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5 of the Best Places To Learn To Dive in North America & the Caribbean

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Megan Denny
5 November, 2025

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Scuba Diving in San Diego: California’s Unique Diving Destination

Giant kelp forests, artificial wrecks, incredible shore dives and playful sea lions — this is what scuba diving in San Diego is all about.

9 Blue Sea Dragon Facts That Prove They’re the Best Nudibranch

Check out these amazing blue sea dragon facts, from their upside-down swimming to their venom-stealing abilities.
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Citizen Science in Antarctica: One Diver’s Journey to the Heart of the Southern Ocean

Citizen science in Antarctica can inspire lasting change. Discover how scuba divers have become ambassadors for this critical ecosystem.
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The Best Dive Sites in Chile

Explore scuba diving in Chile. The best dive sites in Chile on the mainland, Easter Island, near Santiago and more.
Two Commerson's Dolphins. These black and white dolphins can be seen in Chile

A Diver’s Guide to Marine Life in Chile

The marine life in Chile includes whales, dolphins, penguins and other bucket list animals. Discover what you can see scuba diving in Chile.
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