Your dive computer is flashing - you've officially maxed out your bottom time for the day, and it's time to hang up your fins. If this is the point where the post-dive blues start to creep in, we reckon a splash of culture is just the cure. That's why we've rounded up some destinations that…
If there's one date ocean lovers should have circled on their calendars, it's the 9th June: Coral Triangle Day. This annual event shines a spotlight on the Coral Triangle - an important marine region spanning Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and…
Window or aisle, tea or coffee, pelagic or macro… everyone has an opinion. Some divers prefer to chase adrenaline-fuelled encounters with the ocean's big hitters: sharks, manta rays, whales and other giants of the deep blue. For others, the magic lies in the details, from tiny cuttlefish and…
Marine Protected Areas are a beacon of hope in the wild west of the high seas. This year, World Ocean Day on the 8th June celebrates exactly that, with the theme 'Strong Marine Protected Areas for Our Blue Planet'. Safeguarding marine ecosystems from ever-looming human threats (think:…
You've heard of eat, sleep, repeat, but what about dive, eat, sleep, repeat? For those aquatic aficionados looking to maximise their time underwater, there's nothing better than liveaboard diving - also referred to as dive safaris or dive charters. But how does it differ from regular scuba…
Taking teens on holiday can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Thankfully, this (quite literally) isn't a problem underwater. From the hands-on thrill of achieving their certification to the otherworldliness of close encounters with marine marvels, dive holidays are sure to tease even the…
There are few things better than a day spent diving. But after many blissful descents, there comes a moment when it's time to hang up your fins - temporarily at least - and let your body get to work off-gassing. Luckily, this surface interval is the perfect opportunity to explore a little…
We all know that the ocean's had its fair share of setbacks, from warming seas to overfishing, and it's easy to get swept up in the bad news when you scroll through the headlines. But who says we can't celebrate the wins too? The underwater world is home to more than 90% of the Earth's…
What if you could anticipate the occurrence of a natural phenomenon? And no, we're not talking about clairvoyancy. Fish spawning (a mesmerising marine reproductive event) takes place in alignment with the lunar cycle, meaning they can be anticipated, and planned for, months in advance. This…
We know the ocean is a fascinating place, but the deep sea is another dimension all together. Beyond depths of 200 metres, sunlight fades and the true deep sea begins. It is here that some seriously strange deep sea creatures survive. Given they roam hundreds of metres below the surface, you…