Girlfriends’ Getaways: Top 8 Must-See Dives

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Some girls’ trips involve settling into a beach chair and relaxing with a colorful cocktail with the sun beaming down. But if you and your girlfriends crave something a little more exciting, active and adventurous, we recommend planning your next getaway to include scuba diving. Diving’s buddy system and camaraderie will make for a fun […]

PADI Women in Diving: Dr. Erika Sullivan

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As part of our Women in Diving series in conjunction with PADI Women’s Dive Day, we sat down with Dr. Erika Sullivan, a Canadian veterinarian now living and working in Australia. She discussed her passion for sharks and what inspired her to become a PADI Professional. Tell us about your work with sharks. Where did your passion for […]

An Ethological Perspective of Australia’s Response to Shark Attacks

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Ocean Attack: An ethological perspective on society’s methods of responding to shark attacks in Australia. By Dr. Erika Sullivan, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine & PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor In response to recent shark attacks in Australia, I am writing to provide a professional perspective on why baiting and killing sharks on drum-lines is neither beneficial nor productive to […]