2021-07-23 00:00
Read on the webPapua New Guinea isn't easy to get to, but the diving in Milne Bay is worth the long journey. Often said to be one of the world’s best dive destinations, Papua New Guine… Read More
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2021-07-16 00:00
Read on the webDiving with Sharks in the Bahamas has come a long way since the 70’s James Bond movies. Today the Bahamas host a very long list of tourist attractions catering to the da… Read More
2021-01-18 12:40
Read on the webYou might have known someone who had hydrotherapy treatment within a hospital’s physiotherapy department. Usually, a physiotherapist or his assistant with expert trainin… Read More
2020-11-27 00:00
Read on the webHave you ever wished for a little extra boost underwater?
Perhaps you are exhausted and your legs need a break or maybe you would like to further propel your fin kicks to ke… Read More
2020-11-20 00:00
Read on the webMy latest liveaboard holiday in the Maldives was onboard a boat that is slightly different, ScubaSpa Ying.
The thing that stands out with this liveaboard is that they decided… Read More
2020-11-13 00:00
Read on the webInhabited by two cats and equipped with a lighthouse, Pescador Island rises as a small pillar from a 300m depth to only a few meters above surface. Its diameter is only about… Read More
2020-11-06 00:00
Read on the webThere is just something about jellyfish. Maybe we are drawn to them because they look so beautiful, with their long appendages and pink and purple colors, or how they move gra… Read More
2020-01-03 00:00
Read on the webLocated in the southern part of Cuba, Jardines de la Reina (Queen’s Garden), without doubt, is the most adventurous archipelago in Cuba for scuba diving. The area is pro… Read More
2019-12-27 00:00
Read on the webThe Trip
We took Lion Air from Denpasar Airport, Bali, to Sam Ratulangi, the International Aiport in Manado, the capital city of North Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. Despite o… Read More
2019-12-20 00:00
Read on the webThere are some dives that make you really happy and some leave you wanting more.
The reality is that what makes a good dive is extremely subjective and I will not try to act l… Read More
2019-12-13 00:00
Read on the webFourteen underwater photographers joined on an expedition to the Rock Islands of Palau in late November of 2013. After a long flight, they joined onboard the Palau Aggressor l… Read More
2018-11-16 00:00
Read on the webSo as many of you know, we are a new project, and for us active users are a reward for our hard days and nights - planning, writing, coding, designing. Active users in a way v… Read More
2018-08-17 00:00
Read on the webA country of great cultural heritage and a popular holiday destination for the European market, Turkey also makes for an attractive dive destination. Turkey dive sites offer a… Read More
2018-07-20 00:00
Read on the webWith so many coastlines, the Dominican Republic has a ton of dive sites. Shallow reefs provide excellent areas for beginner divers and wall dives, wreck dives, and even cave d… Read More
2018-07-06 00:00
Read on the webHow It Began
Over 30 years ago, an oceanfront hotel on the Kona coast of the Big Island of Hawaii shined spotlights on the ocean for their guests to enjoy.
They never expect… Read More
2018-06-29 00:00
Read on the webThe Bahamas is made up of over 3,000 islands, islets and cays, and 180,000 square miles of ocean space. The origin of the name Bahamas is derived from the Spanish ‘baja… Read More
2018-05-18 00:00
Read on the webThe Caribbean Sea has no shortage of world famous dive destinations. Its warm and crystal clear waters are home to some of the most colorful and abundant reefs along the easte… Read More
2018-05-04 00:00
Read on the webDiving with sharks is a life changing experience.
Whether you meet them unexpectedly on a dive or book a designated shark trip, every encounter is different. Some peopleresp… Read More
2018-04-20 00:00
Read on the webThe best diving in India is the hardest to get to, in Andaman and Lakshadweep. However, for those a bit tight on time, Goa and Pondy are perfectly good fun, and both are reall… Read More
2018-03-30 00:00
Read on the webCayman's most popular dive spot, for years now, is Stingray City.
How it Began
Decades ago, fishermen, returning with their catch, entered the North Sound on their way… Read More
2018-03-23 00:00
Read on the webWhen everybody thinks about the best dive sites around the world, the Mediterranean Sea never appears. It doesn’t have warm waters, coral reefs or exotic fish. Neverthel… Read More
2018-02-16 00:00
Read on the webAbove water, Grenada is famed for being the 'Spice Isle' - lush rain forests with great hiking, rare flora and tropical fauna. Below water, the island is renowned as the 'Ship… Read More
2018-02-02 00:00
Read on the webFocus on the excitement that instantly compelled you to start diving and exploring the underwater world - and re-capture it! Work, time, and financial restraints can all too o… Read More
2018-01-26 00:00
Read on the webThe deep blue color of the ocean has always captivated man, and divers marvel at the different shades of it every time they venture below the surface. But what is blue, exactl… Read More
2018-01-19 00:00
Read on the webYou strain your eyes trying to see what your dive master is pointing out. Along the bottom, a tiny, flat, brightly colored object moves slowly. Looking closer, you make out wh… Read More
2018-01-05 00:00
Read on the webPicture yourself on a beautiful reef dive. The coral is thriving and hundreds of colorful reef fish dart about, as you effortlessly glide over the reef on a dive propulsion ve… Read More
2017-12-29 00:00
Read on the webKiller Whales (Orcinus orca) occur throughout the world’s oceans, from the tropics to the arctic waters. They are extremely social and use sound to navigate, communicate… Read More
2017-12-22 00:00
Read on the webSea gooseberries (genus Pleurobrachia), sea walnuts (genus Mnemiopsis) and the Venus’ girdle (genus Cestrum) are just a few of the species that together form the group o… Read More
2017-12-15 00:00
Read on the webThe largest of the animals aren’t the only ones fighting for survival. The Fur Seal Treaty that was put into effect in 1911, rescued the Sea Otter (Enhydra lutris) from… Read More
2017-12-08 00:00
Read on the webThe oceans cover approximately 71% of the world’s surface and form the largest habitat on Earth. The vastness of the ocean makes it hard to imagine that anything can eve… Read More
2017-12-01 00:00
Read on the webLiterally diving in an aquarium, Lake Malawi contains aquarists’ favorite freshwater tank fish. Many love the beautifully colored cichlids, but few dive this beautiful l… Read More
2017-11-24 00:00
Read on the webThe waters of the Adriatic hide many beauties and diving is one of the most popular tourist activities in Croatia; there are many diving centers which offer tours of the Adria… Read More
2017-11-17 00:00
Read on the webAori-ika, the Bigfin Reef Squid of Miyakejima
The Izu island chain south of Tokyo is full of surprises for the keen scuba diver. A range of life is on offer from dolphins… Read More
2017-11-10 00:00
Read on the webTraveling off the North Eastern coast of West Malaysia, you are destined to encounter a chain of beautiful islands, edged in white sandy beaches and enriched in ocean life. Th… Read More
2017-11-03 00:00
Read on the webWHAT IS THE PROBLEM?
A little bit of history
As objects of fear and attraction, sharks are fascinating animals. They have populated our seas for around 400 million years, pr… Read More
2017-10-27 00:00
Read on the webRaja Ampat in Indonesia, has always held a lot of fascination for me. Customers on their way there, or just back, were awestruck by the area. “Best in the diving in the… Read More
2017-10-20 00:00
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Chile is the small strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains on the west coast of South America. Having over 4000km of coast and the isolated Easter… Read More
2017-10-13 00:00
Read on the webWhen you come face to face with a frogfish for the first time, you will probably be rather confused, not knowing whether you are looking at a land animal, a fish, or some alie… Read More
2017-10-06 00:00
Read on the webA soft and hard coral sanctuary with unrivaled visibility, the Egyptian Red Sea teems with endemic fish species and is undisputedly one of the world’s top dive destinati… Read More
2017-09-29 00:00
Read on the webThe underwater world seems daunting to many landlubbers, and even frightening to those who have an innate phobia of water, or picture Jaws devouring the side of their body. Sc… Read More
2017-09-22 00:00
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Australia's Great Barrier Reef is the largest cluster of coral in the world and one of the most protected coral reef ecosystems. The Australian people and their government… Read More
2017-09-15 00:00
Read on the webDiving in the Cayman Islands is among the best in the world! Living here, you sometimes take the excellent conditions for granted: excellent wall diving, superb shore explorat… Read More
2017-09-08 00:00
Read on the webWhale sharks are intelligent, gentle giants that migrate into the Caribbean waters of Belize from April to June. Snappers (dog snapper, mutton snapper, cubera snapper, etc) sp… Read More
2017-09-01 00:00
Read on the webOn the reefs of the Pacific, twilight marks the beginning of the mandarinfish courtship dance. A male begins dancing, and if he’s desirable, an interested female will jo… Read More
2017-08-25 00:00
Read on the webPerched on the northwest edge of the European Continental Shelf, Ireland is an island of contrasts. The Republic of Ireland takes up three-quarters of the island, whilst the s… Read More
2017-08-11 00:00
Read on the webPositioned right on the Pacific Ring of Fire, Papua New Guinea has some of the most diverse underwater environments in the world, with up to twice as many marine species as th… Read More
2017-08-04 00:00
Read on the webA country of incredible natural beauty, diving in Norway is something to add to your list of things to do here on your vacation.Norway diving offers a wide variety of diving o… Read More
2017-07-28 00:00
Read on the webPicture this: you are traveling upon a flat calm ocean with nary another boat for hundreds of miles. Upon the horizon, a small island appears like an emerald jewel upon an oth… Read More
2017-07-21 00:00
Read on the webThe king of Africa is renowned for being fierce, and its marine counterpart certainly lives up to the name. The lionfish is venomous and one of the most ravenous predators in… Read More
2017-07-14 00:00
Read on the webIn a way, our mindset is our small master-plan/checklist of how we do things. The idea behind it is to be prepared. Although there are some ‘basics’ that we see of… Read More
2017-07-07 00:00
Read on the webEverybody loves seahorses. Who can resist their pretty horse-like heads, multicolors, and long, curling tails? Mythological stories of mermaids riding these half-fish/half-hor… Read More
2017-06-30 00:00
Read on the webThe Caribbean Netherlands consists of Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba - they are often referred to as the BES-islands and enjoy the benefits of being special municipalities of… Read More
2017-06-23 00:00
Read on the webThe North Atlantic humpback whale population makes a yearly journey south from their summer feeding waters of New England, Newfoundland, Greenland, and Iceland. They swim over… Read More
2017-06-16 00:00
Read on the webI’m a dive snob. I like to dive in small groups, preferably with no other boats in sight. But sometimes the crowd makes for a phenomenal dive. One of the most dived wrec… Read More
2017-06-09 00:00
Read on the webCroatia hosts at least 1000 islands, most of which are inhabited with untapped potential. These islands are the hidden treasures of this country, and of Europe as a whole. One… Read More
2017-06-02 00:00
Read on the webWhen I arrived at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport, I was quickly whisked away by a van that took me to a ferry en route to Puerto Galera, on the island of Mi… Read More
2017-05-26 00:00
Read on the webIn part 1, I discussed the economics around conservation of manta rays and the importance of involving local communities in order for this to be a real success.
I truly belie… Read More
2017-05-19 00:00
Read on the webJust to warm up, and to make sure that we talking about the same thing, let's start off with a short definition:
In photography, cropping refers to the removal of the outer p… Read More
2017-05-12 00:00
Read on the webPiers and jetties often get a bad rap when it comes to divers, since many don't show much interest in exploring docks at all. The most common excuses tend to be entanglement h… Read More
2017-05-05 00:00
Read on the webThis is the last part of the series! We have worked a lot on white balance settings, basic and advanced exposure corrections, contrast & curves, advanced techniques of rem… Read More
2017-04-28 00:00
Read on the webThe sharpness of a photograph depends on the camera in use, the lens, and on camera settings. Every lens has an optimal range regarding its sharpness performance.
As a basic… Read More
2017-04-21 00:00
Read on the webParrotfish are a favorite find on any dive. Their bright colors make them stand out, and include a variety of vivid greens, blues, purples, yellows, reds, and blacks. Usually… Read More
2017-04-14 00:00
Read on the webAdobe Photoshop is the number one tool for image editing, and provides a large amount of editing tools and options. Way too many of them actually, but the good news here is th… Read More
2017-04-07 00:00
Read on the webDiving in the UAE can be categorized into 3 parts: the East Coast, the West Coast, and Musandam, which is in the West Coast as well, but it deserves its own category.
The W… Read More
2017-03-31 00:00
Read on the webWhile Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) and Lightroom provide basic tools for getting rid of a few backscatters and other smaller distracting elements in our underwater images, sometimes… Read More
2017-03-24 00:00
Read on the webThe Blue Cave (Modra Spilja)
On the quaint Croatian island of Bisevo lies a spectacle famously described as “the most enchanting cave experience in the world”… Read More
2017-03-17 00:00
Read on the webDivers glide slowly over a seemingly endless garden of turtle grass. Their breathing is slow; their eyes sweep from side to side. Suddenly, a large exhalation punctuates the r… Read More
2017-03-10 00:00
Read on the webManta Rays are easily my favorite marine animals. No dive excites me like a manta cleaning station or any other manta encounter. I have been very motivated to get involved wit… Read More
2017-02-24 00:00
Read on the webThe Dominican Republic is one of the most visited islands in the Caribbean and has one of the largest coastlines in the Caribbean. What does that mean for divers? It’s e… Read More
2017-02-17 00:00
Read on the webIt shouldn't happen but sometimes it does anyway, those annoying little white dots in our underwater images that distract from the overall expression of the photograph. Known… Read More
2017-02-10 00:00
Read on the webSituated in the middle of the Coral Triangle, scuba diving in Indonesia means you are diving in the world’s epicenter of marine biodiversity. You will find more coral re… Read More
2017-02-03 00:00
Read on the webA color cast is a tint of a particular color, usually unwanted, which affects the whole photographic image evenly.
Even though white balance settings or adjustments are stil… Read More
2017-02-03 00:00
Read on the webFine-tuning of our underwater images in postproduction requires taking a closer look at the colors, and while doing so, requires the ability of our photographic eye. Just slid… Read More
2017-01-27 00:00
Read on the webMexico is a huge country that has extensive coastline on the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean sides of the country. Scuba diving and tourist areas in Mexico go hand in hand; m… Read More
2017-01-20 00:00
Read on the webFlat-looking images share one common problem: insufficient contrast.
Of course, the best way to prevent contrast problems is "in the camera", basically by doing it the right… Read More
2017-01-13 00:00
Read on the webThe well-trodden dive destinations of the Northern Caribbean are a far departure from this little gem of an island. Tobago is relatively undeveloped; there is no Sandals or Ra… Read More
2017-01-06 00:00
Read on the webAfter adjusting the white balance and basic exposure correction in Adobe Photoshop's Camera RAW or Lightroom (remember: the RAW processors of PS & LR are similar, only the… Read More
2016-12-30 00:00
Read on the webFamous for its stunning landscapes and game viewing, South Africa also makes for a top diving destination. With over 3000 km of coastline, diving in South Africa is varied, to… Read More
2016-12-23 00:00
Read on the webCrocodiles are extreme predators. They have the strongest bite of any animal, and they attack by ambushing their prey. They wait, usually with almost their whole body submerge… Read More
2016-12-16 00:00
Read on the webAs always, the best case is to realize the proper exposure of your underwater images while shooting them. But sometimes this is easier said than done, and there are shots with… Read More
2016-12-09 00:00
Read on the webSome of the best diving locations in Croatia include:
Kvarner (The Peltastis wreck)
Kvarner is home to the Peltastis wreck, locally known as the “GRK”, which sa… Read More
2016-12-02 00:00
Read on the webWhen it comes to final editing of your digital UW images, the white balance should be the first step of your digital postproduction workflow. Always.
What is White Balance?
D… Read More
2016-11-25 00:00
Read on the webScuba diving in the United States offers prime diving sites off its southern and west coast as well as inland. World class saltwater scuba diving sites in the United States ar… Read More
2016-11-18 00:00
Read on the webA romantic get-away is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, which may be transformed by an exotic locality. Little interesting islands tucked away from the major hustle and bustle… Read More
2016-11-11 00:00
Read on the webThe Philippines consist of over 7,000 islands and a ton of fantastic diving. Case in point – Negros Island – located just 500 miles southeast of Manila. Negros is… Read More
2016-11-04 00:00
Read on the webWe spent hours scanning the horizon for birds. Not just any birds though, low flying and diving groups of birds. Diving birds signify fish below, and we hoped their dinners co… Read More
2016-10-28 00:00
Read on the webOften overlooked, the island of Guam is surrounded by fantastic diving. White sand beaches and calm, clear waters invite divers to explore the ocean and see the healthy coral… Read More
2016-10-21 00:00
Read on the webOften referred to as the soft coral capital of the world, Fiji has way more to offer than its nickname implies. Although an amazing abundance of soft corals are found around F… Read More
2016-10-07 00:00
Read on the webDiving in Spain offers some good year-round opportunities and seasonal dives, and is easy to reach from anywhere in Europe. Water temperature ranges between 10 degrees Celsius… Read More
2016-09-30 00:00
Read on the webThe underwater world can be a scary place for small and vulnerable species; predators lurk around every corner, both literally and figuratively! Many marine species have adapt… Read More
2016-09-23 00:00
Read on the webWith a country motto of, “Beautiful by Nature,” you wouldn’t find anything less than stunning, above and below water, in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Wall d… Read More
2016-09-18 00:00
Read on the webHaving studied and/or built reservation systems for practically every kind of travel related activity, I am ready to put some more thoughts down on ‘paper’.
For… Read More
2016-09-16 00:00
Read on the webMalaysia is an excellent scuba diving destination. Superb visibility allows for perfect training conditions, as well as allowing divers to experience a diversity of marine lif… Read More
2016-09-09 00:00
Read on the webWorld War II – Imperial German Navy
The Prinz Eugan was commissioned into the Imperial German Navy in 1940. Named after the 18th century Austrian general, Prince Eugene… Read More
2016-09-09 00:00
Read on the webWorld War II – Imperial German Navy
The Prinz Eugen was commissioned into the Imperial German Navy in 1940. Named after the 18th century Austrian general, Prince Eugene… Read More
2016-09-02 00:00
Read on the webPalau has been rated one of the world’s best dive locations over and over again. With near perfect weather, lots of sharks, great reef life, and World War II wrecks, wha… Read More
2016-08-19 00:00
Read on the webSituated south-east of Asia’s mainland, the Philippines boasts over 7100 islands. With so much shore line and biodiversely rich oceans separating the islands, diving in… Read More
2016-08-12 00:00
Read on the webStraddling the equator on the north-west haunch of South America, Ecuador is a compact country approximately the same size as the US state of Nevada, or a little larger than t… Read More
2016-08-05 00:00
Read on the webThe Maldives is a chain of Islands and atolls approximately 700km South West of Sri-Lanka. The Maldives are widely considered one of the top dive destinations, and much of the… Read More
2016-07-22 00:00
Read on the webWhile studying marine biology in college, one of my favorite stories was about a marine research lab that housed many tanks containing different animals in one room. With no e… Read More
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