Palau Group Dive Travel gets the spotlight as Scuba Diving Industry Magazine sits down with Iked Etpison (VP, Neco Marine) and contributor Gil Zeimer to unpack what makes Palau—and Neco Marine—standout for group bookings and repeat guests. From Palau Group Dive Travel logistics to concierge-level operations, this episode gives dive retailers and travel sellers practical talking points that convert.

🕐Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:01 Facility & Operations (free Nitrox, pool, boats, transfers)

04:08 Service Strengths & Signature Sites (Milky Way, Jellyfish Lake*)

07:20 Local Ownership, Heritage & Community Programs

12:02 Manta ID Program & Citizen Science

14:02 Gil’s In-Destination Review (ratios, fills, concierge service)

18:45 Lunch Stops, Beach Breaks & Daily Flow

21:0 ...