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Northern Europe – A Technical Wreck Diver’s Paradise

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Guest Blogger
28 November, 2023

Technical Diving

This category discusses technical diving in general and about PADI TecRec especially. The TecRec courses are designed for those adventurous few who want to explore beyond the bounds of the recreational diving envelope. See www.padi.com/education/technical-diving for more.

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