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5 of the Best Places To Learn To Dive in Asia

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8 November, 2025

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Khao Tapu, James Bond Island, aerial shot from a drone, blue sea, emerald green, is a popular tourist attraction in Southern Thailand.

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A massive and mysterious sea creature has been spotted by divers off the coast of Thailand. Marine biologists don't know what it is.

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From Olympics to diving, team GB Taekwondo athlete Rebecca McGowan shares how a dive holiday in Thailand became a new passion and escape.
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Are you thinking about diving in Koh Tao? Here are the top 10 marine species that just might swing your decision.
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