60 Minutes

[TomFishermen]

Last week, 60 Minutes (CBS) had a segment on Cuba’s Jardines de la Reina (Gardens of the Queen).
It featured their unspoiled coral reefs and Anderson Cooper diving to explore and photograph the
life that exists down there.
You can see the video on the following: The Gardens of the Queen - 60 Minutes - CBS News
Anderson Cooper talked about Avalon and had a conversation with one of the managers
There was a shot of the Tortuga floating lodge, and an angler in an Avalon skiff
catching, measuring and releasing a bonefish.
Andre even had Anderson Cooper feeding a Jotia out of his hand!
The focus of the program was the pristine and healthy condition of the reefs compared to reefs in
other locales.
Next time you visit Cuba, bring a snorkel!

[crisco]

and an open checkbook- i heard that Avalon is CRAZY $$!

although it's supposed to be nice. If i recall, Avalon is run by some Italians, and pay for the exclusivity of the area. Jack Cousteau said it was like top 10 most amazing places too....

[mrock]

Jardines de la Reina, I believe, is also featured in the latest Confluence Film - Connect. Looks like a dream!