Hanging out on Alona Beach is always relaxing for me, my first visit in the mid 90s saw a much different beach infrastructure and attitude – no complaints though, I like the current development as much as the almost uninhabited beach of the early 90s.

There wasn’t much there in those days, not like the bars and restaurants all set up on the beach these days, a different atmosphere to that of today – well, that was before covid anyway. During the day after diving, this is a great opportunity to sit on the beach and grab a bite to eat and wash down with a few drinks.

I used to bring my study materials with me, some people ask why I would bring study materials on holiday with me? I have to study during this period, why would I only take my break between units? I set my laptop computer up, bring my textbooks along with printed readings and get into it.

I loved this style of study in the past, I really couldn’t do it again though and I am glad there is no more study on the horizon. This part-time study and full-time work model is great, it is tough on the individual, how people with kids study is beyond me.

Let’s face it, I couldn’t think of a better location to study as I have the time to read, write up essays and enjoy the beach between dives. I couldn’t actually think of a better place to study – it was a great time.