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Busting the Time Barrier

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Drew Richardson
24 September, 2024

Local Diving

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Why Scuba Diving is the Best Day Trip

Scuba diving is one of the few activities you can do practically anywhere there's a body of water. That's why it's perfect for day trips.
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We caught up with Mattias and Linn from the Ocean Exposure team, to find out about their local diving experiences around Europe.
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10 Top Dive Sites in Austria and Switzerland

Here’s a list of the most beautiful dive sites in Austria and Switzerland's lakes and rivers to inspire your next diving holiday.

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Many of us won’t get the opportunity to escape on a diving vacation until well after the holidays have passed. So why not enjoy your local diving?
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