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Johan and Malin complete their PADI Open Water scuba certification in Bonaire while monitoring the approach of tropical storm Brett.0:20 The pair conducts their final training dives at the Salt Pier and Bachelors Beach, practicing controlled emergency swimming ascents and buoyancy control under the instruction of Beyond the Corals Dive School.1:04 To prepare for the storm, they relocate their boat from an exposed mooring to a marina slip, as local regulations prohibit anchoring around the island and existing moorings offer minimal scope.12:31 The storm passes with gusts reaching 40 knots, causing no significant damage.18:35 During their stay, they also explore the island's limestone cave systems, including a dry cave with permanent ladder access and a wet cave containing a freshwater lens floating over saltwater.4:51 The crew successfully earns their certification, receiving temporary credentials before returning to their mooring.18:00

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