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You can add me to the list who like BlueXTSea, as well as LiquidBlueDivers.  I like LBD a little better due to steel 120's being the typical tank they use!  Christi and the boys at BXTS would probably spoil you too much - but fresh-baked goodies really aren't too tough to handle!  Roberto and Michaela at LBD will tailor your diving based on your experience level (usually they'll have you do a regular day so they can evaluate skills, but most ops do the same anyway), but you may be limited by other people's skill levels.  if you've got a big enough group, it might be worth it to charter the whole boat, then you REALLY get input on where you go.  I also had good luck with Living Underwater a number of years ago, but haven't used them lately.  And have also heard good things about bluebubble.  One of the DM's with LB is an avid spear-fisherman, so you might be able to hook up for non-traditional diving...  I threatened the last time I was there to make him take me out some afternoon for some hunting, but we didn't get it worked in...

since you've got the car, definitely make a leisurely day out of a trip to "the other side"...  hang out at Coconuts to enjoy the view, and have a cheeseburger in paradise at Mescalito's for sure - there are a few other spots to pop into as well, but those are the highlights in my book.  disclaimer if you're bringing the kids - those places have been known to have the occasional patrons "showing off their assets" - if you know what I mean (and there are photo albums with some notable examples too)

another warning for renting a vehicle - observe the speed limits and seatbelt rules (and make sure you've got a "spare" $20 in your wallet in case you don't actually do anything wrong).  I've never run into any of the "unscrupulous officers", but I've heard enough stories to believe they exist!

I know Prima's is closing, but not sure when - if they're still open, GO THERE!  the combo pasta fra diavolo is great, and the cajun shrimp & scallops is fabulous.  El Morro for shrimp on a wire or Casa Dennis for Red Snapper Charlie Style are also worthy of a tasting.  If you feel the need for a picnic - there's a roasted chicken shack at about 6th and 30th that is hard to beat - whole chicken, tortillas, cabbage and spaghetti noodles for about $6.