The travel gurus at Lonely Planet have focused their expertise on our underwater world by rolling out a series of in-depth profiles of some of the globe’s most noteworthy diving locales. Below, we offer a taste to whet your appetite.

Diving & Snorkeling: Great Barrier Reef, by Len Zell

Diving & Snorkeling: Bonaire, by Tim Rock

Diving & Snorkeling: Hawaii, by Casey Mahaney

Diving & Snorkeling: Florida Keys, by Bill Harrigan

Diving & Snorkeling: Cozumel, by George S. Lewbel & Larry R. Martin