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Approximately three hundred miles off the coast of Colombia lies the tiny Island of Malpelo. This sheer and barren rock juts out of the Pacific Ocean to a peak of nearly one thousand feet, stretches only one mile in length, and has a dozen or so small oceanic rocks as the only other terra firma […] Type: Post
Every year PADI® and Project AWARE® celebrate AWARE Week, reaffirming that no action is too small when it comes to protecting the ocean — whether it’s switching plastic with paper, or writing sustainable gift lists. Divers everywhere are encouraged to sign up for events and activities during the week. Here are a few suggestions if you’re […] Type: Post
Wetsuits are primarily made out of neoprene, a non-biodegradable material made from petroleum. They’re bad for landfills, but ideal for making drink koozies, yoga mats, and small home improvement projects. How Long Will a Scuba Wetsuit Last? A quality wetsuit can last one to five years depending on how frequently you dive and how well […] Type: Post
Written by Mark McMillan, Marine Biologist at LUX* South Ari Atoll Maldives The Whale Shark Rhincodon typus is a truly magnificent creature. As the world’s largest living fish, recent research suggests that they can grow up to 18 meters in length and may live to over 100 years old. Whale Sharks have a circumglobal distribution and are […] Type: Post
When it comes to marine life interactions, there are clear do’s and don’ts. Divers learn in their very first scuba class not to damage, touch or harass underwater life, yet some choose to treat the underwater world like a petting zoo. Here are some essential guidelines for marine life encounters. Type: Post
