You’ve Been Stung by a Jellyfish – Now What?

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A bright red jellyfish in Canada Picture it. You’re on a dive taking in the beautiful marine life all around you when you feel something brush past your ankle. Immediately, an intense burning sensation travels up your leg, and you realize you’ve been stung by a jellyfish. Now what? It depends on what kind of jellyfish stings you There are over […]

Pulau Weh – A Jewel in Indonesia’s Crown

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Pulau Weh? Pulau What?  How much do you know about this tiny Indonesian island? Have you even heard of it? If not, you’re missing out and here’s why. Nothing is as suggestive of a tropical island paradise as palm trees, mangroves and white sandy coves and Pulau Weh literally has them all. This small island, […]

Top Scuba Diving Destinations: Marine Sanctuaries & Hope Spots

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Photo: NOAA 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 […]

How Being a Diver Can Restore Your Life

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sunbeams shine down on a colorful coral reef Whether or not they are able to articulate how and why, divers from all walks of life will wax poetic on the healing properties of donning scuba gear and heading below the surface for a dose of underwater therapy. It might sound a little new-agey or mystical to non-believers, but those who have experienced it […]