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Written by Justin Carmack Indonesia is one of my favorite countries on Earth for diving, and it’s no wonder with so many incredible locations, all with something different to offer. From Macro critters, to giant pelagic, to pristine reef, I can’t get enough. Although I have dove all over the country, Raja Ampat is by […] Type: Post
Becoming a marine biologist has crossed many divers’ minds at one time or another. And while the job description doesn’t necessarily mean scuba diving every day, there are a lot of perks to the position. For PADI AmbassaDiver Afelandra Gonzalez, she turned that dream job into a reality. “The sea and all marine life have […] Type: Post
For a glimpse of what diving was like long before plastic, pollution and waste were concerns, many divers look to the waters of Raja Ampat. “You can empty your bucket list around there, from pigmy seahorses to whale sharks and from mangroves to vibrant and colorful coral reefs,” says PADI AmbassaDiver Edgardo Ochoa. But […] Type: Post
Ready for a weekend of fun? Join PADI® staff members at the Blue Wild Ocean Adventure Expo in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA from April 14-15 2018. This event promises an exciting mix of seminars, workshops, exhibits and entertainment for just about anyone who loves the ocean world. At the show, you can: Explore diving in the U.S, discover yoga […] Type: Post
If you’re thinking about organizing a cleanup of a local beach, dive site, river or other coastal environment, here’s what you need to know to get started. And keep in mind, Earth Day is a great day to hold your event, but so does any day of the year! Remember, when planning an underwater clean […] Type: Post
After only two trips to Indonesia, I know it is one of those countries I will keep coming back to again and again. Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world with 13,466 islands. Of the main islands, I have visited Bali, Lombok, Flores and Komodo but I dream of exploring Sumatra, Java, Sulawesi and […] 