The Colossal Humphead Wrasse

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The humphead wrasse (Cheilinus undulates), commonly referred to as the Napoleon wrasse, Maori wrasse, or Napoleon fish, can be found hanging around coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific Oceans “from the Red Sea and the coast of East Africa to the central Pacific, south from Japan to New Caledonia”. Most people can easily recognize this fish […]

A Brief Spotlight on Diving in Thailand

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It may be hard to believe, but Thailand’s beautiful topside is equally matched by the stunning scenery below the surface. From miles of sandy beaches to quiet, pristine bays – Thailand is a place where the land meets the sea and relaxation meets adventure. What can you see? Divers visiting Thailand are certainly spoilt for […]

Cooper River – Diving for Megalodon Shark Fossils

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Wetsuit worthy water temperatures, zero visibility, and a swift current are all parts of diving in the Cooper River, which is located in South Carolina, United States. Even though you’ll have to dodge mud balls and watch out for alligators, Steve Pittman says it’s his favorite place to dive. Retired PADI Course Director, Pittman, has […]

5 Reasons to Jump Back in with PADI ReActivate Touch™

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Been a while since your last dive? The PADI ReActivate program could be for you. Here are 5 ways that the PADI ReActivate Touch product can help if you’re looking to plan another dive trip: #1 – It helps you get back into diving Perhaps you’ve done less diving because life got in the way. PADI ReActivate […]

Total Sub Bonaire Recap – Time Flies When You’re Having Fun

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As I scan the terminal at the Flamingo International Airport in Bonaire, I see many of the Total Submersion attendees preparing for their flights home and I smile because most of them remind me of good times spent with great people. Right away I see John Landes, a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor from Texas, […]

Never. Give. Up.

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This article was written by guest blogger, PADI Regional Manager, Jonas Samuelsson. During the 4-6th of June former Navy Seal Officer and PADI Assistant Instructor Walaa Wael Abbas broke the Guinness World Record for the longest dive in the history. Captain Abbas spend a total of 51 hours and 24 minutes at a maximum depth of […]