I think I’ve been forgotten. I’m sitting at the back of the boat, wetsuit-clad legs dangling into the Pacific, and attempting to look back with a heavy oxygen tank on my back to see if I’m going to get a…
Bangka is a small island located off the northern tip of Sulawesi, Indonesia. It is known for beautiful and unspoiled beaches but is also a relatively untouched northern Sulawesi dive holiday paradise. The rolling green hills and forests of the island give…
What is enriched air diving? Put simply, enriched air is any air mix with extra Oxygen added. Diving with a higher percentage of Oxygen exposes you to less Nitrogen. Thus enriched air diving allows a longer bottom time or more…
Are you planning a Honduras scuba diving holiday in Utila? If you are looking for more information read this review of Utila Dive Center (UDC) to find out why I would recommend diving with them. I had never imagined going…
Drawn to the ocean? Fascinated by the marine world? Passionate to work conserving one of earths most amazing environments? Or love scuba but want more from your diving? Then the Indo Ocean Project marine conservation and divemaster course could be…
John Lennon once said that there were two types of people in the world: those who take showers and those who take baths. It’s pretty obvious that between writing songs and having a nice lie in with Yoko, John never…
Found in the Atlantic Ocean, the southern latitude and stable conditions make scuba diving holidays in the Canary Islands a great short haul option. Nutrient rich waters mean there is plenty to see beneath the waves with everything from wreck…
In this article I share my tips for buying a snorkel for scuba diving and snorkeling. There are five things you really need to consider, we will get onto them shortly. But first… Do I need a snorkel for scuba…
Cambodian adventure holidays are famous for being culturally enriching experiences with plenty of exciting things to do. To help you get your adrenaline fix we’ve pulled together seven of the best activities In Cambodia. Cambodian adventure holidays Based in South East…
Ko Phayam is a relaxed, idyllic island that offers fun and adventure. The unspoilt beauty of the island extends underwater, so a Koh Phayam diving holiday to explore its reefs is well recommended. I decided to learn to dive there, check out…
India is not often thought of as a diving destination; the busy city of Chennai (also known as Madras), even less so. But there is some good diving to be had in the waters near the city, and around nearby Pondicherry.…
With tropical waters, stunning marine life and varied underwater topography, the best Caribbean scuba diving destinations have it all. They rank right up there with the world’s most spectacular diving destinations, and with convenient travel options, it’s possible to take in…
A PADI open water course is the best way to gain your passport into the underwater world of scuba diving. You’ll find PADI courses in most countries, but like most goods and services, prices vary from place to place. So,…
Scuba diving is an incredible experience but it is not without its dangers. Which is why pre dive safety checks of all your dive gear are an integral part of scuba diving. Diving body PADI has outlined the essential pre…
The Philippines is fast becoming the destination of choice for scuba divers from all over the world. The country is the centre of marine biodiversity; nowhere else on earth will you find so many unspoiled coral reefs and species of…
If you’ve grown up, as this writer’s other half did, diving off the West Coast of Scotland, you’ll be familiar with the ‘woolly bear’ outfit. It’s what many divers in this glorious – but often temperamental – part of the…
