| Andrea Hever, USA. "Professionalism of crew and safety considerations in diving conditions." |
| Joseph Kramer, USA. "All of my expectations were exceeded." |
| David Gay, USA. "Diving was good, staff was excellent, good atmosphere." |
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| Spoilsport - 16 March, 2006 |
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Written by Trip Director - Steve Mitchell
The first expedition to Osprey Reef for SPoilsport was a big success despite there being a cyclone near Cairns, further north we only experienced one day of strong winds. An excellent mix of people from around the world including; United Kingdom, Canada, Malta as well as two tour groups from Canada and one from Russia made for an upbeat, vibrant feel in the vessel. The first time to Osprey Reef was exciting for both crew and passengers. Some of the highlights of this were diving through the cave at The Entrance and of course the shark feed at North Horn with dozens of white-tip reef sharks, gray reef sharks and even potato cod making an appearance.
A good time was had by all and everyone was sad to leave when returning on Thursday back to Cairns. |
Guest Photo Competition |
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1st Place |
2nd Place |
3rd Place |
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Wes Sobczak - pipe fish. |
Kelly Sobczak - lizard fish. |
Bob McNamara - anemone fish. |
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| Michel Prive, Canada. Despite the problems and the weather the crew found good diving sites and made us forget the environment. Good on board organization and atmosphere." |
| Heather McKinley-Jette, Canada. "Beautiful dives!" |
| Stephen Konigsberg, USA. "The dive sites and ease with which they were made available." |
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