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Japan’s world-class dive destination

Feb 28, 2022
2 min

Japan’s world-class dive destination

You could be forgiven if world-class sushi comes to mind before great diving when you think about Japan! Japan is a hidden treasure for scuba enthusiasts, abounding with marine life and fascinating top-side excursions. Okinawa is the namesake of an archipelago, consisting of over 160 islands stretching towards Taiwan. The Okinawa prefecture is often called the “Hawaii of Japan.” It has gorgeous white sand beaches, and if you plan your visit in the spring, you’ll catch an incr

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Winter Wonderland – Stop Dreaming and Start Diving

Nov 17, 2021
3 min

Winter Wonderland – Stop Dreaming and Start Diving

The lure of a warm fire and indoor comforts can’t beat the thrill of a dive after a long year of Covid-19 enforced hermitage. Winter is the time to pack your gear, head out, and create memories that will get you through all the meetings and business events lined up for the next few months. When planning your winter getaway dives, the biggest challenge shouldn’t be when and where to do your pre-flight PCR test. We are unfortunately almost all but used to those already. It shou

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Dive Adventure: Is It the Cape of Storms or the Fairest Cape?

Jun 1, 2021
4 min

Dive Adventure: Is It the Cape of Storms or the Fairest Cape?

South Africa is known to be a spectacular destination. It offers world-class diving punctuated by amazing top-side recreation from hiking to Big Five game safaris. It is a place that will one day definitely be worth trying to put in the extra effort to reach! The Mother City Cape Town has been alternately called the Cape of Storms and the Fairest Cape, both monikers it has come by honestly. People who have visited there say It is a port city that will take your breath away wi

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Dive Advice That Will Make You a Better Diver!

Mar 8, 2021
4 min

Dive Advice That Will Make You a Better Diver!

Here Are My Top Tips for Divers, But Be Aware: Everyone Has an Opinion When you first start diving (and even after you have been at it for a few years,) people will be compelled to give you advice. Non-divers will always tell you that it is a dangerous sport, while experienced divers will give you advice because they want to make sure that you progress steadily and continue to gain experience and enjoy the sport. A Dangerous Sport? Is diving dangerous? No. Can it be dangerous

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Ubiquitous Yet Essential Tips for Buying a Dive Mask

Dec 1, 2020
3 min

Ubiquitous Yet Essential Tips for Buying a Dive Mask

Unmasking the Keys to Mask Shopping The scuba mask is probably the most ubiquitous piece of dive gear. Almost anyone who has been in the water has at some point donned a face mask. One might think that this is the easiest piece of gear to buy, but that would be a grave misapprehension. The right dive mask can make or break your dive. There is nothing more frustrating than spending time constantly fiddling with your mask on what would otherwise have been a brilliant dive. The

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Diving Off the Beaten Path in Kazakhstan

Nov 8, 2020
3 min

Diving Off the Beaten Path in Kazakhstan

Corona Times, Time to Plan For people who like to travel, adventure, and experience the world, life in corona times is particularly frustrating. I long to pack my gear and discover new dive destinations. This is the perfect time to plan diving buckets lists and to prepare your itinerary for the moment travel opens up again. An Unexpected Dive Destination Kazakhstan is not the first destination that comes to mind when you talk about dream destinations with your dive buddies. H

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What to Look For When Investing In a Dive Computer

Oct 22, 2020
3 min

What to Look For When Investing In a Dive Computer

Break Free From Tables with a Dive Computer All divers learn to dive tables. It is imperative that every diver understands how to calculate dive profiles and to dive them safely. However, a dive computer can set you free. It will calculate all of your variables in real time so that you can get the most out of your dive, maximum bottom time, no mistakes with safety stops, and the opportunity to relax into your dive without running calculations in your mind. You Get What You Pa

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Take the Plunge: Buying the Right Buoyancy Compensator Device

Sep 23, 2020
4 min

Take the Plunge: Buying the Right Buoyancy Compensator Device

Congratulations, You’re Certified! Now It’s Time to Build Your Kit Having the right gear for your dive can enhance the quality of your experience underwater. Do you remember your first open-water dives as a newly certified diver? Most people are in rented gear that may or may not fit well. Those dives, while amazing and addictive, are also fraught with anxiety over gear, hoses getting in your way, and you trying to find your buoyancy sweet spot! Once you have a few dives unde

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Dive Through Time in the Blue Waters of Cyprus

Jun 29, 2020
2 min

Dive Through Time in the Blue Waters of Cyprus

Diving Through Civilizations in Cyprus The attraction of diving Cyprus, an island of historic significance that has been controlled at various times by the Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans, is the rich abundance of marine life. Thanks to its storied history, there are a plethora of wrecks to explore. You will find dives for every level, from basic dives for beginners to more epic, deep-water experiences sought by someone with experience. This small island lo

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Escape into History: Diving the Blue Waters of Caesarea

May 11, 2020
2 min

Escape into History: Diving the Blue Waters of Caesarea

Planning Your Post-Lockdown Dive Trip (Spoiler…to Israel) While you may be quarantined or sheltering in place, it can be the perfect time to not just fantasize about your next dive trip but to actually start planning it. While I may be a bit biased since it is my home country, I think Israel ranks with the best destinations in the world (plus it has been doing quite a good job of handling the coronavirus situation). The Red Sea along Israel’s southern border and the Mediterr

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Night Diving Tips For An Outstanding Dive Experience

Mar 23, 2020
2 min

Night Diving Tips For An Outstanding Dive Experience

Five Tips for Safe and Enjoyable Night Dives Most SCUBA enthusiasts are happy to travel to far-flung locations in order to experience new dive sites; however, one of the most captivating ways to experience the underwater world in a fresh way is under the cloak of night. Night diving instantly turns the beautiful blue of a daylight dive into a beguiling world that is, quite frankly, magical. Night Diving Takes You to Another World Night diving gives you a glimpse of marine lif

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The Danger and Allure of Diving Blue Holes

Dec 17, 2019
2 min

The Danger and Allure of Diving Blue Holes

Part 2 Dive at Your Depth Read part one – “The Beauty of Diving Dahab’s Blue Hole” Every diver has heard the phrase, “plan your dive and dive your plan.” Participating in technically challenging deep dives is not right for a novice or untrained diver. As appealing as the allure of the deep blue of blue holes might be, if you are a weekend warrior who is out of practice, you should give this kind of dive a pass. Diving is a sport that demands that you keep your skills sharp a

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The Beauty of Diving Dahab’s Blue Hole

Nov 26, 2019
2 min

The Beauty of Diving Dahab’s Blue Hole

Part 1 Diving the Blue Hole in Dahab, Sinai From your first open-water dive, the exploration of the underwater world can become addictive. Some divers are happy simply surfing drift currents and enjoying the otherworldly peace, while others of us want that and more. The Mt. Everest of Diving The Blue Hole in Dahab, Egypt offers the advanced diver an opportunity to experience both the wonder and beauty of the dive site, while at the same time challenging themselves in a way th

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Diving the Pristine Waters of the Seychelles Archipelago

Jul 15, 2019
3 min

Diving the Pristine Waters of the Seychelles Archipelago

Take a Dive on the Wild Side: Seychelles, Africa The Seychelles archipelago is situated east of Africa in the Indian Ocean. Made up of 115 islands and 41 inner granite islands as well as 74 outer coral atolls and reef islands, Seychelles is not the easiest destination to reach, but it is worth the effort. While you will find exceptional dives that are teeming with wildlife and suitable for all, Seychelles offers some unique adventures for experienced divers. Those who prefer

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Awaiting the Opportunity to Dive with Sharks in the Bahamas

Jun 16, 2019
3 min

Awaiting the Opportunity to Dive with Sharks in the Bahamas

Next Time I Go to the Bahamas, I’m Definitely Going Diving with Sharks Nothing accurately describes the otherworldly feel of gliding on a gentle current in crystal clear water, surrounded by beautiful corals and dozens of sharks. Sharks are one of the most misunderstood marine animals. We often think of them in the way that Hollywood has portrayed them, as vicious predators. While it is true that sharks are apex predators, they play an intricate and vital role in maintaining

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Islamorada is America’s Dive Paradise Located in the Florida Keys

May 6, 2019
2 min

Islamorada is America’s Dive Paradise Located in the Florida Keys

Diving at Glorious Islamorada in the Florida Keys Islamorada is a SCUBA-dive paradise located not far from Miami, Florida. It is known for being America’s hidden dive treasure—a perfect getaway for a week or a weekend. Islamorada encompasses six of the Florida Keys, known for their crystal-clear water, coral reefs, great diving, beautiful white sand beaches, and southern hospitality. From all that I’ve heard, diving in Islamorada is pure pleasure. With upwards of 80 dive site

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Drift Diving Around the Island of Cozumel in Mexico

Apr 30, 2019
3 min

Drift Diving Around the Island of Cozumel in Mexico

Diving Through the Beautiful Reefs Around the Island of Cozumel The sunny island of Cozumel is located off the eastern shore of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and offers some of the best drift diving in the world. The reefs of Cozumel are part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System and are protected by Cozumel Reefs National Marine Park. The healthy reefs in the vicinity of the island are home to 26 different species of coral and more than 500 species of fish, including the sple

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