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Tag: marine-sanctuary

Water Activities · Oslob, Cebu

Sumilon Island: The Sandbar That Appears Like a Mirage

A tidal sandbar that appears like a mirage, clear protected reefs and easy access from Oslob make Sumilon Island a compact but richly rewarding day trip from Cebu. Pair marine wildlife encounters with lazy snorkeling and a stretch of white sand for a complete seaside escape.

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Water Activities · Key Largo, Florida

Beneath the Surface: Exploring John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

Float above parrotfish and brain coral, stalk eagle rays on a morning dive or watch the reef unfurl beneath a glass-bottom boat. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is the most accessible way to meet the living reef in the continental U.S.—and a place where good planning and reef-safe behavior pay off in sightings and memories.

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