Scuba diving masks come in many different sizes and shapes. It is important to get one that fits you correctly. You will probably have to try on quite a few masks before you find the one that fits you properly.

First select the style (listed above) that you are most comfortable with and gives you the best field of vision. Next check the skirt around the mask. High quality scuba diving masks will have a silicon skirt around the edge which will give you a more comfortable fit. There are even different grades of silicon. The more expensive models will probably have a higher grade silicon - the skirt will feel softer and more flexible than those on the lower grade scuba diving masks.

Types and Styles of Scuba Diving Masks

• Single pane lens - In this style there is a single lens on the front of the dive mask and lenses on either side of the face. Not that you can really see out the side lenses, but you can pick up movement. I have this style of mask and really like it.

In my opinion, it was overfished and there was not alot to see. It has also been damaged by hurricanes and humans. Of course some sites will be better than others, but overall we were underwhelmed by the diving in Antigua.

Cozumel is particularly known for its drift diving. There's nothing like the feeling of flying along a wall while you're not moving a muscle. Now we're talking fun!

Not to mention the margaritas. Only after diving, of course.

(If you haven't been to Cozumel since Hurricane Wilma hit in October 2005, there is no need to worry. The diving is still fantastic. Click here to read our trip report from our latestCozumel scuba diving vacation.)Scuba diving - Cozumel Mexico - it can't get much better.

OK, so what exactly does getting certified mean? And what do you have to do to become certified? (Note: Getting certified is different than taking a scuba diving resort course)

If you follow some basic scuba diving safety rules, it should help make sure all your dives are safe ones. While diving is considered a safe sport, it is not without its' risks. After all, we dive for fun and we don't want that to stop. So try and follow these so you will have a long and enjoyable diving career.