Small bubbles upwards, while tickling my nose, cold seawater swing in my glove. I try to focus on the black wings of the instructor in front of me, but, among the two emerging kelp plants, a shadow stare at me. First of all I think it is a statue or a submerged remains to find divers. But when I realize there I take double Should not do Become an idol 50 feet below the surface.

I gasp – I have no easy achievement with a regulator in my mouth – as I close my eyes Huge sea bassIn about 250 pounds, severely endangered fish is flowing easily in its natural scope.

In this way the encounters are almost regular from the coast Catalina islandOne of the famous California channel IslandsThe house for the succulent kelp forests and a stunning array of marine life, Cataline has earned his reputation as a divers’s dream. And recently, the professional union of diving instructors (Lying), The world’s largest diving organization, named it the best place for Scuba Dive in the United States.

According to PADI, Catalina One of the world’s most popular diving spots is thanks to lively maritime life, unique debris dives, and royal kelp forests that are up to 100 feet long.

Catalina’s diving scene was made famous Jacks costoThe person who innovated the diving under modern water, fought for the protection of marine life, and educated the world through powerful documentaries. The internationally renowned documentary of Couteau about Katalina put it on the map, so she is honored by a plaque 40 feet below the surface. (Passengers can also respect their memory by participating in one Dive against debrisWhere the divers remove garbage from the precious reefs of divers, advocate sea security, and contribute to a global database.)

Casino pointOne of the most popular dive sites of the island is the country’s first non -profit water park. This 2.5 -acre location is a marine protected area, which is part of the reason that underwater organisms are so comfortable around humans.

While I saw a huge sea bass and the state fish of California, bright orange Garibaldi, these are much higher than the fish in these water.

In addition to the expander Kelp One, the divers will find horn shark, sea arachine, spiny lobster, sea cucumber, seal and huge sea bass, “Christin Valet Wart, Chief Brand and Membership Officer for Paid Worldwide, said,” Travel + holiday,

My In2deep scuba instructorAccording to Rines, who have been diving since the 1970s, “You will see things in Katalina that you won’t see anywhere else.”

For those who do not know how scuba dive (yet), Katalina is a great place to learn. Sign up with In2deepA dive center in Santa Monica, whose friendly instructor and regular Catalina Day trips make it easier to plan a quick journey from Los Angeles.

Passengers who plan to spend a few days on the island can also live Katalina Canyon InA comfortable hotel that has a restaurant, pool and more Organized tour Around the island.

Pal in style in Katalina Express Captain’s loungeA private room on the boat with priority boarding, graceful drinks and luxurious seating. Catalina express Los provides ghats from Angeles and Orange County, and they expand their hours during the summer months.

Apart from Katalina, Padi also recognizes John Pencamp Coral Reef State Park in Florida, Flower garden bank In Texas, and Crystal River in Florida.