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Diving in Aqaba & The iconic wrecks of Jordan
Surely, you know that diving in Aqaba is something really special, but do you actually know that there are 25 wrecks just off the Jordanian coast? In this article, our guest author Sarah shows us the most iconic wrecks and shares her fascination with diving at these incredible underwater landmarks around her second home, Aqaba. Photo by Noam Kortler Wreck diving in Aqaba is not only about sunken ships When looking for the next destination for a dive holiday, Jordan usually is not the first location that comes to mind. Well, it’s time to rethink that! Jordan, and in particular Aqaba, has some unique dive sites to offer, especially…
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Scuba diving in Southern California: Enchanted kelp forests, giant black sea bass and nudibranchs galore
Let’s go on an underwater journey and discover the dreamy scuba diving in Southern California. Close your eyes, and imagine diving into an enchanted kelp forest. Friendly, bright orange Garibaldi greet you while you descend into the crisp water. As you swim, you spot a Giant Black Sea Bass resting among the kelp. You move away into a rocky reef, where a Moray Eel is sticking its head out of a hole, and an octopus camouflages among the rocks. Does this sound like a dream? It can be your reality – just come diving in Southern California! The waters of Southern California may be chilly, but the scuba diving is…
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6 Koh Tao dive sites you can’t miss & the best time to go
We know you can’t wait to see our top picks for dive sites in Koh Tao. And we promise, you won’t be disappointed! But let us also tell you a bit about the island itself. If you’ve done a bit of research into scuba diving in Thailand, it wouldn’t have taken you long to come across the island of Koh Tao. Known for it’s easily accessible dive sites suitable for beginners and advanced divers alike, people flock to this tropical paradise to break away from the mainland and experience the ocean environment. Situated in the Gulf of Thailand, a few hours ferry ride north of Koh Samui, the island is…
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Swim with dolphins in Mozambique – The craziest wildlife encounters
What is it like to swim with dolphins in Mozambique?” This is what we asked our guest author, Cassie, who has spent 90 days in the water, swimming with wild dolphins in Ponta Do Ouro, Mozambique. Swimming with wild dolphins (& more) in Mozambique I don’t know about you, but ever since I was little, it was always a dream of mine to one day swim with dolphins (or be a mermaid). I’ve been pretty obsessed with them for as long as I can remember. Reading nothing but cetacean and ocean books as I was growing up. As I got older, I got a degree in Natural history photography…
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Scuba diving in Tulamben – The wreck and muck diving hotspot of Bali
One of the top things to do in Bali is definitely to go scuba diving in Tulamben. Surely, you know the most famous dive site – the Tulamben wreck, USAT Liberty. But did you also know that because of the volcanic sand Tulamben is also a hotspot for muck diving? You can encounter the weirdest little critters there, so get your macro lens ready! In this article, our guest author Vlad’ka takes us from the black-sand beach straight to the most interesting dive sites in Tulamben. Photo by Mike Sinner Visiting Bali? Don’t miss the phenomenal diving in Tulamben! Hi, I am Vlaďka, a scuba diving instructor and ocean enthusiast.…
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A guide to scuba diving the Riviera Maya from Tulum, Mexico
You are on a quest to find out whether scuba diving the Riviera Maya is any good and what you need to know before going on holiday there. In short, you’ll love it!! Allow us to elaborate. Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula is home to some of the most unique diving in the world. But what is so unique about it? It is on the Riviera Maya where you will find the world’s largest underwater cave system as well as the second largest barrier reef. Stunning cave and cavern diving as well as ocean diving in a marine protected are, all in one trip. Can dive holidays get any getter? Oh yeah,…
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Maldives diving: North or South? A liveaboard to the north atolls
You are going diving in the heavenly Maldives and with so many possibilities, from the far north to the deep south, it can be overwhelming to take a pick. On top of that, you can choose to dive from a resort, a local island or a liveaboard… Allow us to help you plan a mind-blowing dive vacation! In this article, our guest author Megan is taking us along on a liveaboard to the north atolls. She has been diving the north, south and central Maldives as a dive guide and knows the best dive sites inside-out. Photo by Lluís Masuet To hell with 2020! Take me back to the…
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Diving in Huvadhoo atoll & The mesmerising dive sites of Gaafu Dhaalu
With 26 coral atolls to pick from, the Maldives are an extremely diverse diving destination. If you are looking for unexplored spots, you are best off heading far north or deep south. One of the most splendid and untouched atolls is Huvadhoo atoll. In this post we are going to explore the best dive sites in Gaafu Dhaalu (the southern part of Huvadhoo). The vivid stories of our guest author, Cate, will simply make you fall in love with the diving in Gaafu Dhaalu, so read on! Falling in love with the Maldives Hi! I’m Caterina Fattori, marine biologist and dive instructor. At the moment I am on stand-by…
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Scuba diving in Roatan, Honduras – The best of The Bay Islands
Scuba diving in Roatan, Honduras should be on everyone’s diving bucket list. With its warm tropical sea, an abundance of marine life ranging from macro to cetaceans and a warm climate annually, Roatan epitomizes a flawless scuba diving trip. The variation of locations situated in the Caribbean Sea gives you a lot of options. In this blog post I am going to tell you why I was drawn to the largest of the Bay Islands, located on the Mesoamerican reef system. I will also share with you a bunch of useful insights about the scuba diving in Roatan, Honduras. You will also find everything you need to know to help…
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The most stunning dive sites in Cozumel you wouldn’t want to miss
The dive sites in Cozumel are undoubtedly some of the most dazzling in the world. Dramatic seascapes, breathtaking swim throughs, lush walls, speedy drifts and a wrecks. The reefs of Cozumel are a stunning part of the Mesoamerican reef system and the best dive sites can be found on the south-west part of the island, which is a marine protected area. The underwater realm of Cozumel is characterized by sandy terraces at the edge of which there are coral block steps. Because of this shelf-like topography around the island, the reefs have grown at different depths, like distinct chains parallel to the shore. This, combined with the constant currents that…