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November 12, 2024 by HAL
Retlia has launched a new tool at the DEMA Show 2024 aimed at helping dive businesses streamline their operations. This platform provides insights into sales, inventory, and customer needs in a user-friendly format. It allows dive shops to track products, manage bookings, and analyze trends effortlessly. Retlia also features an AI tool that enables users […]
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Cornwall’s waters are rich in biodiversity due to three ocean currents mixing in the area. The blending creates a perfect environment for diverse marine life. This includes species like common dolphins, grey seals, and several jellyfish, all thriving in the warm waters during summer. Popular diving sites offer a chance to see underwater landscapes, including […]
Curaçao, along with LionsDive Beach Resort and Ocean Encounters, has once again received top honors in the 2025 Scuba Diving Readers’ Choice Awards. This recognition highlights Curaçao as a premier diving and vacation destination in the Caribbean. The island is known for its beautiful reefs, exciting wreck dives, and facilities suitable for both beginner and […]
Healthy Seas Foundation and its partners concluded a clean-up project at Menidi in the Gulf of Amvrakikos, Greece. This initiative called “Operation Ghost Farms” focused on abandoned fish farms that harm marine life and local communities. The Menidi clean-up was particularly significant as it targeted a recently abandoned farm, preventing further damage. This was the […]
Scuba Travel Ventures (STV) is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 1994, STV has helped dive retailers across the country create successful travel programs. They focus on providing exciting dive travel opportunities for divers of all skill levels. STV’s dedicated team assists dive shops in maximizing profits and details for trips, […]
Knowing when to abort a dive is crucial for safety. Even experienced divers can face unexpected challenges, like strong currents. For instance, a diver off the coast of Florida found herself struggling against a rip current that consumed her energy and air supply. She had to decide whether to continue or call off the dive. […]
Cave diving in the Dominican Republic, especially at Chicho Cave, offers exciting adventures for divers. Located beneath Parque Nacional del Este, Chicho Cave features crystal-clear freshwater cenotes waiting to be explored. While many divers are familiar with the cenotes in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, the Dominican Republic’s underwater river systems remain largely untapped. Uwe Rath, a […]
November 11, 2024 by HAL
Magic Island Dive Resort is celebrating its 20th anniversary on January 1, 2025. Owners Arie Hoogendoorn and Desiree Pullens are inviting divers to join in the celebration throughout the year. To honor this milestone, the resort will offer a 20% discount to customers who pre-book packages during the anniversary year. This promotion applies at both […]
Some jellyfish have a fascinating ability to reverse their aging process. Researchers from the University of Bergen discovered that a species called Mnemiopsis leidyi can revert from its adult stage back to a larval form when it experiences severe stress. Although another jellyfish known as Turritopsis dohrnii was already famous for similar abilities, this new […]
Today, we honor veterans who have served on the seas and defended freedom. Like the crews of Sea Shepherd, they show dedication and resilience. Both veterans and our crews share a commitment to protecting marine life and ensuring ocean security. By working with global navies and governments, we fight illegal fishing to safeguard our oceans […]
The Divers Alert Network (DAN) has launched its Every Diver campaign to promote the benefits of DAN membership to the diving community. The campaign shares testimonials from various members, showing how DAN’s expertise in medical and safety matters has helped them. The initiative emphasizes that divers of all types, including students and professionals, can gain […]
A group of divers cage diving near Guadalupe Island had a shocking encounter with a 14-foot great white shark. The shark bit through the air-line supplying oxygen to the divers, then accidentally swam into the cage and became trapped. The divers struggled to maintain their position as the cage tilted wildly. After a tense situation, […]
Parrotfish are colorful tropical fish found in coral reefs. They play an important role in the ocean ecosystem by eating algae from the reef. This helps to keep the coral healthy and encourages growth. Parrotfish can also create sand by grinding up corals, which contributes to beach formations. Observing these fish while scuba diving can […]
The Dive Pirates Foundation is hosting a fun Pirate Treasure Hunt at the DEMA Show in Las Vegas. Participants can join to win dive trips and prizes by either becoming new members or supporting the foundation. The hunt involves finding a pirate hat with a QR code, verifying proof of activity, and registering for prize […]
LionsDive Beach Resort in Curaçao offers an ideal vacation spot for divers. It is partnered with Ocean Encounters, which provides dive excursions to stunning reefs and shipwrecks just minutes away. The resort features various accommodations, a private beach, multiple restaurants, and pools. Ocean Encounters also emphasizes marine conservation through coral restoration efforts. It’s a perfect […]
The Scubaverse Christmas Gift Guide for 2024 kickstarts with exciting gift ideas for scuba divers. Featured products include Bigblue Dive Lights, known for their powerful underwater illumination, and AP Diving Gift Vouchers, which provide personalized options for diving gear. SlipIns’ DiveSkins are perfect for sun protection and comfort during water sports. Lastly, the advanced Aqualung […]
DiveAssure is launching two new programs at the DEMA Show to help dive professionals boost their careers. The Dive Leader Partnership program allows instructors to earn commissions by referring clients to dive insurance plans. Additionally, the StartDive coverage offers free accident insurance for new divers during their training, promoting safety and trust. Dive professionals can […]
Join the Divers Alert Network (DAN) at the DEMA Show for their Member Social on November 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This event will feature conversation, refreshments, and fun for dive professionals. Attendees can also meet DAN staff at booth 3036 to learn about various benefits for dive businesses, including membership perks and […]
November 10, 2024 by HAL
No mount cave diving is an extreme form of scuba diving that involves navigating tight underwater passages without wearing mounted tanks. The tanks must be passed through these narrow spaces separately. This type of diving can be quite challenging and might even require divers to remove their helmets to fit through certain areas. It’s not […]
Aggressor Adventures has announced the launch of the Red Sea Aggressor V, a new liveaboard vessel starting operations from Port Berenice, Egypt, on March 29, 2025. This 131-foot yacht will offer two diving itineraries: Elba Reef and the Rocky & Zabargad Islands region. Divers can expect to see vibrant coral gardens and encounter pelagic species […]
RATIO Dive Computers has opened a branch in the United States to meet the needs of local divers and dealers. Their dive computers come in nine models, including watch-style and rectangular designs with advanced display features. They have collaborated with Dive Tronix for logistics, ensuring quick deliveries and support services. With this new branch, Ratio […]
Atlantis Philippines is offering special deals at the DEMA Show for diving trips to their resorts and liveaboards. They provide great value for dive shop owners, allowing smaller groups to enjoy guaranteed pricing through 2027. Families can benefit from the “Family Weeks Special,” where children under 18 stay, eat, and dive for free with a […]
The Dive Pirates Foundation is excited to join the DEMA Show 2024 in Las Vegas from November 19-22. This non-profit focuses on helping individuals with disabilities enjoy scuba diving, promoting inclusivity in the diving community. They will showcase stories of success, partner with leaders in the industry, and engage in fun activities at booth #5183. […]
Using a rebreather for underwater photography can enhance your diving experience. Rebreathers recycle your breathing gas, allowing for longer bottom times at deeper depths. This added time enables divers to get closer to marine life without causing disturbances from bubbles. The lack of bubbles also helps with photography, as it allows for a steadier approach […]
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