There are plenty of reasons divers around the world choose PADI Travel® to book their dream dive getaways. From one of the largest selections of liveaboards to 24/7 customer support, it’s easy to see why it appeals to dive vacationers.
But what truly sets PADI Travel apart is the team behind the booking process. This dedicated group of passionate scuba divers and dive travel experts brings unmatched insight, firsthand experience and honest, personalized advice to every trip they help plan.
Here’s why you can trust them to help you plan your perfect dive vacation.
Who We Are: Experts in Dive Travel
With hundreds of years of combined experience and thousands of dives across more than 80 countries worldwide, you can be confident the PADI Travel sales team has experience and in-depth knowledge that can help you find the right dive vacation. For some perspective, the number of dives across the team averages to around 2,500 dives per customer service representative.
And just like the customers they serve, the PADI Travel team has a passion for dive travel. One Scuba Travel Expert told us, “As an avid dive traveler, I’ve been fortunate to explore some of the most legendary diving destinations, including Raja Ampat, the Galápagos, Cocos Island, the Red Sea, and Norway.”
For others, that passion has also gone hand-in-hand with teaching, “I have been lucky enough to dive and teach in various amazing locations around the world; including Thailand’s Andaman Sea, Italy’s Elba Island, the beautiful Bahamas and multiple incredible spots around Mexico.”
For another PADI Travel Scuba Travel Expert, a love of diving was practically inevitable, “I could swim before I could walk, and scuba diving was always going to be part of my life.”
In addition to a range of PADI divers, including Rescue Divers, Divemasters and Instructors, the team also boasts a previous dive center owner, oceanographers, biologists (including a marine specialist) and an international business major — all united by a shared passion for the underwater world.
What Drives Us
Having a team that’s genuinely passionate and invested in what they’re offering provides a level of understanding the average travel agent can’t match. They share your connection with the ocean and desire to explore, leading to tailor-made trips you’ll love, because they’ve lived them too.
For one team member, a passion for the underwater world began early, “My diving journey began when I was just 11 years old, and from the moment I took my first breath underwater, I was completely hooked — I simply couldn’t stop!”
Another representative explains how they caught the diving bug, and how it’s stayed with them ever since, “It wasn’t until I traveled to Lombok, Indonesia, in 2018 that I truly experienced the magic of diving. Since then, I’ve been exploring as much of Indonesia as possible — learning, diving, and immersing myself in everything the ocean has to offer. That first dive proved one thing: you haven’t truly lived until you’ve been underwater!”
“One of my most unforgettable experiences was snorkeling with orcas in Norway. Swimming alongside these majestic apex predators in the icy fjords, watching them hunt herring in coordinated attacks, was nothing short of mesmerizing,” one team member shared when asked about their favorite dive memory.
Real-World Experience, Real-World Advice
As we’ve mentioned, the PADI Travel team’s passion for the ocean extends well beyond the office. The team has lived and breathed a lot of the trips they promote, meaning you’re receiving firsthand, real-world advice about destinations.
As one team member explains, “Having visited 54 countries and dived in roughly half of them definitely is an edge when assisting other divers and potential divers to select the most suitable place for them to dive.” Another member details how their journey unfolded, “My love for the underwater world has taken me around the globe, working in dive shops and exploring incredible dive destinations — especially in the Caribbean.”
For some, turning their passions for travel and diving into a career was an easy choice. “Once the opportunity arose to work for PADI Travel, I took the plunge to join my two passions immediately. It has been an amazing journey ever since, both underwater and on land.”
Why It Matters for You
So what makes a PADI Travel sales agent stand out from the competition? The answer is simple: advice from passionate, honest professionals who live and breathe dive travel is invaluable when it comes to helping you find the perfect vacation.
As one PADI Travel team member eloquently put it, “I love living vicariously through our divers, helping them plan their next dream trip. As divers and PADI Pros ourselves, we’re able to answer the technical questions and considerations that others can’t.” This sentiment was echoed by another representative, “I love sharing my knowledge and experiences to help others plan their perfect dive adventures.”
For one member, the planning process is something more artistic, “Planning an adventure is like crafting a masterpiece; every detail is a brushstroke that adds color and depth to your experience. I’m here to be your adventure architect, meticulously designing an unforgettable itinerary that perfectly suits your desires and aspirations!”
Ultimately, when you book a trip with PADI Travel, it’s never just booking a trip. PADI Travel’s team is more invested than that. They live and breathe diving, giving you a shortcut to finding exactly the right dive adventure for you.
Ready To Plan Your Next Dive Trip?
Now that you know a bit more about the people behind PADI Travel, there’s no better time to begin planning your next scuba diving adventure. Whether you’re dreaming of a liveaboard through the megafauna-filled waters of the Galápagos or exploring the mesmerizing coral gardens of the Philippines, our dive-obsessed team is here to make sure your trip is everything you want it to be — and more.
