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Join PADI® staff members at the Blue Wild Ocean Adventure Expo in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA from 22-23 April 2017. 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 for freediving, […] Type: Post
For divers, the fact that the Coral Triangle holds 75% of the world’s coral species should be enough to fall absolutely in love with this ‘Amazon of the Seas’. And when we say that nearly 90% of those reefs are threatened, we should have your full attention. Mission Blue is calling for all hands on […] Type: Post
PADI AmbassaDiver Michel Labrecque and partner Julie Ouimet are on a mission to protect the most isolated atoll on the planet- Clipperton Island. Though this French overseas territory is now considered a marine protected area, it still faces threats from overfishing, with sharks and other large marine life nearly vanishing. With their upcoming expedition, […] Type: Post
In honor of these friendly marine animals, here are some of our favorite facts about dolphins. By the end of this article you will appreciate these amazing creatures even more! Dolphins have no sense of smell Dolphins are well-known for their extraordinary hearing, but did you know: they have no sense of smell? Dolphins have […] Type: Post
Before we dive headfirst into the 8th Great Northern International pool freediving competition taking place Sunday 16th April, we wanted to find out a little bit more about Steve Millard – the organiser behind the competition. What inspired you to start freediving? I’ve been a scuba diver since I was 16 and first saw freedivers […] Type: Post
When planning your next dive trip, set a course for a marine sanctuary or Hope Spot. These ecologically-diverse areas are known for unusual critters, animal migrations, or other features that warrant special protection. By visiting these areas, you’re investing in both local conservation efforts and exceptional diving memories. Marine Sanctuaries – Nature as it was […] 