Family Diving with Three Generations

PADI Social Media Coordinator & Field Correspondent. Allison (aka Ocean Allison) is a Marine Biologist turned Ocean Communicator, using her knowledge of ocean science, her passion for ocean conservation, and her skills in communications to educate and inspire people around the world to care for our blue planet.

Becoming a PADI Master Scuba Diver Changed My Life

Six inspiring Master Scuba Diver stories that show that any diver with enough passion and dedication can achieve this elite rating.

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Cambodia’s Kep Archipelago: Mission Blue Hope Spot

Legendary oceanographer and diver, Dr. Sylvia Earle, and her team at Mission Blue officially declared Cambodia's Kep Archipelago as a Hope Spot.

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Scotland’s Argyll Coast: A Mission Blue Hope Spot

This summer, Dr. Sylvia Earle and her team at Mission Blue officially declared Scotland's Argyll Coast and Islands as a Hope Spot.

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Best Octopus Halloween Costumes

Five amazing octopus costume ideas for you and your loved ones that will certainly help you celebrate an ocean-themed Halloween!

Learn to Dive: Cold Water vs. Warm Water

Whether you take your first breaths underwater in a warm water or cold water location, learning to dive is sure to be a positively life changing experience.

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Shawn Heinrichs on Ocean Conservation in Indonesia

To highlight some of the most impactful ocean conservation efforts focused on Indonesia, we're highlighting conservation photographer Shawn Heinrichs.