Koh Tao (translated Turtle Island - Koh Tao resembles a turtle from up above) makes up one of the three developed islands off Thailand's east coast…by far the smallest of the three. This little spot of paradise became our destination for about a week. Ready for some diving, swimming, and more beach time, we set out on a slow night ferry from the mainland. In the small city of Chumpon, just before departure, we pre-booked an enticing open-water dive course before we reached Koh Tao. Although this was a bit of a risk, considering we hadn’t met any of the staff or instructors, the company New Way Diving seemed professional and well-organized, so we booked the four-day course in advance. Arriving on Koh Tao, we had two days before our course started, so we booked a
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