The perfect family vacation

When asking 7-year-old Jennifer what her favorite thing at camp was, she said, "Sucking up the gummy worms and fish!" I'll bet you're wondering the same thing parents ask their kids at the end of day: "What are you talking about?" Learning to be a nurse shark and eat like one can be sloppy business, with water splashing and gummy fish flying. It seems that so much fun really can't involve learning, but you would be surprised how much more kids remember from one week of camp than they do from a whole year of science in school.

While the kids are swimming with stingrays, sharks and turtles, it's time for the parents to enjoy their guilt-free vacation of diving, snorkeling or just lying on the beach with a good book. Ocean Encounters and their staff take care of the divers and make sure that mom and dad are having just as much fun as the kids. Adults can dive the beautiful Curaçao coral reefs or any number of wrecks, including the famous Superior Producer, which lies at 100 feet. There's something for everyone.

Kids Sea Camp Curaçao will entice the entire family, from divers who just want to casually linger over a beautiful shallow reef teeming with fish in 80-degree water to those who want satisfy an experienced diving palate on a shipwreck like the Superior Producer. Curaçao does not just satisfy the diver, though; it keeps nondiving family members busy with snorkeling, kayaking, beachcombing, an island tour and the sights of the Hato Caves. There are museums, casinos and spas awaiting those who prefer topside entertainment. There's also a bonfire, a treasure hunt and tons of giveaways, such as SCUBAPRO gear and a Sea Life Reef Master underwater camera. At Kids Sea Camp, there's never a dull moment.

So what do the kids who got certified last year do this year? What will experienced junior open-water divers do for a whole week? They can dive with sea lions and jump in at Animal Encounters to dive with stingrays, feed turtles, see sharks and pet our goliath grouper, Herby. They can become underwater photographers and collect research data on the Sea Aquarium reef with marine biologists. Don't forget, they can even spend time with the dolphins. How does that sound to you? This is all included in our NEW Ocean Discovery Specialty diver program for PADI-certified kids. During this week, mom and dad will be wishing they were kids again.

For more information on all Kids Sea Camp programs, call 800-934-3483 or visit www.kidsseacamp.com.  

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