I had the unfortunate experience with going out on my first dive to Hol-Chan...with a very strong current and lousy equipment. Let's just say it's a good thing I am not scared of the water and remained calm...lol...anyway, I will totally try it again, but my mother may be disillusioned for life. I heard from someone on the island that Esmerelda (sp?) Reef is a good spot...any comments on that for a first-timer?

The best way to observe a fish is to become a fish
Jaques Cousteau