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eating more expensive meals and generally adding more money to the local economy than tourists seeking the cheapest or economic vacations. For Guatemala to become a world class diving destination, several things need to come together. First, Bahia de Amatique needs dive operator(s) equipped with gear, training and boats required offering tourist class dive operations. It is our understanding that at least one facility such as this is already in the planning stages. Easy transportation to this area will also greatly enhance tourism and it is our understanding that a new international airport is being built. It would be ideal to time the opening of the diving location to the opening of the airport. Secondly, a clear water diving destination within an hour or so boat time needs to be created since Guatemala lacks the natural coral reefs of Mexico and Belize. Reef Balls in sufficient quantity can be used to create natural coral reefs in Guatemalan waters within 2-5 years from deployment. (And the sites will be a good diving location within a year). And finally, the local community should develop additional infrastructue and money making services which cater to divers such as lunch/snack locations on the water close to.....