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…
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:…
Our Original Diving team is a well-travelled bunch, and this year they've been on a mission to discover the ocean's underwater marvels. They've dived with playful dolphins in French Polynesia, navigated the calm waters of the Cayman Islands and come face-to-face with thresher sharks in the…
Our Original Diving expert, Rachel, recently spent two weeks on a research trip in French Polynesia. When she wasn't hiking through lush mountains in Moorea and cycling along the islands of Rangiroa, she was diving with dolphins in the Tiputa Pass and spotting hundreds of hammerheads in…
There's no experience quite like gliding through the open water alongside whales. While diving with these colossal creatures is generally not allowed - the bubbles produced can be interpreted as a sign of aggression or danger - snorkelling with whales is, and can be just as exhilarating.…
Our Co-Founder Tom Barber was at the premiere of Sir David's latest (and last) documentary, Ocean, and had this to say. 'As so often with Attenborough's wildlife and conservation films, Ocean can make for uncomfortable - and even at times distressing - viewing, but there is always an…
Tiger sharks are nicknamed the 'Dustbin of the Sea', they have a reputation for being ferocious predators and are known for their indiscriminate diet. In fact, these remarkable creatures will eat just about anything.
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…
The world is big and the glorious challenge us travellers have is how to explore as much of it as possible with the limited holiday days you have each year. That's why we have created our list of the world's best island-hopping itineraries for the time poor, adventure-seeking dive addicts.
From the opulent desert-island retreats of the South Pacific to the chic beachfront cottages of the Caribbean, some of the world's most opulent dive resorts are a giant stride from the world's most celebrated reefs and dive sites. If a comprehensive pre-dive briefing is as important as the…