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The Best Places To Learn To Dive in 2026

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Elliot Pelling
26 November, 2025

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Zen of freediving - connectivity

The World Is Your Oyster: Lessons in Stillness From Beneath the Surface

Freediving is the perfect way to explore the ocean, using the skills you learn during your PADI Freediver courses and training.
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Why Is It Important To Always Dive With a Buddy?

From safety and support to spotting marine life and sharing your underwater adventures, here are a few reasons to always dive with a buddy.
A diver simulating giving rescue breaths to an unconscious diver

Answers to All Your Questions About the PADI Rescue Diver Course

Have you ever wondered what the Rescue Diver course is like? Read on for answers to some PADI Rescue Diver FAQs!
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Freshwater vs. Saltwater Diving: What You Need To Know

Freshwater vs. saltwater diving. No, they're not the same. Buoyancy, marine ecosystem, currents, visibility and even the gear are different.
Night diving: a diver uses an underwater light to illuminate a coral head

7 Reasons Why PADI Night Diver Should Be Your Next Specialty Course

Take the night diving specialty course and explore the world. You'll learn how to communicate in the dark while seeing cool marine life.
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5 of the Best Places To Learn To Dive in Asia

If you're looking for somewhere warm and tropical to get certified, here are some of the best places to learn to dive in Asia.
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