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May 2-9, 2009: Utila, Bay Islands, Honduras
LiquidAssets.tv Discovers a Unique Utila Utopia

Join LiquidAssets.tv as they film an episode of "Into the Drink" in Utila, Bay Islands, Honduras, one of the best-kept secrets in the Caribbean. This unique Utila Utopia experience includes 2-tank boat diving daily, free shore night diving, complimentary shore diving (weather permitting), tanks, weights and belts, gear staging, refreshments on boat, private equipment room with oversized lockers, gear rental available (not included), whale shark and dolphin lecture from local scientist. Diver and non-diver packages both include accommodations, land/boat transfers to and from airport in Utila, welcome cocktail, daily breakfast, lunch and three-course dinner designed by our four-star chef, coffee, tea, filtered water. Fresh juices during breakfast hours. Activities included with all packages: snorkeling, sea kayaking (2 kayaks on site), bush hiking, volleyball, horseshoes, billiards, book and game selections in the library lounge.

Saturday, May 2, 2009
Air transfer from Roatan ($240 per person, departs at 3:30pm, auto transfer to resort included).
Relax at Utila Utopia.

Sunday, May 3, 2009
Morning: 2-tank boat diving from 8am to noon.
Afternoon: Relax and get to know everyone, and enjoy great food and on-site activities.

Monday, May 4, 2009
Morning: 2-tank boat diving from 8am to noon.
Afternoon: Whale shark and dolphin lecture from scientist at whale shark institute. On-site activities available all afternoon.
Evening: shore night dive.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Morning: 2-tank boat diving from 8am to noon.
Afternoon: Freshwater cave adventure (optional, see details below).

Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Morning: 2-tank boat diving from 8am to noon.
Afternoon: Firewalker seminar presentation.
Evening: Coal-walking ceremony and island fish fry/BBQ party.

Thursday, May 7, 2009
Morning: 2-tank boat diving from 8am to noon.
Afternoon: Sightseeing in town & tour of the on-island brewery.

Friday, May 8, 2009
Discover Cayos Cochinos Day Package (optional, details below). Depart Utopia's dock at 7am. Arrive at Cayos Cochinos, 830am. Visit the village and take a tour. Lunch at village paid by guests, 11:30am. Back to boat at 1pm for 1-tank dive or snorkel. Depart for Utopia Village at 3pm.

Saturday, May 9, 2009
Breakfast and transfer to the airport to catch your flight home, to dream of your next LiquidAssets.tv adventure.

 

Price of this unique Utila experience is $1,595 per diver, $1,295 per non-diver. Additional boat dives, $80 per person for 2 tanks. Air transfer from Roatan to Utila, $240 (required for all packages).

We hope you come along to make it a trip that you'll never forget. To secure your space, go to liquidassets.tv/reservations/ or call 419.490.7287 or email reservations@liquidassets.tv to book the trip directly and get assistance with airfare on this or any LiquidAssets.tv trip.

Scheduled Optional Tours (more available on-site)

Freshwater Cave Adventure
Begin with a quad trip up to the caves. Take a refreshing dip into this natural pool while enjoying nature’s limestone formations. Your guide will provide a brief history of the area (pirate folklore regarding lost treasure) and then lead you into the caves. One cave is open and easily accessible, the other requires an underground climb. Take a swimsuit, torches and candles to explore. You will be taken to the destination via quad or truck. Normally $40, special rate just $10 per person plus 12% tax, 3-hour tour 1-4pm, 2-person minimum.

Whale Shark Lecture & Excursion - LiquidAssets.tv Bonus!
The whale shark excursion is a two-part series of lecture and boat snorkeling trip. Learn about this mysterious creature through a lecture provided by one of the scientists from the whale shark institute, then go on a four-hour boat trip to try and find these elusive giants. Maximum 24 persons, please. Chances are you may also spot a pod of dolphins! Boat excursion Monday through Thursday, 1-5pm; Friday 8am-12pm.

Discover Cayos Cochinos Day Package
Discover the "Rare Pink Boa" while trekking through the mountain jungles of Cayos Cochinos. Imagine yourself diving uncharted reefs where no one has been before only to realize you are surrounded by a ring of coral forming a natural Blue Hole. Step off the edge into new territories and create your own "Amazing Adventure Vacation!" Take a private catamaran on a 3-hour cat ride to the beautiful island of Cayos Cochinos. Cayos has a protected marine park with pristine reefs and unique coral formations. Indigenous tribes, called the Carib Indians, still live as they did 200 years ago. Visit their villages and have a fish or lobster lunch prepared especially for you. We can arrange a park guide that will take you on a trek to the "Lighthouse" home of the rare "Pink Boa." Normally $120, just $80 per person plus tax, price is per trip for up to 4 persons plus divemaster, includes private boat, captain, marine permits, snacks and drinks, tanks, weights and belts and/or snorkel gear if required.

Additional Options

Cooking classes with our four-star chef
Spanish lessons
Half- and full-day flats fishing
Quad and scooter rentals in town
Trip to town for sightseeing
Guided hiking to Pumpkin Hill
Spa options
Additional services available but not included

Notes

Whale sharks are present year round in the waters of Utila. The majority of sightings are in March and April.
Weekly non-package for accommodations and food only: deduct $100 from package pricing.
Two-week stay incentive: second week of diving free on dive package.
Minimum 4-night stay is required with a Saturday arrival or departure.
Due to remoteness of resort, with no other restaurants available, the meal plan is included with all packages.
Triple occupancy rates apply to double full rooms only and are based upon availability.
Packages are pro-rated if number of nights is other than above. Contact us for information and pricing.

Exclusions

Applicable hospitality and sales taxes
Airfare
Weekly reef fee for preservation, conservation, and maintaining dive buoys
Gratuities appreciated by staff can be paid at end of trip
Bar sales: alcoholic beverages, sodas, smoothies, specialty drinks
Additional services as listed
Unscheduled boat trips to town available for an extra fee
Approximately $35 per person Honduran airport departure tax
Nitrox diving (available at an additional charge)