Shark Diving 101

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Sharks | Shark Diving in the Bahamas Why you should, what to look for, and how to make the most of your experience. That sleek, exquisitely sculpted shape. Iconic. A perfect blend of power and elegance. Sharks can be found in every marine environment: cold, deep oceans, tropical coral reefs, coastal areas, even the occasional river. The sea is their home, but […]

Be Confident, You Can Breathe Underwater!

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Confidence Header Do you remember your first dive? Maybe you were excited,nervous, or even a bit scared.  However you felt, it was a new experience for you. Taking the plunge took confidence. As a human, you have always known you are not capable of breathing underwater.  It is a fact.  Humans cannot breathe underwater.  Except, we can and […]

Creating a Hope Spot: The Art of the Possible

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cuba Ever since the start of Mission Blue Hope Spots, a concept created by Dr. Sylvia Earle in her 2009 Ted Talk, the dive community has been working to protect some of their most cherished dive sites.  By going beyond Marine Protected Areas, Hope Spots are areas that need protection and can range in size from […]

The Florida Keys Shipwreck Trail Offers Some of the Best Diving in the State

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florida shipwrecks Whether you’re looking to earn your Wreck Diver certification, or already a certified PADI® Wreck Diver, the Florida Keys are an enticing destination. With approximately 1000 shipwrecks in and around the keys, the Florida Keys Shipwreck Trail can help divers experience some of the best wreck dives in the area. Florida Keys Shipwreck Trail The […]

How to Deal with Post-Scuba Diving Vacation Blues

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How to beat the post scuba diving vacation blues You’ve rinsed your scuba diving gear for the last time. Your wetsuit is dry and ready to be packed and it’s time to make your way back to the airport. I am sure you know a little too well this nostalgic feeling of having to go back to work after having the underwater time of […]

Gifts to Give the Ocean this Holiday Season

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Holiday Diver Shutterstock In the spirit of giving gifts to those we love and appreciate this holiday season, make sure to include the ocean on your list (since as divers, we obviously love and appreciate the big blue). After all, our global community of PADI divers are on a mission to seek adventure and save the ocean! Here […]