Mission Blue Hope Spot: Pangatalan Island, Philippines

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PangatalanHopeSpotMissionBlue Located in Shark Fin Bay, in the North East of the Philippines’ Palawan Archipelago, is Pangatalan Island. Covering an area of approximately 11 acres (4.5 hectares), this little island is making giant strides when it comes to conservation and restoration of the surrounding marine environment. Shining as a beacon of hope, Pangatalan Island has just officially […]

Escape into the Turquoise Waters of French Polynesia’s Islands and Atolls

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French Polynesia - Island - Blue Waters Did you know that French Polynesia encompasses 118 islands and atolls? This spectacular destination offers phenomenal diving, an abundance of sharks and shark species, as well as manta rays, kaleidoscopic reefs and conditions suitable for all diving levels. Topside, French Polynesia is home to stunning sceneries, white sand beaches, tropical fauna and friendly locals – […]

How to Recover Your Regulator When Diving

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A diver looks underwater with a regulator in his mouth Introducing the PADI ‘How To’ series featuring helpful tips as you discover the underwater world. If you’ve just started the PADI Open Water Diver course, or simply haven’t been in the water for some time, we’ve got you covered with a full visual breakdown on how to perfect these skills so you feel the most […]

How to Giant Stride

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Introducing the PADI ‘How To’ series featuring helpful tips as you discover the underwater world. If you’ve just started the PADI Open Water Diver course, or simply haven’t been in the water for some time, we’ve got you covered with a full visual breakdown on how to perfect these skills so you feel the most […]

Manta Trust Trip in Komodo, Indonesia

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best places to dive with manta rays baa atoll Written by Guest Blogger, Mario Passoni. All photos taken by Sarah Lewis Join a liveaboard trip to Komodo National Park that involves looking for manta rays and all the marvelous underwater life that this UNESCO World Heritage Site has to offer. On board, you’ll be joined by Niv Froman, an expert from the Manta Trust. […]

The Launch of the Great Ocean Cleanup

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Mention the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a vortex of trash collected from an ocean gyre in the central North Pacific, and it brings up a lot of emotions. Especially for divers.   What some people don’t know, is that there isn’t just one garbage patch of plastic, there are five. A few other facts: •    […]