For some divers, surface intervals are strictly reserved for sacred relaxation time. But, if the thrills of exploring the ocean depths haven't quite satisfied that wildlife-watching itch, we reckon they're also prime time to fine-tune your binoculars and enjoy the quieter charms of good…
One of our Original Diving experts, Rachel, just came back from a research trip to the Galapagos Islands. When she wasn't plunging into unseasonably warm waters (a consequence of El Nino), she was dining on a series of succulent seafood staples and enjoying a cultural preamble in Quito. Keen…
If us divers had our way, every scuba stint would last an eternity. But, eventually, the air gauge calls time on the fun (what a spoilsport) and up we come. Our cure for the post-dive blues? Hiking boots, a cracking trail and a healthy dose of fresh air. Luckily, plenty of destinations offer…
Big, bold and brazen, bull sharks are thrilling underwater companions. These curious creatures frequent tropical coastlines around the world and have even been known to venture up rivers and tributaries (yes, really), making diving with bull sharks a bucket-list experience that's relatively…
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…