Docked on a liveaboard about 60 miles south of Jucaro, Cuba, one diver ditches 5G for a distraction-free week among the mangrove islands that comprise the Jardines de la Reina.
Nicknamed the “Garden Isle,” Kauai is famous for the lush tropical rainforest that covers much of its surface and has served as an exotic backdrop for many Hollywood films.
Lost tourism revenue is hurting marine protected areas around the world. Ocean experts say this is a reason to increase government investment in nature reserves.