Nicknamed the “Garden Isle,” Kauai is famous for the lush tropical rainforest that covers much of its surface and has served as an exotic backdrop for many Hollywood films.
Lost tourism revenue is hurting marine protected areas around the world. Ocean experts say this is a reason to increase government investment in nature reserves.
Virginia Beach is known for the beach, boardwalk, great restaurants and the master jet base at Oceana but many folks bypass the area to go diving elsewhere.