Yes, I had the best hang gliding experience possible in Interlaken, Switzerland. It's actually the main reason I even went to Switzerland and Interlaken specifically. This location has the best hang gliding views over the Alps and alpine lakes.
I watched a Discovery show when I was a kid about hang gliding. I was instantly hooked on the idea that this unique sport could give me the experience of having wings and flying.
I took a risk going during shoulder season when the weather is still mostly cold and less predictable than the summer months. With a little flexibility and luck, I managed to catch the first thermal of the year with the most experienced pilot around.
Diving in Cozumel Mexico was at the top of my list. The Great Mayan Reef (Mesoamerican Barrier Reef) occupies its surrounding waters and is the largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere. It’s the second largest barrier reef in the world! The visibility is so good, divers come from all over the world to experience its spectacular biodiversity.
I was beyond bummed when my underwater camera stopped working the morning of my dive. I was not able to capture my experience diving the most popular dive site of all—Santa Rosa Wall. This drift dive is known for its beautiful colors, swim throughs, visibility, and marine life from big to small.
The dive ended up being my best dive experience ever—and a lesson in experiencing the moment. With over 60 dives logged at this point, to say this was my best dive ever is saying something! I even saw a spotted eagle ray which was the cherry on top! I am grateful that I at least have some low-quality video from my dive buddy to give a hint at how spectacular it was!
