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Thank you for visiting our web site. My wife and have been diving for over 16 years, our experience with Ed Robinson's Group was one of the smoothest ran operations we had dealings with. Experienced dive masters and great caring people. We dove with Ed Robinson's 6 years ago. I still like Bonaire Better! For sea life! Kevin Mikeworth <mikeworth@clickcom.com> Huntersville, NC USA - Friday, December 31, 1999 at 01:34:39 (EST) We enjoyed our 5 days of diving with Ed, Paul, and Al in Oct. Ed still makes a great dive guide as well as the rest of the crew! Great memories of lots of old finny friends all dressed in different outfits from their usual style in the Caribbean! Thanks for a special vacation! Buck and Judy Locke <buckandjudy@mediaone.com> Winchester, MA USA - Friday, December 10, 1999 at 14:32:27 (EST) I found that the Diving with Ed Robinson, was a great adventure, and diving experance. I have been diving in Mexico several times, and I found that the diving on Maui to be one of the best places to dive. Thanks ED for the experance James Turpin <jturpin77@hotmail.com> Murray, UT USA - Sunday, December 05, 1999 at 15:11:09 (EST) Had an awesome two tank dive with my two sons Rich and Erik on November 22 with Capt. Billy, Sue and Roger. Boat was very squared away, staff was quite professional and the dives were great. You can rest assured we will return on our next visit to your special paradise. Rick McMichael <rick.mcmichael@wreco1.com> Seattle, WA USA - Tuesday, November 30, 1999 at 11:37:13 (EST) 12 OF US IN KIHEI 10/1-10/10 Several divers. Looking for free passes to aquarium, too. as for diving, Cathederals dive off Lani interests us again. Dove with whale shark at Molokini in '95. don't expect same but invite your sugestions. 20 yrs experience. Many want to whale watch etc. entise us to come to ed robinson vs. maui dive shop or others. we're flexable .. include golf, whale watching, shopping, and more. Thanks ROD WILSON <CRONK@CLARKSTON.COM> CLARKSTON, WA USA - Wednesday, November 03, 1999 at 23:53:10 (EST) will be in kihei, hala pa hana resort 10/1-10/10 with 4-couples. Looking for package for three of us to lani cathridels. and other locations. bthere and many rod wilson <cronk@clarkston.com> clarkston, wa USA - Wednesday, November 03, 1999 at 23:38:24 (EST) Great website ! I used your website to help book my hotel, so I can be close to diving. I plan on doing at least one charter dive, but would like to do some shore dives also. I'll be going to Kilei in April, and need shore dive buddies. I'll be staying at the Maui Mana Kai. Ray <rsmiller@inreach.com> Lodi, CA USA - Tuesday, November 02, 1999 at 01:07:52 (EST) Thanks a ton for the most pleasurable dive experiance I have ever had . I have had the good fortune to do a lot of world traveling over the years including dive trips in Australia and the Carribien . I can say without question that you guys run the best operation on the water as far as I am concerned . Your knowledge ,patience , and attenton to your clients are unequaled . Al,Dan ,Renee,Byrd,and Bill were all wonderful . I have to save a special thanks for John who was just great . My wife and I were on our honeymoon . She is a new diver , having just been certified and was more than a little nervous. Thank God for John who was able to make her relax and enjoy the underwater surroundings through both his knowldge of the diving and his enthusiasm for the wildlife . We can't wait to come back , hopefully next year . Your entire staff was a delight .That is a rare occurance in this day and age . Thanks again ,we look forward to seeing you again. Jim & Renee Medbery ,Atlanta ,GA Jim Medbery <jmedbery@binswanger.com> Atlanta , GA USA - Monday, October 18, 1999 at 16:36:45 (EDT) Great web site!! I love all the underwater photographs. I downloaded the Art in the sea screensaver and I love it. Do you have another underwater screensaver planned in the near future? Please let me know if you do. Thanks again for the wonderful screensaver. Larry Hogeboom <hogieroll@netscape.net> Bremerton, WA USA - Sunday, October 17, 1999 at 23:25:40 (EDT) Tomorrow I´ll go with Ed Robinsons. I hope it will be great. ;-) Nice page. Christian Heydt <heydt@restart.de> München, Germany - Sunday, October 17, 1999 at 01:24:34 (EDT) I Used to handle your account at Magic Glo. Nice site! I would love to go there. Andrea Jones NJ USA - Friday, October 01, 1999 at 20:52:10 (EDT) Words really cannot express the diving with ERDA. I've already recommended you guys to several folks and will continue to do so. We dove with a couple operations there on Maui and no one compares with ERDA. We look forward to our next opportunity to check in on Garbanzo and get a good look at that flame angel that so quickly ducked out of sight. Byrd, John, Paul, Kim--a thousand thanks for your cheerful and patient attitudes, clear pre-dive briefings, and relaxed awareness of all the divers in the water. May the batteries in your shark tip-jar never run out! Ed, give these guys a raise, they are outstanding! How will I face the 45-degree water of my local dive sites? Evelyn, don't come back, you will just be dissapointed. Take care and mahalo. John and Holly <oceandefender@hotmail.com> Seattle, WA USA - Thursday, September 30, 1999 at 14:31:28 (EDT) Dear Sue, Congratulations on the addition of your new dive vessel, Sea Spirit. From reading today's Maui News I also learned that you are responsible for the marketing and promotion of ERDA, which is the reason I'm writing. Three years ago I opened my own company, HAWAIIAN HIKING CO.(http://www.maui.net/~hihiking) and have accounts with the Four Seasons, Kea Lani and the Hyatt but feel that there is room for growth. I would appreciate your feedback on some ideas I currently have. Mahalo, Rich Rich Briggs <hihiking@maui.net> Kula, HI USA - Wednesday, September 15, 1999 at 23:23:49 (EDT) Just wanted to say "THANKS" r a super dive experience. We returned to the mainland yesterday and are already planning our next dive trip to Maui. We saw manta rays, sharks (white-tip and gray reef), turtles, octopus, eels, dolphins and so much more (too much to mention). The night dive was my first and really blew me away. A special thanks to all of the crew we dove with!!!! You certainly delivered "the goods". We especially liked the fun-loving, glad-to-be-alive nature of John (a.k.a. Sven) who made those early mornings easier to deal with. ERDA will be highly recommended to anyone planning on diving in Maui. Jill & Jeff Block <jill.block@peri.com> Shoreham, NY USA - Tuesday, September 07, 1999 at 11:29:46 (EDT) Hey guys, just wanted to y thanks so much for making diving in Maui a great time. I personally want to exted a thankyou to Al, John and Bill. You guys made the diving fun, but were able to be professional at the same time. Your knowledge of the sport is overwhelming and comforting. Thanks so much, PeggyLee PeggyLee <peggilee@earthlink.net> Sandy, UT USA - Monday, September 06, 1999 at 20:34:41 (EDT) We've told everybody that we dove six times. Three dives were totally great, and the other three were totally awesome. We dove with Paul the first day, he was a great guide, a patient coach (ask Deb) and all around fun guy. Renee' dove with us on our last two days. She was also an incredible guide, a patient coach (ask Deb again) and a lot of fun. We will never dive with another group in Maui. Thanks for everything, especially the patience and encouragement (ask Deb one more time). Thanks again!!Deb and Jeff Deb and Jeff Zimring <je3ffz@yahoo.com> Albany, NY USA - Wednesday, August 25, 1999 at 23:05:49 (EDT) Byrd, Kim and Paul a very together team, You can depend on them not to be mean, Fish abound everywhere to be seen, As pointed by our guides who are so keen, So we want to thank that Robinson crew, For the attention they give us with everything they do! Linda & Fred Levine <llevine@mail.telis.org> San Jose, CA USA - Saturday, August 21, 1999 at 20:58:44 (EDT) I happened to find your homepage. I love your site,especially your picture "Harlequin Prawn" It is more beautiful than Japanese ones!! I am going to go to Maui next month,so I am looking forward to see you and your knowledgeable crew. Thanks,Your great photos. See you soon. Yukako Awasaki <harbor@kobe-sc.tao.go.jp> Kobe, Japan - Tuesday, August 17, 1999 at 23:54:00 (EDT) Al/Rene/Dan and Byrd, You were all fantastic! Your enthusiasm, patience and knowledge made our dives an outstanding experience. ERDA office management was also quite good. I will be calling you next time I am in Maui and would recommend you to anyone! THANKS, Frederick Simpson Frederick R. Simpson <emmajoe@bright.net> Sidney, OH USA - Tuesday, August 17, 1999 at 02:37:43 (EDT) My son and I had a fabulous experience with your crew. It was professional, educational, safe and FUN! It was nice to have a crew that was excited to take you diving. Renee's knowledge of the sea life was incredible. It made the dives fly by when your looking for all things she told you to look for - white tip sharks, garden eels, the spanish dancers, manta rays and several rare types of fish. Dan's patience and helpful personality is an asset to your company. I am recommending you to any one interested and will definitely be looking forward to seeing you next summer! Rose Benedice <Scubamule@aol.com> Longview, TX USA - Thursday, August 12, 1999 at 12:09:37 (EDT) We have yet to dive with Ed Robinson's Diving Adventures, but we are currently working to book our trip. Can not wait. DiveWorks.com <DiveTheWeb@aol.com> Laguna Niguel, CA USA - Sunday, August 01, 1999 at 16:22:54 (EDT) I was diving with you all in "93" and I loved every minute on the boat and in the water. My family and I will be returning to that wonderfull island and we are looking forward to diving with you in january. Again thanks for the great time and the extrordinary sights. Ron Perry <Perry.enterprises@snet.net> meriden , ct USA - Sunday, July 18, 1999 at 20:44:39 (EDT) I have not yet gotten over jet-lag from the trip home, but I couldn't wait to tell you what a great time Ben and I had with your crew. So mucn of the pleasure of diving is due to the attitude and approach of the dive masters that we attribute a lot of the fun to you all. As you say, "thanks for taking us diving". Allan Kalb <ajkalb@icon-stl.net> Clayton, MO USA - Wednesday, July 07, 1999 at 19:05:07 (EDT) This is our second trip diving with DA in the last three years. We haven't found a more hospitable group of diving professionals. Very patient, knowledgeble, and experienced. The crew is very accommodating without being babysitters. I'd reccommend ERDA to any experienced divers wanting to SCUBA on MAUI! The 3-Tank Advanced Dive is an awesome experience. Todd & Karen Martin <tmartin@isi.com> West Bloomfield, MI USA - Monday, July 05, 1999 at 23:28:49 (EDT) Just a note of thanks to Capt rd, Capt Billy and most of all AL. I was never so spoiled as when I boarded your boats on the evening of the 24 and the morning of the 25 of June. Al was very knowledgeable,great to dive and talk to. I am a PADI instructor and if I have any students that would like to do their open water checkout in Hawaii I would not think twice about recommending Al. Thanks for a great time, hope to be diving with you again. Tim Schmieding Tim Schmieding <Tschmieding@excite.com> Wixom, MI USA - Thursday, July 01, 1999 at 23:30:39 (EDT) Will be on Maui in January at the Maui Prince Hotel. Would love to get suggestions for 3 or 4 days of diving. Any information would be apprecated! Thanks Terry Jenson <tjenson123@aol.com> omaha, ne USA - Saturday, June 26, 1999 at 03:07:56 (EDT) i love your site .i am 54 and have been diving for 21 years matt USA - Monday, June 21, 1999 at 09:06:07 (EDT) First of all I have to say that diving in Maui is totally awesome.My only regret is that I didn't get to spend more in there.Red Hill was great, but diving both sides of Molokini was out of this world.We want to thank the crew, John, Al,Capt.Byrd And especially Kim [our guide]for looking for & pointing out the rare species.I got some great pictures. Thank you all. John & Cynthia W. dnc, Jacksonville,Florida John Wojcicki <DE3carwojo@aol.com> Jacksonville, Fl USA - Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at 15:29:23 (EDT) Thought I'd take advantage of this comment page to say how much we miss your great dive trips, especially those wonderful night dives. I will never forget my first night dive (our very first 15 open water dives were in Maui in June '98). Billy, will you ever forget my "squid" encounter? 10 full minutes with a squid lovingly matching the color of my nail polish and sitting in my hand, playing, and when it was time for me to come up (at 500psi) nestling back into my hand begging me to stay ? We all cried over that one. Plus I have the pics to prove it. Well, I've had another "squid encounter" in Florida a few weeks ago (2 squids this time) who also loved my "dive" nail polish just as much as all the other critters I've had the fortune of interacting with. We have also completed not only our advanced course, but our 120th dive in a year's time! My very favorite of them all is Red Hill in Nov '98. It seems every critter in the Hawaiian islands is found there. You couldn't get me out of there. Next time I'll use Nitrox and stay down for 3 hours instead of 1 and 1/2. Nor will we forget our "Adventure" off the backwall when the Mauna Kea died. When we return I'm sure we'll finally get that 3rd tank in. Kudos to the entire crew, especially Renee & Al. Although i never wanted to SCUBA, you helped make me love it. Can't wait to join you again. Trish Schulenberg <trish@schulenberg.com> Houston, TX USA - Friday, June 11, 1999 at 00:46:58 (EDT) Hello! I have to say that we did not get to experience the Ed Robinson's crew - as we were just certified in Maui. However our instructor that certified us was Al Cembaluk - and he was that best dive instructor!!!! I never would have considered SCUBA diving until I made it to Maui and we met Al. He knows so much about diving and is always concerned about safety - he is the major reason that I am a certified diver today!! All the dives were great - and I am looking forward to the next dive adventure. Please pass my best regards on to Al - and by the way - good luck with the wedding in November!!! Thanks again. Jamie Martin (and Tim too) Jamie Martin <jmartin@pepperconstruction.com> Barrington, IL USA - Wednesday, June 09, 1999 at 14:38:52 (EDT) Ed Robinson's has outstanding customer service! I mistakenly left my regulator and gauges on the dive boat, and then left the island without realizing I had lost them. It took Sue Robinson six months of work to figure out who they belonged to and where I lived, but she took the time, made the effort, and returned them to me, before I even knew I had lost them! Thanks Sue and Ed! I will ALWAYS dive with you guys when I'm on the islands! Mark Lucas Phoenix, AZ Mark Lucas <mark.lucas@cas.honeywell.com> Phoenix, AZ USA - Monday, June 07, 1999 at 19:26:25 (EDT) This is one of the best sites I have visited in a long time. I will be in Maui the first week in September and would like more info on diving with with you. I am a PADI DIve Master and like to do underwater photograghy. Thanks Barry Waxberg Barry Waxberg <barrose@ix.netcom.com> Rancho Santa Margarita, CA USA - Friday, June 04, 1999 at 00:39:15 (EDT) Once again enjoyed some great diving on my most recent trip to Maui. Thanks especially to Renee who was there for all 8 of my dives. Glad to see Paul and Billy again and to meet Al and Dan, although I missed Steve and Glen. I got a great picture of the Spanish Dancer Renee persuaded to do its 'shimmy' on our night dive and a couple of species that were new to me - the Masked Angel and Whitley's Trunkfish. I did miss the Mana Kai but look forward to seeing your new boat on my next trip. Hope the 3-tank 'adventure' outings will be back on a regular schedule by then Thanks again and aloha all. Ann Dawes. P.S.I'm really enjoying the screen saver and Wallpaper images that I downloaded onto my office computer....they give me daily reminders of my trips to Maui - and provoke a lot of questions from both patients and colleagues. Thanks for making them available, Ed. Ann Dawes <reedwad@telebyte.net> Hansville, WA USA - Sunday, May 30, 1999 at 21:30:51 (EDT) Wow! What a great time we had. We were recently certified before our trip to Maui. This was our second diving adventure after certification. I think we hit the pinnacle of diving experiences. Ed Robinson's is going to be a tough act to follow. This is truly a first class operation The knowledge that Al and Rene have about the marine life and habits of all the underwater critters is truly amazing. I still can't believe how Al finds all the stuff down there. He stopped and pointed to things that normally would be unnoticed. He must have some sort of underwater x-ray vision. I would highly recommend Ed Robinson Diving Adventures to anybody planning to visit Maui regardless of their diving experience level. You will be made to feel at home. If you are a novice diver, they have no problem giving you that little extra time and attention needed. The laid back style of the crew, knowledge of diving, the biology 101 lessons prior to each dive made for an extremely enjoyable two days. We feel as though we made three friends in Maui: Al, Rene and Dan. Watch out for Dan's driving. He got us all wet on the way back. Just kidding Dan. Dan made sure he found the perfect dive sites to meet the daily conditions. He even rescued two snorkelers who managed to find the current and were well on their way out to sea. He didn't even charge extra for this little side adventure. Guys, we will treasure the memories from the time we spent with you and will definitely dive with you again when we return to Maui. Mark & Cindy Erdos <markerdos@yahoo.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Thursday, May 27, 1999 at 12:19:37 (EDT) My new husband and I went diving on 5/14 with Byrd, Al and Kim as a last adventure on our honeymoon. It was a great dive and very exciting going to the south side of Molokini. We are both quite new divers and when my husband got very seasick, Byrd took him back to the shore after the first dive but I stayed on to finish the second dive. Al "took me under his wing" and made sure all went well since my dive buddy/husband was on the shore. It was great. As a result of that second dive, I was the first one on our dive team to see the Manta Ray. Thanks again for a great time. Rupasi Young Rupasi Young <PetersonR1@aetna.com> Seattle, WA USA - Wednesday, May 19, 1999 at 16:03:40 (EDT) I have got to say that your crew is the BEST anywhere in the world. I did day and night dives with Divemaster Paul. He made all my dives very enjoyable. Me being a divemaster my self gives me insight as just how good All your crew is. I like how we all had fun. Your crew seemed like long time friends the minute I got on the boat I'm sure I made some long time friends with your crew. The one thing that impressed me the most is how quick your whole crew remembered ever one's name. From this time on I will only be diving with only one diving crew from MAUI YOURS!! Chuck Bixby <quadbuggy@aol.com> Milton, WA USA - Tuesday, May 11, 1999 at 23:01:15 (EDT) Just returned from Maui after diving with your crew on April 26. We greatly appreciated your professional, knowledgable and caring staff. We required alot of assitance (i.e. major pain in the neck) from DM Paul and he took great care to make sure we were safe, happy and enjoyed our dives to the fullest. Also loved Billy and his limericks and "bad" duck jokes. We truly had a wonderful time. Enjoyed your most excellent website. Thanks again. We look forward to returning to MAUI soon for more great diving and jokes. Trish Nicholls and Mary Anne Mosey Spokane, WA Mary Anne Mosey & Trish Nichols <mamosey@ibm.net> USA - Saturday, May 01, 1999 at 16:59:49 (EDT) Just wanted to say we had a wonderful experience diving Molokini crater and Red Hill. Although, there were two newly certified divers diving with us, we were still allowed to dive with minimal supervision and enjoyed the experience. When the two new divers returned to the boat due to low air, we were allowed to continue our dive. Saw lots of fish including the rare masked angel in Molokini and green turtles at Red Hill. I have dove all over the world and would definitely recommend any level of diver going on a dive adventure with this group. The pre dive briefing regarding safety issues and potential wildlife we might see was professionally done and added to the value of the trip. Thanks to all. Cheryl Nybro <nybrocl@aol.com> Irmo, SC USA - Wednesday, April 28, 1999 at 14:16:35 (EDT) I'm a first time diver and i realy think at it is cool done in Maui. Mike May PA USA - Friday, April 23, 1999 at 09:06:46 (EDT) Myself and 2 friends had a wonderful time diving with Bird and crew. We particularly enjoyed the laid back demeanor on the part of the crew. These folks do it right. None of that hurry in and hurry out business. The dive leaders had all logged over 7,000 dives and really knew the dive sites well. After our first dive Bird(dive master)predicted the order of our return to the boat for future dives. He had us nailed to a person. As novice divers we really appreciated being in the care of these fine folks. Weather would not permit Cathedral Caverns but the back side of Molokini was awesome. I was impressed with the restraint of Kim when she had to impress upon one of the divers in the group that he must not dive his tank to "no air" again. I think I would have been jumping up and down yelling, "have you lost your mind", or something such. We saw lots of wild life including "Wildman" who was rather reserved at the time. Thanks to you all and my personal apologies. My pals and I are so new at this sport that we did not realize a gratuity would have been in order to express our appreciation. I promise to make up to you on our next vist. connie arburua <WildDogRd.@aol.com> Oakland, ca USA - Thursday, April 15, 1999 at 18:10:48 (EDT) I was one of the other 3 divers on the trip with Jeff and Genny. Even though everyone on the boat was looking forward to diving the back side of Molokini, we were releived that Dan chose to turn back to calmer water. The two dives we had that morning were very enjoyable, apposed to a case of seasickness. Dan and John were professional and A pleasure to dive with.Thanks Kenny Stone <kennydstone@yahoo.com> Florence , Ky USA - Monday, April 12, 1999 at 11:14:23 (EDT) Let me add to the comments of satisfied divers. We have always dove with another dive shop in Maui. Good people (24 good people in our last boat) but we wanted a more personal experience. On 4/5/99 we tried ERDA. With Dan (captain), John (Dive Master) and 3 other divers we had a far superior trip. I have always wanted to dive the back side of Molokini but was impressed when Dan turned back due to Southern swells. (Later at the Harbor we talked to other divers who did the back side in uncomfortable conditions and 12 foot vis). The rest of the day was perfect. John and Dan had a friendly, personal attitude while still focusing on service, good diving, and safety. Thanks again. See you next year. Jeff & Ginny DuPertuis Elk Grove, CA USA - Sunday, April 11, 1999 at 02:22:09 (EDT) Bonjour Kim, Paul, Bird and all Ed's crew, Fantastic dives, unique and friendly service, and knowledgeable instructors about sea life made those dives unforgetable. Encore mille merci, and see you soon. The Frenchy. Gilduin Barre <gilduin@teleport.com> Portland, OR USA - Friday, April 02, 1999 at 01:08:57 (EST) Hey- Just wanted to drop you folks a line letting you know how much I'm missing Maui, and all of the wonderful diving that you helped me experience last November. Now that I've been looking around your website- I'm remembering how incredible the diving is there. And with all of the customer service that your crew provides, it is a winning combination. Please say "Hi!" to Paul, Byrd and all the rest of your team. I'm looking forward to November- when hopefully I'll return to dive again. Your Friend, Marty Harrison Marty Harrison <mharrison@mbayaq.org> Monterey, CA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 1999 at 10:55:42 (EST) Ed, we dove with you on our first open water back in 1991 or 2. It is one of our favorite memories and best dive experiences. Thanks for your incredible photography. We hope to return someday for another adventure. Thanks. Jim and Dianne McHugh <mchugh@gvi.net> Overland Park, Ks USA - Monday, March 29, 1999 at 23:19:01 (EST) This would have to be the best website with pictures I have ever witnessed. I loved it soooooooooooooooo much. I'm glad I found it! Great job every body who designed it and put it all together. Natalie <dragonstar25@yahoo.com> Melbourne, Vic Australia - Monday, March 29, 1999 at 01:55:40 (EST) New installation of guestbook on mainland server today. Ed Robinson <edrob@maui.net> Kihei, Maui, HI USA - Thursday, March 04, 1999 at 16:32:57 (EST) I,m sure glad my friend "Skip" Stubbs recommended Ed Robinson's. I had two excellent dives, the reef's edge at Molokini and Red Hill. I especially appreciated Kim's ability to find and point out rare creatures such as the frogfish, masked angelfish and Hawaii's only lobster species. Thanks again. Tom Lambert <lambert5@pacbell.net> Sebastopol, CA USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 11:06:36 (HST) I was certified by Lynn. She came highly recommended and I had no regrets, it was the best experience I ever had. WEll, with the exception of last month's night dive with Byrd and Al. Happy New Year to the whole crew. Melissa <blnoisette@aol.com> Campbell, ca USA - Wednesday, January 06, 1999 at 16:08:48 (HST) |
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