by gregktravel

July 3, 2007

From journal Fishing in Cabo

This review may sounds negative, but it’s more of a travelers warning rather a negative review. Now, before I start - I will say that went deep sea fishing in the Dominican Republic and we caught a 200lb marlin which was one of the most exciting experiences of my life. Deep sea fishing is expensive, and it can be costly if you get 15 miles off shore and find out you’re not sea worthy – sea sickness will knock you on your butt and make you cry for your mom. It is inevitable that someone (or everyone) in the group will get sick, so make sure that’s truly how you want to spend a day of vacation. Now, if you want to take a chance at reeling in the big one make sure you prepare yourself (and your group). Keep these suggestion in mind - take some Dramamine the night before, and don’t stay out all night at El Squid Row drinking Coco-Loco’s…taking Dramamine with a severe hang-over in the morning will immediately make you sick (trust me).

Also, make sure you embark early in the morning when the wind is low and the water is at its coolest and calmest. You want to get about 30 miles out where the water is cold and blue and the fish are biting. If the boat has a cabin – stay away! The cabin will increase your chances of getting sick, so stay outside and breath the fresh air – lying flat on your back looking up to the sky is a great position if you start to feel ill. I don’t want to scare you; I just want you to know that sea sickness can ruin your day. Good luck and have fun!

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