
It’s inspired countless would-be divers to get certified and take the plunge. It covers an area about the same size as the United Kingdom, or half the size of Texas in the United States. It’s made up of more than 2,900 individual reefs and is the only living structure on earth that can be seen […]

The ocean is filled with spectacular sights and amazing underwater creatures that divers get to enjoy every time they head beneath the waves. But even among all those colorful, fascinating sights, some animals stand apart as true wonders of the world. Whether you see them from the surface or in the depths, these are some […]
Our video of the week has great music and heart-pounding shots of all the ocean’s big players: sharks, whales, mantas and more. Check out Erick Higuera’s video…BAJA.

Go Scuba Diving Win Cool Stuff Here’s a round-up of four great contest divers can enter now: PADI’s Video Contest PADI is currently running a video contest on our Facebook page. We’re looking for short (2 minute) videos in one of four categories: Diving and Lifestyle Marine Life Environment Creative and Fun Winners receive prizes […]

Located just two hours from Sydney, Jervis Bay and its 60 dive sites are a must-dive Australian destination.
Locate a PADI Dive Shop in Zanzibar Written by Tammy Holter A tropical island paradise, Zanzibar Archipelago consists of numerous small islands and two larger ones, Unguja (commonly referred to as Zanzibar) and Pemba. Located 35 kilometers off the coast of mainland Tanzania, Zanzibar is only six degrees south of the Equator. Zanzibar has something […]