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Bula from Fiji!!!! We are in Fiji at Dolphin Bay Diver’s Retreat! We are learning to scuba dive and just finished all of our small depth dives today! We are doing great! We went skydiving in Nadi on our 1st day there from 10,000 feet!!! We fell for 30 seconds at 120 mph top speed before [...]

Secret Bay is the more poetic name given by Bali's diving community to Gilimanuk Bay, adjacent to where the ferries to and from Java dock. It is about 20mins by road from Labuan Lalang/ Menjangan and located in West Bali National Park. The bay is about 2km wide, very shallow (3-12M), contains two small islands, and has some areas of mangrove. Being the only bay off the narrow Bali Strait, where

Skuba diving points at Similan (north to south)Underwater rocks out of Koh Tachai, located to the west from Koh Tachai, they look like a stone peak drowned in the sea and surrounded by schools of fish such as Barracudas and "Hu Chang" fish. Moreover, it's said that plenty of rays and whale sharks are found in the area as well.Koh Bon is a tiny island located to the north of Similan Island. The div

Pat and I went to the Waikoloa Hilton up north last night for a wedding reception for someone she works with. Very nice reception, very nice resort. I'd never spent any time up at the resort prior to this other than for a walkthrough or a brief visit with friends. We spent the afternoon by the pool before going to the reception. The pool is quite nice. Pat took this pic with her cell phone th

What a crazy-incredible experience.There is TOTALLY nothing like jumping out of an airplane... at 13,500 ft. It is off the charts.I've always wanted to sky dive (on my list of things to do in life), and finally had the opportunity to jump. Dan Carmen (one of my awesome students) and I decided to do it in honor of his 18th birthday. After a couple of days of bad weather causing us to reschedule we

Author: ScubaworldFull of natural wonders, and offering an almost unparalleled levels of marine biodiversity, North Sulawesi has become one of the worlds premier destinations for ecotourism and adventure travel in recent years. Today, large numbers of scuba divers travel to this distant part of Indonesia, to sample some of the finest dive sites to be found anywhere throughout South East Asia.The d

By: Chris ChewThe tropical Indonesian island of Bali is still attracts millions of tourists every year. Tourists on vacations to Bali are attracted by the mystique, charms and allure of the predominantly traditional Hindu culture, spectacular tropical jungles, mountains and beautiful beaches. Many tourists especially from nearby Australia and Singapore travel to Bali for scuba Diving. The islands

The lovely and hilarity inspiring Holly has tagged me. I believe she was cackling maniacally while she did so, as this is no cutesy little meme all light and fluffy with no serious impact on a person's life.This one? Nearly put my marriage at risk.The idea is to ask your spouse three things that they know about you. That's it. I mean, it's kind of bordering on cruel to both parties, isn't it?

Thailand has one of the world's most diverse marine habitats, with more than 300 major reef groups covering an area of over 4,500 square miles. From pinnacles and submerged rocks, through to stunning coral gardens and sheer walls, the scuba diving in Thailand has something to offer scuba divers of all levels of experience. It is this diversity in marine habitats and diving environments which

Located on the western coast of the Thailand Peninsula, with its shores on the warm waters of the Andaman Sea lies the beautiful island of Phuket. The largest island off the coast of Thailand, the island of Phuket covers an area of just over 300 square miles, and is connected to mainland Thailand via a bridge at the north of the island.For the past 25 years, the island of Phuket has catered for a

by ChrisChewDespite a series of terrorist bomb attacks in 2002 and 2005 killing hundreds of tourists and locals hitting the tourism industry hard for short periods, the tropical Indonesian island of Bali is still attracting many vacationing tourists.Tourists are attracted by the island 's rustic charms, mystical culture and tradition, spectacular tropical sceneries and beautiful white sandy beach

by ChrisChewWhat can be a more adventurous and fulfilling scuba diving vacation experience than liveaboard luxury yacht cruising and scuba diving in the tropical islands of Bali?Contrary to what many scuba divers think, liveaboard scuba diving may not be as expensive as you think. In fact if planned properly, live on board diving vacations may even save you money and inconveniences. Firstly, you w

Scuba diving points at Similan Island (north to south) 1.Underwater rocks out of Koh Tachai, located to the west from Koh Tachai, they look like a stone peak drowned in the sea and surrounded by schools of fish such as Barracudas and "Hu Chang" fish. Moreover, it's said that plenty of rays and whale sharks are found in the area as well. 2. Koh Bon is a tiny island located to the north of Similan

Are you interested in underwater photography? Many photographers who click underwater images face problem regarding the camera. They feel that catching the camera underwater is quite tricky and clicking a picture is an overwhelming process for apprentice photographers. As the image clicking process is risky, you cannot avoid your interest in clicking underwater [...]

Fiji Scuba Diving - About Scuba Diving in FijiFiji Scuba Diving InformationFiji is famous for its beautiful terrain, tranquil sunsets, clear waters, and it's rainbow medley of soft coral. This tropical paradise has rightfully earned the nickname: 'Soft Coral Capital of the World'. No wonder snorkeling and scuba diving are popular throughout Fiji.While diving Fiji, you'll discover over four hundred

Florida Scuba Diving Locationsby Paul De VizardFlorida is one of the greatest spots in the United States for scuba diving. The waters are full of marine life and interesting diving items such as ship wrecks.Scuba diving spots are many and include fresh water dives for caves and caverns. Many sea vessels have been purposefully sunk in areas to create artificial reefs.Pennekamp Park and the Florida

Scuba diving is the best way to enjoy and experience the delight of the sea. Scuba diving equipments makes this possible and convenient for you. Scuba diving is to submerge yourselves in the ocean depths. If you are the one who love to face adventures, scuba diving is the best you can go for. Once [...]

I was on a field trip with Dr. Lee Nyanti of UNIMAS and his team on 7th – 11th June 2008. He was going to do some dives off the coast of Similajau to do coral reef surveys plus marine fauna surveys and sampling. Not quite my area of expertise but being in the outdoors never ceased to thrill the adventurous side of me.To get to the diving spots, we had to first get to Similajau coast. We hired

Scuba Diving Vacations - Where to Vacation and Scuba Dive"Top Places to Scuba Dive while on VacationScuba diving vacation spots aren't hard to find. So, you've thought about taking a dive vacation, and you're having a hard time picking a scuba diving vacation spot. It isn't easy, with all the wonderful places to scuba dive and vacation at the same time. To make your decision a little easier, consi

work in progressThanks to Valentine at Coral Reef Alliance, I was able to go to Hol Chan on the 'Miss Ness' with Belize Diving Adventures and students from Isla Bonita School as part of the Kids in Action program.Cheers to Enes, Everette and Darrel for making the trip a safe, fun and educational experience for all of us.Getting fitted for finsEnes explaining how to put on maskMaking sure it fitsH

Dumpster diving usually is something that I reserve for those time between paychecks when the pantry is full and cash is all but nonexistent. Recently I found myself diving for another reason and that reason is I’m tired! We are getting close to the opening of the restaurant and with that comes longer and longer days [...]

12/1/08We dropped in on Manta reef hoping for a good day. But it was more than good, it was special. We saw the first Manta after about 5 mins, I just caught a glimpse of the wing tip as it cruised along the top if the reef. As we made our way along the reef another manta came past us, another monster at just under 4m, but white underneath with “go fatser” stripes on top. They disappeared, the

No doubt about it, the Raja Ampat is definitely the richest place for fish, that I have ever been. Dr G.R.Allen"I was like a five-year-old, seeing a reef for the very first time. I was awestruck, held by the incredible power of this richest reef. We must, with all available resources, preserve the beauty of Raja Ampat. This may be the last frontier." Michael Aw"I love the people, I love the diving

"Brilliant soft corals may be Fiji's signature dive attraction, but there's much more to the underwater story here. With more than 320 islands to choose from, divers never run out of options. The largest island of Viti Levu offers easy access to the widest range of sites (including the world-famous Beqa Lagoon and the shark encounters off Pacific Harbour) and has the most extensive diving infrastr

Howw yeahhh! i finally received my Open Water, and ADVANCED Open water diving licence by PADI okey :D. to make it short, it took me 1 week to complete the course, and i saw some great "zaman hang tuah wrecks" at 30 meters depth below sea level (3 atmospheric pressure oke! 3 Bars!). It was nice, saw a blowfish, deadly seasnake (which i thought was a rope!), moray eel, nemo (clown fish), lion fish,

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Like Phang-nga, Krabi offers a great opportunity for diving due to its numerous natural marine resources including over a hundred offshore islands. Dive shops around Rai Le and Ao Nang provide dive trips as well as rent diving and snorkeling gear such as mask/snorkel/fin at the rate of 150 baht/ set/ day (with a deposit of 500 baht).The advantage of diving from Ao Nang is the nearby sites in the P

Robin Hood Ducking and Diving Season 2, Episode 5 Episode Description Originally Aired: May 28, 2008 Robin realizes he has a traitor in his gang when a plan to capture the Sheriff’s spy is foiled.

To travelers who really wants an adventure and a whole new different experience it is really amazing to try diving and snorkeling on the beautiful beaches of the Philippines. It is an escape to a different environment with all its colorful world, texture, shape and variety of sea creatures. It is an exploration of a [...]

Are you still loving this season of ROBIN HOOD? I know I am. This Saturday, May 31, at 9pm we are getting a whole new episode, “Ducking and Diving,” on BBC America. Robin suspects that he has a spy in his camp, which he does. Unfortunately for me, I really liked Allan last season and I [...]

Pumuckl, after all that water yesterday I though now it doesn't matter anymore if we get wet all over. What do think? What do you mean, Mommy? You know I hate to take a bath. Well Pumuckl, it's not really a bath... I though we will go diving and watch out for our dinner!Diving, wow... That's great, Mommy! ...But I thought nobody was allowed to touch the little fishies. Bravo Pumuckl, you are ab

One of the first things you learn when first take up scuba diving is how to equalize your ears. Being able to equalize the pressure in this sensitive area of your body is highly important. But what exactly does equalizing the pressure mean, why should you do it and how do you do it?What Does Equalizing Pressure Mean and Why Should You Equalize?As you descend in water, the pressure of water against

For those who like to go scuba diving, you probably realize by now that there are certain risks of the water that you will be able to avoid, however, you will find that most of it is common sense. There are a lot of dangers from the animals that lurk in the seas [...]

Why not see a totally different side to Paradise Reef during your stay and take the plunge on a night dive? Watch the nocturnal residents come out to play and be amazed by the differences on the Reef. Hundreds of featherstars appear from every crevice hungry for food, while torchlight reveals the gleam of many pairs of eyes – banded shrimps and hermit crabs ready to make their nighttime patrols

Beginner Scuba Diver in Acapulco A devout snorkeler of many years I didn’t see much reason to try scuba diving. All that equipment and training seemed like a lot of hassle, and for what? Getting a couple of feet closer to some fish? Two things changed my mind: my cousin got certified and couldn’t stop talking [...]

Stingray City, Grand Cayman, the Cayman IslandsStingrays naturally find their food skimming the bottom of shallow waters, and Grand Cayman North Sound, where Stingray City is located, is the perfect spot to get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures. "Fishermen once cleaned their catch [in the Sound], and now stingrays at these sites are habituated to feeding by divers and snorkele

Many people would like to seek a scuba diving certification because they enjoy being in the water and would like to make some real money doing the things that they love to do. If you are really into scuba diving, you will want to go ahead and take your chance. There are many [...]

Diving around Phi Phi is world-famous, and a nice opportunity to get away from the beach once in a while. All major dive sites around Phi Phi can comfortably reached by day trip booked in one of the dive shops around Phi Phi Don Village. Another option would be to travel by boat from Phuket to the Phi Phi islands and stop along the way for diving. Unluckily this time the weather did not look as if

Julian Schnabel, 2007The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is the striking adaptation of Jean-Dominique Bauby's memoir 'Le Scaphandre et le papillon', the 43 year old fashion magazine editor, who at the very height of his game falls victim to a stroke and suffers from 'locked-in' syndrome. Rendering him paralysed and unable to speak yet still able to hear and see. Through extensive and furious effort alone he's able to communicate with the aid of his one good eye, blinking a special alphabet code to friends and family, eventually communicating his entire memoir.For the whole first reel we, like him, are paralysed in place, experiencing the horrifying realisation of a rare condition, learning slowly and painfully that we cannot move and even though we believe to be responding to the doct

If you are looking for fun and some adventure on your next vacation, then go for scuba diving vacation. There are many places that you can go to in order to get the fun that you are looking for. When you are sure that you are ready to take a great adventure, you [...]

Keeping yourself safe is very important no matter what type of adventure you are on. You need to make sure that you are doing all that you can to make the most of your trip. Think about the things that you know about scuba diving and apply them to the fun that you [...]

Family name: Pomacentridae Order name: Perciformes Common name: Clownfish / clown anemonefish Scientific name: Amphiprion percula Clownfish are native to wide ranges of the warm waters of the Indian and Pacific oceans, including Andaman Sea. The clownfish feeds on undigested matter which otherwise potentially could harm the sea anemone, and the faecal matter from the clownfish provides nutrient

If you are ready for the experience of a lifetime, you need to try scuba diving. You will never forget this amazing time. You will want to be in the water all the time after you see the beauty and the thrill of what scuba diving has to offer to anyone that [...]

Me diving in Fiji. Note the bald head. I had it (accidentally) shaved in Nadi. Like bungee jumping, tattoos and photography, SCUBA diving is something I never did prior to the start of my trip. I did my first dive and got my certification in Lahania in Maui. Since then I have dove in the [...]

Me diving in Fiji. Note the bald head. I had it (accidentally) shaved in Nadi. Like bungee jumping, tattoos and photography, SCUBA diving is something I never did prior to the start of my trip. I did my first dive and got my certification in Lahania in Maui. Since then I have dove in the [...]

Fiji forums: Where is the best diving? - TripAdvisor"Fiji has terrific diving. For the best sites (I'm a diver and have lived here for almost 10 years) your best bets are: Beqa Lagoon, Kadavu Island, Taveuni and Savusavu.For a limited budget, I'd definitely recommend Kadavu. Check out Matava Resort.They are wonderful, have dorm rooms (plus private bures) and have a whole slew of activities as well.The owners (English and Americans) are right on site, and the dive masters and guides are great. Food is exceptional - organic and fresh.I highly recommend it.I love it and am sure you will as well.ENJOY!"Fiji forums: Where is the best diving? - TripAdvisor

Mondex, a 5-year-old Chihuahua, poses as hewalks the aisle dressed as a scuba diver duringa dog show at a mall in suburban Manila onSunday April 27, 2008. Photo: AP/Aaron FavilaI have explained previously in Why Dogs Bite their owners and this falls into that category. Why do owners humiliate their pets so? Chihuahuas are perhaps the dumbest dogs on...

Costa Rica Scuba Diving Paradise Holidaysby Peter de VizardCosta Rica is a country that is popular for its lush rainforest, its beautiful beaches, and its colorful and lively wildlife. It is also one of the world's popular scuba diving locations. It has the Caribbean Sea on its east boarder and on the west, the Pacific Ocean. It has some excellent areas for scuba diving.Great Scuba Diving at Costa Rica's Beaches Costa Rica's beaches are the type that they are possible to scuba dive from. The Three most popular are:Playas del CocoPlaya Hermosa, andPlaya OcotalMany scuba divers claim to see giant Manta Rays, sharks, and many different tropical fish. These three beaches are great places to start your scuba diving trip is costa rica.Scuba Diving Tours in Costa RicaA great way to enjoy your Cos

The Diving Bell & The Butterfly DVD Review @ Ascully.com Quote “A man, Jean-Dominique Bauby, is stricken with Locked-In Syndrome. It’s a condition caused by a massive stroke that results in your entire body being paralyzed. It’s a real thing. Look it up. In this case it happens to  the editor of French Elle [...]

Scuba Diving In the Bahamasby Peter de VizardThe Bahamas are a group of tropical islands in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida. There are many islands and they are very popular tourist destinations. Every year, many thousands of people from all over the worlds travel to go scuba diving in some of the best and most beautiful reefs in the world.Tropical Experience of a LifetimeThe Bahamas is a beautiful place to visit. Not only is it known for its friendly local people, great weather and interesting sites. It has fantastic scuba diving locations, which are spread, around the many islands. Scuba diving in the Bahamas is very enjoyable, due to its warm tropical water and long hours of sunshine. There are twenty-five dive areas that have some of the most fantastic and most beautiful scuba di

The California Association or Realtors on Friday came out with another press release showing how dismal the market has gotten. Sales have fallen 24.5 percent from a year ago but the more shocking development is the price of a median home in the state is now off by 29 percent. This is shocking [...]Related Posts:■Foreclosures? Housing Bubble? In Southern California? Impossible!■Sales Drop Their Pants in Southern California. In More News, Median Prices Still Strong Like Arnold Schwarzenegger.■The End of the Tribe of Housing: Breaking Down the National Housing Neurosis.■Real Homes of Genius: Today we Salute you Huntington Park. Sold 3 Times in 4 Years.■Foreclosures jump statewide by 40% in California in just one quarter! Welcome to California’s Gold!

Yes, that is me and yes, that is a gigantic fish I’m touching. I’m staying in Cairns a bit longer than I had originally thought for a few reasons: 1) It is warm and sunny here. 2) There are lots of girls in bikinis walking around the beach. 3) I have an opportunity to take my [...]

When you are diving, there are a few things that you will want to keep in mind. You will want o make sure that you show respect and that you do nothing to draw attention to yourself or runs your chances of returning. You do not want to hurt the area that you [...]

This article describes some of the better dive sites in South East Asia. As a scuba diver, you will probably know that scuba diving in South East Asia has always been very popular because of its vast species of marine life and rich diversity of colorful corals. As a matter of fact, there are many world class dive sites in this region and with its excellent underwater visibility, South East Asia is indeed a scuba diver's haven. So, here are some of the top dive sites in South East Asia many of which I have dived in several times. We shall start with Indonesia and of course, the island of Bali cannot be left out. Perhaps the most dived site in Bali is the Liberty wreck. The wreck was a US army logistic ship sunk by Japanese submarine torpedoes during the last world war. Liberty wreck lies in

You will find that there are a lot of things that make this sport very complex. You must understand what it is going to take for you to become a good scuba diver. Almost anyone can become a diver. You will want to get into scuba diving and when you do finally get [...]

Fiji Diving - Thorn Tree Forum - Lonely PlanetDived at Matava, Kandavu, Fiji in 2002 after reading in the LP about a dive site which always had mantas. Was already in Fiji backpacking but before booking the internal flight to Kandavu phoned Matava to confirm the manta story and was told there were some happy divers who had been diving with mantas that day. Booked flight and stayed for one week.Great place and always always thinking of going back. There is a site that was generally used once per week where I was told they see mantas on 8 to 9 out of every 10 dives. Dived at site Xmas Eve and saw mantas on both dives. The 2nd dive was a re-run of the 1st dive - all 4 divers in the group wanted this rather than an alternate 'non-manta site'. (even though there was the chance of destroying the

Red Sea scuba diving with Olympus E-3 : The Olympus E3 is the new flagship based on the Four Thirds standard E-System. The Olympus E3 is an extremely advanced camera that can be used for every assignment and fully complies with the strict requirements of DSLR photography. I was given the opportunity to try out this camera underwater. Underwater the circumstances are different than on land and it demands a lot from the camera. The biggest problem is bleaching by the sun. A wide-angle shot of the coral and the sea usually doesn't turn out nice at the spot where the blue water and the lighter area of the surface meet. But the Olympus E-3 is perfectly capable of dealing with large differences between light and dark areas. > Read our Olympus E-3 underwater review.Karin Brussaardmore : letsgodig

Ever since MTV introduced Jackass, people have tried to imitate those guys by trying all kinds of self-inflicting pain activities, ones stupider than the others. This is one of the stupider ones. Why would you do that to yourself? I don't know.Watch videoEver since MTV introduced Jackass, people have tried to imitate those guys by trying all kinds of self-inflicting pain activities, ones stupider than the others. This is one of the stupider ones. Why would you do that to yourself? I don't know.via

Tulamben is Bali's most famous diving location. Located on the North East coast of Bali, Tulamben receives very plankton-rich waters from the major oceanic currents in the area. These plankton-rich waters have created one of the most diverse regions on the planet. That is why, every year, a multitude of international photographers and videographers visit the area to dive their favorite dive sites

People of all ages sing the praises of South Beach Diver South Beach offers hotels, restaurants and tourists hot spots anddiving centers South Beach also extends diver training and equipment sales. Whether you are an experienced diver or brand new to the hobby, you will find everything you need at your fingertips. You’ll will learn the ropes [...]

No doubt about it, the Raja Ampat is definitely the richest place for fish, that I have ever been. Dr G.R.Allen I was like a five-year-old, seeing a reef for the very first time. I was awestruck, held by the incredible power of this richest reef. We must, with all available resources, preserve the beauty of Raja Ampat. This may be the last frontier. Michael Aw I love the people, I love the diving

“Le Scaphandre et le Papillon” From the very first frame, you know that you are not about to witness a conventional heroic tale nor shall you be embarking on a simple inspirational journey. You feel claustrophobic and unable to move. Slowly but surely everything comes into focus and you realise where you are. You are in a hospital room and [...]

I could feel the cool water touching my skin as I swam effortlessly, weaving through colorful corals and fish, and avoiding fellow divers who blocked my path. Darn those newbies, why did they ever sign on to this dive, my dive. They’re keeping me back, I told myself. The diving instructors were working double time just to keep track of them. They’re just too slow for me, I thought. We should have been miles away by now if not for these turtles, exploring the other side of the Tubbataha Reef and discovering wonders I have only now laid eyes on. Hmm, I’ll have to join the advanced divers’... continue reading this, and much more, at keyboard monologues...

Tonight we went to see The Diving Bell and the Butterfly at the Clyde. It was a very good movie, disturbingly realistic to the experience of a paralyzed stroke victim. If you haven't heard, the movie is about an Elle magazine editor who suffers a stroke at age 42, and is completely paralyzed except for one eyelid. He then goes on to write a book about his new life. The movie is the realization of the book, and does a fine job portraying his vision and outlook. I particularly enjoyed the scenes with Jean-Do's father, played by Max Von Sydow; Max does a fantastic job in an emotional part. The only part of the movie I didn't really enjoy was the cinematography. It was too 'arty' for me, particularly the scenes dealing with Jean-Do's memories of his former life. I understand the con

If there is a saying that would speak the loudest for Cambodia diving it would be More Fish & Less Divers. If you look at a map of South East Asia, Cambodia is surrounded by great scuba diving. You have Vietnam known for its Nudibranch and soft corals, and Thailand known for diving in two different bodies of water, the Adman Sea, famous for its leopard sharks and lion fish, and the Gulf of Thailand with its warm water where whale sharks can be seen, as well as a large assortment of reef fish like wrasses, parrots and angel fish. In Cambodia you have 2 PADI Dive Centers and a few smaller dive shops with instructors from SSI, CMAS, and NAUI. Go to Koh Toa in Thailand and you have on just one small island 35 dive shops. Koh Chiang has over 20 dive shops and is less than 100 miles away as

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It's a long drive from the Nusa Dua/Sanur/Kuta area to Menjangan, which adds up to a lot of time on the road for just a couple of dives. But there is an excellent alternative: stay at the Pondok Sari Beach Bungalows in Pemuteran, which has a professionally-run dive operation, Reef Seen Aquatics, which offers very good diving. Pemuteran is located just a few Milometers east of Meniangan on the

Australia is similar to its Pacific neighbors in many ways. But when it comes to the best diving resorts, Australia has it all with the greatest reefs and the clearest waters. Diving in Australia, whether scuba diving, skin diving, or shark diving will help you open your eyes to the different marine environments we have today. Double Island One of Australia’s more famous diving resorts is the Double Island in Queensland. This exclusive place is small compared to other commercial sites yet it gives divers in Australia the space and the seclusion to enjoy their scuba diving expeditions. Lying between the two islands is a shallow shelf of reefs and atolls where one can view the fishes and the corals in emerald-green waters. Double Island is a resort that gives tourist a paradise within a pa

When it comes to vacationing, nothing equals the ability to customize a trip to your very personal ideas of fun and relaxation. For scuba enthusiasts, visiting a scuba diving resort can be the epitome of a vacation, where they can relax, enjoy themselves, and participate in as many scuba related activities as they want. A scuba diving resort offers a chance for divers to focus exclusively on what they love to do and there’s no greater vacation than that. Scuba diving is popular worldwide; the experiences differ depending on the region you visit. Choosing a scuba diving resort begins with your regional preference. If it’s winter where you live and you’re craving the warmth of the sun, then head to any of the multitude of places that are conducive to scuba year round; the Florida Keys,

There are people who are closer to the mountains and then there are people who feel closer to the ocean or the sea. For those who love the mountains there is rock climbing and for those who love the oceans, there is scuba diving. Most of the beach towns in the world have scuba diving on their menu and offer some of the most exotic views of the ocean world. If you are traveling to Australia, you will get to see the almost stunning eco system under the ocean, which is more famous as the Great Barrier Reef. It supports thousands of marine life and scuba diving is the only way to reach there. Scuba diving allows you to see a completely different world separate from the one you live in. Just because there is an ocean doesn’t mean that scuba diving is easy. You need to gather as much informati

There are a number of important facts about scuba diving that you need to know. The first one is that you need to have a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus. These high pressure tanks that are strapped to the back of the diver, provide air to the diver that is regulated through a breathing device. This lets the diver go very deep in the water without worrying about coming up for oxygen. Next of the facts about scuba diving is that you need specific diving apparel to protect your body and allow you to swim easily. Such apparel includes wetsuits, gloves, hoods, computer watch, etc. The next fact about scuba diving is that nearly anyone can be certified for scuba diving. More than one million people get certified for scuba diving each year. As long as you can put on a heavy tank fil

Many people consider Florida a divers dream come true. This is because Florida is composed of over 1,700 islands and the Keys that stretch over 150 miles there are many different places to go diving. The waters are calm, clear, and full with beautiful and unique sea life and colorful coral. You can visit some of the over 5,000 ship wrecks in these waters, or the only barrier reef in the continent. In addition to sea diving, Florida also offers some of the finest spring diving sites you will encounter. One of the places that should be on the top of your list to dive is John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is the nation's first underwater preserve. Located near Key Largo, the visibility here is almost perfect, making it a favorite dive destination for be

Someone once said that scuba diving is like going back to Mother Nature’s womb albeit temporarily because every scuba diver would like to rise above deep waters no matter how cool the scene down there may be. Scuba diving is a complicated sport that requires training and endurance. Scuba diving is not for the faint of heart, or for those who would shrink at the though of being submerged in water for a long time. This is not to say that scuba diving chooses its players because almost everyone can be a scuba diver, provided they do not have the age and health limitations. Children as young as fifteen years old and in good health can train on scuba diving to prepare themselves for certification. However, all those interested to undergo training should fill up a health questionnaire and unde

In a day and age where vacations are frequently built around sporting hobbies of every kind, it stands to reason that there would be the opportunity to design a scuba diving trip. For scuba enthusiasts, the chance to dive in exotic locations can not be missed. It’s no wonder that the scuba diving trip is one of the most popular themed vacations of recent years. Building the perfect scuba diving trip begins with your level of experience. If you are a beginner it is essential that you first receive comprehensive scuba instruction so that you can become certified for diving. While you can complete this training before you leave home, you also have the opportunity to participate in instruction during your vacation. However, keep in mind that instruction and certification can be a lengthy pro

Looking to partake in the warm, clear waters of a Caribbean scuba diving vacation? The warm tropical salt waters, year round warm weather and beautiful white sandy shores of the Caribbean a perfect vacation destination any time of the year for scuba diving. There are over 30 possible destinations for you to choose from and every one of them has wonderful year round scuba diving available. The main difference between all the choices is if you want to experience the vacation with lots of other tourists or do you prefer to skip out on the tourist attractions and go for more of the local resident feel. One of the lesser known Caribbean scuba diving vacation destination is a beautiful island called Antigua. With gorgeous hot, white sandy beaches plus plenty of historical attractions, make this

Since the early 20th century, SCUBA diving has gone from an incredibly risky undertaking well out of reach for all but the fabulously wealthy to a relatively safe sport with a rapidly growing participant community. SCUBA stands for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus, so named for the tanks and other gear which divers carry on their backs allowing them to breathe underwater. Although this gear termed “life-support equipment” and a commitment of real training is necessary in order to become safe and proficient enough with it to dive even in a small lake or quarry, technological advancements and improvements in science and engineering have enabled longer times underwater, deeper dives, and reduced danger in this exhilarating activity enjoyed by athletes and nature lovers. Havin

Some of the most enjoyable diving you may ever do is wreck scuba diving. Because travel by ship was the main way of going from continent to continent prior to development of air travel, and because the technology used on ships and in weather forecasting was not advanced at all, many ships sank in waters around the world providing dives that are interesting and fun. There are so many wrecks that only the Florida wreck diving will be covered in this article. In fact, there are so many Florida wreck scuba diving spots available, you'll have plenty of difficulty choosing which ones to dive. Hurricanes, coral reefs, shoals and pirates all help sink the ships that are often quite near the shores. During the Spanish colonial period, the Florida Straits were the most frequently used passage for sh

Costa Rica is an eco-tourism paradise with rain forests, exotic wildlife, volcanoes and much more. This little Central American country is also an interesting place to scuba dive. Most of the diving in Costa Rica is done on the west coast Pacific Ocean side with an area up in the Guanacaste region located in the northwestern part of the country and another south of the capital city of San Jose near the middle of its west coast. If flying into San Jose, one would have to do some internal traveling to get to either of these two locations. The Guanacaste area is a bit easier to get to especially if one could arrange a flight right to the town of Liberia in northern Costa Rica. There are some seasonal charter flights from North America directly to Liberia. The town of Playas del Coco which is

These are some of the popular websites and agencies in the United States that offer academic online training, lessons and certifications for scuba diving. SDI's on-line scuba diving learning program: () Dayo Scuba, based in Orlando, offers the SDI (Scuba Diving International)’s online training program concentrating on the academic part of scuba diving lessons, for $84.95. This program is aided by graphic illustrations and animation of key concepts by using motion pictures, animated pictures, and diagrams. The course can be taken according to one’s own pace and schedule, and any lessons can be repeated. There are also periodic quizzes related to important concepts before progressing to new material and lessons. The academic is followed b the in-water training dives which costs $234.05.

Nitrogen narcosis is a dangerous condition that can affect scuba divers, especially when diving deeper than 30 meters. The exact mechanisms behind nitrogen narcosis are still to be explored, but it has to do with nitrogen gas affecting the nerve transmissions in the body during high pressure. Nitrogen is not the only gas capable of affecting the nerve transmissions when the body experience high pressure; the same state of intoxication can for instance be caused by hydrogen and argon. Since the air inhaled by scuba divers contains a large amount of nitrogen (just like the air that we breathe above the surface every day), nitrogen narcosis was the first type of gas narcosis experienced by scuba divers, hence the name. Today, the condition is also referred to as Inert Gas Narcosis. The effect

The Orkney Islands, location of Scapa Flow a natural harbour since the days of the Norse invaders, more recently a base for the Royal Navy, The final resting place for the remains of the German High Seas Fleet and the destination for this years Selby Aquanauts diving expedition. The story starts at the beginning of the twentieth century when Germany envious of the colonies of her European neighbours and the wealth they are bringing decided to build a navy to match that of the British Royal Navy, at the time the most powerful in the world and protector of the biggest empire the world has known. With the Royal Navy as her target Germany started the first arms race of the 20th century. The Royal Navy's policy at this time was to be able to outfight and outgun the 2nd and 3rd navies in the wor

Before taking up scuba diving as a recreational sport, it is important that you get yourself the necessary scuba equipment and gear. There are many options available but if you’re a beginner, it’s best to start from the basics such as the mask, fins, snorkel, and weight belt, then move on to advanced sets later. The Basics: The diving mask allows you to see underwater through the glass plate in front. Most diving masks are constructed in such a way that a user can breathe out into the mask. This prevents the “squeeze” during the descent caused by pressure. Choose a mask that properly fits your face and forms a seal. Most scuba diving masks come with a rubber or silicone "skirt" that creates a watertight seal with the diver's face. There are several types of diving masks such as ful

Which is Which? There is a dizzying array of scuba diving flippers in the market. Buying your first pair can be a confusing exercise. For you, all scuba diving flippers are equal. This is not the case though. Experienced divers can tell you that there are different scuba diving flippers. A type of flippers will be ideal for snorkeling, and another will be best for deep sea diving. As you gaze at the shelf of scuba diving flippers, you will be amazed to see all the bright colors of the rainbow – green, orange, yellow, pink, and blue. The manly scuba diving flippers are usually in their staid black color. Choosing the color alone can be a tough; but concentrating on what you really need for your diving jaunts can be harder. If you are a novice in diving, you will be better off choosing sli