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October 27, 2025 by HAL
The liveaboard Royal Evolution ran aground at Abu Dabbab. This happened on October 24 while starting a new diving trip. All passengers were safely evacuated without injuries. The boat only suffered minor damage to its keel, which is the bottom part. Divers and a tugboat are working to free the vessel.
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October 6, 2025 by HAL
Aggressor Adventures® has won a record 100 Readers Choice Awards. This is the most ever for a liveaboard company. The awards are based on votes from divers for their favorite experiences. Notable Aggressor yachts won in categories like Best Overall Liveaboard. The company aims to provide great service and memorable diving adventures for everyone.
September 17, 2025 by HAL
Guanaja’s “Liveaboard Rock” is a unique dive experience. It offers personalized service for up to 22 guests. The facility features oceanfront rooms, gourmet meals, and a PADI Dive Center. Special diving packages include free Nitrox upgrades and premium drink options. Upcoming travel dates have a variety of options for groups.
August 16, 2025 by HAL
Greg The Divemaster shares his recent dive adventure in the Maldives. He experienced beautiful coral reefs and diverse marine life. Liveaboard diving means staying on a boat while exploring. It allows for more dives in remote areas. The Maldives is known for its clear waters and vibrant ecosystems.
August 9, 2025 by HAL
Greg The Divemaster shares a Maldives diving experience. A liveaboard lets divers stay on a boat. This offers easy access to dive spots. The Maldives has beautiful coral reefs and sea life. It’s a great place for scuba diving adventures.
July 28, 2025 by HAL
Galapagos Aqua offers a special 15-day diving trip in October 2025. This journey includes up to 29 dives in the Galápagos Islands. Divers can see hammerheads, whale sharks, and playful dolphins. There are also land excursions to explore wildlife and volcanic landscapes. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended for this adventure.
July 22, 2025 by HAL
The Ghazala Adventure is a new liveaboard boat in the Red Sea. It offers comfortable cabins and a spacious dive deck for divers. Guests can enjoy delicious meals and relax between dives. The boat has a maximum of 8 divers per guide for safety. Flexible diving itineraries allow exploration of iconic sites.
Liveaboard dive boat staff in the Maldives start their day early. They check dive gear and prepare breakfast for guests. Safety is crucial, so equipment must be ready before dives start. The crew assists divers and ensures they have a great experience. After a busy day, staff clean and prepare for the next group of […]
July 16, 2025 by HAL
Undercurrent is a nonprofit newsletter for serious divers. It provides information on dive travel and safety without ads. To celebrate 50 years, they offer a free booklet on liveaboard disasters. Subscribers gain access to decades of dive reports and reviews. The newsletter is a trusted resource for divers seeking reliable information.
June 27, 2025 by HAL
The Egyptian Red Sea offers magical diving experiences with clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. Liveaboard trips, like those on the Blue Horizon, provide access to world-famous dive sites like the Brothers Islands and Daedalus Reef. Divers can encounter unique marine life, such as hammerhead and thresher sharks, while exploring stunning underwater landscapes. Safety is […]
June 25, 2025 by HAL
Survivors of the DiveRACE Class E fire shared their experiences after the incident. A fire started below deck due to a faulty generator, and many passengers lacked proper safety training. The absence of alarms and inadequate firefighting equipment caused chaos as the fire quickly spread. A passenger’s alertness helped many escape, but the crew was […]
June 19, 2025 by HAL
On April 12, 2025, the Thai liveaboard DiveRACE Class E caught fire. All passengers and crew members survived, but the incident raised serious concerns about safety procedures. Many survivors noted the lack of a proper safety drill or working alarms on the boat. Passengers had to use their cell phones to signal for help, as […]
June 18, 2025 by HAL
Explorer Ventures is offering a summer sale on dive trips. You can save up to $1100 on liveaboard trips from June to October 2025. Destinations include the Galápagos, Turks & Caicos, and the Caribbean. You can book now to secure your spot for these discounted adventures. More savings are also available for various international dive […]
May 22, 2025 by HAL
Aggressor Adventures is offering a new promotion called the “Back-to-Back Special.” This deal allows divers to save up to $1,600 when booking two consecutive liveaboard trips or adventure combinations at selected destinations. The promotion includes various pairings, such as diving in the Red Sea and cruising the Nile or exploring the Philippines and Komodo. To […]
May 16, 2025 by HAL
A liveaboard dive trip to Palau transformed the author’s holiday traditions. Instead of spending Christmas at home, they chose to dive in rich marine environments, surrounded by various sea creatures and stunning coral reefs. From exciting night dives to observing unique underwater spawning events, each experience contributed to a special connection with the ocean. This […]
May 2, 2025 by HAL
Aggressor Adventures has added three new liveaboards for scuba diving in popular locations. The new vessels include Red Sea Aggressor V, Komodo Aggressor, and Bahamas Aggressor II, each starting their first trips in May 2025. The Red Sea Aggressor V will explore the southern reefs of Egypt, while the Komodo Aggressor will dive in the […]
April 30, 2025 by HAL
Liveaboard safety is crucial for divers, especially after recent accidents that resulted in fatalities. Divers can improve safety by asking detailed questions about the vessel’s safety features when booking, such as the presence of life-saving equipment and crew training. Upon arrival, it’s essential to check the boat against the information provided and participate in the […]
April 29, 2025 by HAL
Atlantis Dive Resorts has welcomed a new liveaboard vessel called the Atlantis Infiniti. This 39-meter metal-hull ship offers spacious accommodations, a dive deck, and a camera room for underwater photography. To celebrate its launch, Atlantis is providing discounts of 20% or 30% on selected trips until the end of the year. The Infiniti will feature […]
April 28, 2025 by HAL
Aggressor Adventures has announced three new luxury liveaboards for scuba diving in 2025. The Red Sea Aggressor V will explore the southern reefs of Egypt, accommodating 26 divers with top-notch amenities. The Komodo Aggressor, a beautiful Phinisi yacht, will take 16 guests diving in the biodiverse waters of Komodo National Park. Lastly, the Bahamas Aggressor […]
April 26, 2025 by HAL
Experience a week of elite diving aboard VIP ONE, a luxury liveaboard in the Northern Red Sea. The best months to dive are June, July, and August, when water temperatures reach 29 degrees. You can charter the yacht for €10,000, accommodating up to 10 guests for an amazing diving experience. Dive in Ras Mohammed National […]
April 21, 2025 by HAL
Passengers and crew on the liveaboard M/V Firebird were evacuated after the vessel hit a reef near Sharm El Sheikh on April 20, 2025. The boat was carrying seven divers and seven crew members during the incident. All individuals were safely evacuated in about 16 minutes and transferred to shore. This collision raises concerns about […]
April 16, 2025 by HAL
The parents of Jenny Cawson and Tarig Sinada, victims of the Sea Story liveaboard tragedy, have written a heartfelt letter urging the diving community to advocate for improved safety measures in diving tourism. They shared their harrowing experience during the rescue efforts and expressed their despair over possible negligence in boat safety regulations. The letter […]
April 14, 2025 by HAL
On April 12, 2025, a liveaboard boat in Thailand, the MV DiveRACE Class E, caught fire while moored near Khao Lak. Sixteen divers and ten crew members had to abandon ship because the crew could not stop the blaze, which originated in the engine room. They were rescued by another boat and reported no serious […]
April 10, 2025 by HAL
After a tragic capsizing of the liveaboard Sea Story, survivors were rushed through an interrogation-like process by Egyptian authorities. They faced pressure to give statements shortly after their rescue, without time to recover from the ordeal. Many felt coerced into signing documents they did not fully understand. Survivors expressed concerns about the integrity of their […]
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