I called Dive Belize, Gaz Cooper's US office, a little while ago. They are as stymied as the rest of us. The woman I spoke to said she cannot get through directly to Gaz but has received some very brief emails from him stating that he thinks all is well and to keep reservations in tact. She has also been monitoring these newsgroups and is skeptical that things really are okay. She said she has sent frantic emails to Gaz to please get in touch and she is waiting for his response. Unfortunately, I booked directly with Gaz (In all my trips to AC, this is the first time (!) I have purchased a package deal -- although I have dove with Gaz before.) So I don't think the US office can do anything for me and I continue to wait for word from Gaz. From what I have read, things don't sound good -- as I have said before, my vacation is small potatoes compared to what the folks on the island are going through. And I am willing to hep in any way I can (sent $$) but I certainly don't want to bring my own food and if I can't get a beer, it would really be dire. I'll keep you posted if I hear anything.

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