We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Sunlit coral gardens, reef-fringed lagoons, and tropical waters clear enough to count the scales on a parrotfish are what the best snorkeling ...

Hawaii’s eight main islands are surrounded by 410,000 acres of live coral reefs, sometimes called the rainforest of the sea, the Coral Reef Outreach Network says. Because of the area’s isolated ...

Key Largo’s John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, the first undersea park in the United States, remains one of the only places in Florida where you can snorkel or scuba dive among truly healthy coral.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Judy Koutsky covers adventure, luxury, wellness and family travel. TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS - APRIL 23: White sand beach on the ...

State officials are heralding a decision to close a popular snorkeling spot in Kailua-Kona on Hawaii island for three half-days as an effective way to protect spawning corals. Access to parking to the ...

Raja Ampat in Indonesia is a remote archipelago offering exceptional snorkeling, from calm beginner reefs to advanced drift sites. The dry season between October and April brings calm seas, excellent ...