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:…
If healthy relationships are built on shared experiences (spoiler alert: they are), two types of trips are especially good for creating those moments: bonding holidays, where just two members of the same family travel together, and diving holidays.
Nothing can quite prepare you for your first time scuba diving, but we'll try our best. From ensuring you're fighting fit and scrubbing up on your front crawl to practicing your breathing and having a good night's sleep, there's plenty to consider before you dip your toe (fin) into the…
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…
With its tapestry of pearly white beaches surrounded by sun-dappled waters, Maldives diving holidays are all about island hopping. From the serene Northern Atolls to the pristine Southern Atolls, many of the best islands in the Maldives are just a speedboat or seaplane away from the capital.…
It's no secret that yoga brings many benefits - but what if it could help you when scuba diving? Flexibility, strength and balance are not just useful in daily life; they're all crucial components of hoisting on a wetsuit and dive gear (trust us). Just like physical control, breathing drives…
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.
The existence of aliens may be an ongoing debate, but observing the eerie life beneath the water's surface definitely raises some mask-covered eyebrows. Here are some of our favourite creepy creatures to get you pondering on the relatives of extraterrestrial life…
Everyone enjoys sitting around a camp fire roasting marshmallows right? Well how about floating around an underwater 'fire' after the sun sets, surrounded by marine creatures of the night? Bonfire diving is a chance to glide with the aliens that swim among us - it's like diving in an…
It's no secret that the Original Diving team loves the ocean. Collectively, we've got over 2,000 dives under our weight belts and have travelled far and wide to relieve our itchy fins. Along the way, we've collected memories and stories which we love to reminisce about. Join us as we take a…