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A green sea turtle in sea grass underwater

By Emily C
On: 8th January, 2025

Our Top Ten Green Sea Turtle Facts

Green sea turtles are known for their massive size, long migrations and green hue. However, they are full of surprises, from their ability to navigate thousands of miles using the Earth's magnetic field to their extraordinary nesting habits and the crucial role their plant-based diet plays…

Huts on the water with sunset in the background in Tahiti

By Emily C
On: 20th December, 2024

Our Top Six French Polynesia Islands for Diving

  • Bora Bora
  • Rangiroa
  • Tikehau

Our Original Diving experts have curated a list of French Polynesia's best islands for diving. Whether you're drawn to volcanic peaks, tranquil lagoons or adventure-packed escapes, these destinations offer something for every diver. Read on to discover our top six islands in French Polynesia…

Orange Christmas tree worms on a coral reef

By Emily C
On: 17th December, 2024

Our Top Ten Christmas Tree Worm Facts

Christmas tree worms truly live up to their festive name, with decorative colour schemes and striking spiral shapes that resemble a Christmas tree. These colourful creatures are much more than just a reef decoration; they also play a vital role in the reef ecosystem and exhibit fascinating…

Emperor angelfish swimming alongside a coral reef wall in the ocean

By Emily C
On: 16th December, 2024

Our Top Ten Angelfish Facts

Angelfish are some of the most vibrant creatures on the reef, but there's a lot more to these angelic fish than first meets the eye. From the fascinating ways they communicate to their captivating personalities and even their preferred cuisine, read on to discover our top ten angelfish facts...

By Emily C
On: 4th December, 2024

Our Top Ten Mola Mola Facts

Mola mola, also known as ocean sunfish, captivate ocean lovers with their impressive size, peculiar shape and fascinating behaviours. From their daring diet (jellyfish anyone?) to their extraordinary adaptations, read on to discover our top ten mola mola facts…

Hammerhead shark

By Emily C
On: 8th April, 2024

Top Ten Hammerhead Shark Facts

Hammerhead sharks are one of the most recognisable ocean creatures and perhaps the most distinctive of all shark species, largely thanks to their strangely-shaped heads - known as a cephalofoil. Found in the warm waters around Central America, Southern America, Africa, Asia, and Australia,…

a coral grouper with small yellow reef fish among coral in the Seychelles

By Emily C
On: 19th March, 2024

Just Back From The Outer Alphonse Islands of the Seychelles

  • Seychelles

I recently had the wonderful opportunity to visit the remote and untouched Alphonse Island - one of the outer islands of the Seychelles. Located one hour away by plane from the main island of Mahe, Alphonse sits in prime position to offer the chance to encounter myriad marine species, from…

denise pygmy seahorse camouflaged on pink coral in Raja Ampat

By Emily C
On: 17th January, 2024

Just back from…. Lembeh Resort and Papua Paradise, North Raja Ampat

  • Lembeh Strait
  • Raja Ampat
  • Indonesia

Toward the end of 2023 one of our Original Divers, Emily, was lucky enough to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Indonesia diving adventure to Lembeh and Raja Ampat. The latter has long occupied the top spot of her diving bucket list, with its pellucid turquoise waters, hidden lagoons and…

Underwater photographers

By Emily C
On: 19th September, 2023

Underwater Photography Tips for Beginners

Most divers will have a photo that ignited their journey into the underwater realm. From thumb-worn issues of National Geographic to the 'Underwater Photographer of the Year' competition, underwater photos provide a lens into the delicate beauty beneath the waves, and act as a reminder of…

Seahorse

By Emily C
On: 9th August, 2023

A Visit to the Islands of Tanzania: Pemba, Zanzibar and Mafia Island

  • Spice Islands & the Tanzanian Coast
  • Tanzania
  • Mafia Island
  • Pemba Island
  • Zanzibar

Mention travelling in Tanzania and chances are you'll be quizzed on which safari reserve you're visiting. Yet this East African marvel harbours just as much diversity off its shores. Contrary to those who like to spend their holidays on dry land, my recent visit to Tanzania took me on an…