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padicom · 6 years ago
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The Top 10 Dive Sites to Visit in Germany
If you’re heading on holiday to Germany, or already live there, then these dive sites should definitely be on your radar. From century old quarries and sunken cities to WWII wrecks, Germany’s diving is not to be underestimated. Be sure to visit the boot Dusseldorf dive show, where PADI will be exhibiting if you want […]
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padicom · 6 years ago
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Dive Travel Done Light
Many of the world’s best scuba diving destinations can be very remote, requiring two, three, or even four flights to reach. With every flight comes the potential for airline baggage fees. Overweight baggage charges range from $30-540 US (each way), and $150 US per bag is common. Oversized bags can cost an additional $60-600 US, […]
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Mission Blue Hope Spot: Long Island, Bahamas
At the 2014 Bahamas Natural History Conference, Dr. Sylvia Earle (world-renowned ocean scientist and explorer) encouraged attendees, including the Bahamian Prime Minister, to set an example for the rest of the world in protecting and conserving our precious blue planet: “The Bahamas can be the leader in showing the way to save the oceans, and […]
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7 Scuba Diving Urban Legends
The internet is full of bizarre stories and urban legends, including some outrageous ones about scuba diving. Many outlandish tales come from photos taken out of context, such as this representation of a flooded New York subway system, or this famous entry to a Photoshop contest; but some are based on a barnacle of truth. […]
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Top 10 Bucket List Marine Animals and Where to Dive with Them
One of the best things about scuba diving is the amazing animals you encounter. Nearly every diver has a bucket list of underwater critters they hope to meet one day. Every list is different, but a few creatures appear on nearly every diver’s list. What follows is a list of the most popular bucket list […]
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padicom · 6 years ago
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Coral Restoration Brings Diving Communities Together
We have all heard (and seen) that in some parts of the world our coral reefs are in trouble and in need of our help. As divers, we have the unique skills and ability to access parts of the ocean that others can’t. We have a responsibility to not only be ambassadors for the ocean, […]
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from PADIIDC via PADI IDC on Inoreader https://www2.padi.com/blog/2019/02/23/coral-restoration-brings-diving-communities-together/
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Introducing PADI AmbassaDiver Khaled Zaki
What does it mean to you to become a PADI AmbassaDiver? Teaching diving with a focus on environmental awareness and highlighting the positive changes scuba diving can bring to people’s lives is my passion. So, receiving such a unique recognition for doing what I love to do on a daily basis, and have done for […]
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By Mountain and Sea: Father-Son Team Set to Break Record
When Tom Mullikin, a retired commanding general of the South Carolina State Guard, and his son, Thomas Jr., decided to dive every ocean and climb all the major summits, they weren’t just doing it to break a record. “All of our efforts and expeditions in the oceans and mountains started with an earnest desire to […]
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Top 10 Wreck Dives of The Bahamas
For dive-able wrecks in depths perfect for first-timers and pros, few Caribbean destinations deliver like The Bahamas. From freighters to Cessna planes, this island nation delivers show-stopping wreck dives. Each island has its own claim to fame—be it one stand-out wreck or several. Here are our top 10 favorites not to miss. Tears of Allah, Nassau […]
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What to Consider Before Taking Your PADI Instructor Development Course
Are you dreaming of life as a scuba diving instructor? Are you imagining yourself on a tropical island scuba diving and meeting people from all around the world? If so, the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) is your starting point for turning your dreams into a reality. Deciding to change your career is a big […]
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Pelagic Adventures with PADI AmbassaDiver, Birgitta Mueck
Written by PADI AmbassaDiver, Birgitta Mueck During the past 18 years my father, sister and I have sailed close to 50,000 nautical miles on a mission to document the amazing life hidden beneath the waves. We’ve been sailing in our expedition yacht ‘Eja’, a 45ft sailing boat equipped with everything we need for diving in […]
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padicom · 6 years ago
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3 of Europe’s Best Freediving Spots for Wrecks
Image: Sarah in lotus at 22 metres,El Penon, Tabiba Tenerife Get your adventure on with a trip to three of Europe’s best locations for freediving shipwrecks. El Peñón, Tabiba Tenerife Nestled into the North-Eastern coast of Tenerife are the tiny town of Tabiba and the famous tugboat, El Peñón lying just offshore. Purposely sunk in […]
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padicom · 6 years ago
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Unique Marine Life in Malaysia: What to See and When to Go
Eager to cross off marine life encounters from your bucket list? Or maybe you just want to visit a world-class diving destination surrounded by white sand beaches and incredible diving? Then Malaysia might just be the perfect destination for you. Malaysia is located in the Southeast of Asia and is divided into two regions – […]
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padicom · 6 years ago
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Exploring the Best Ice Diving Spots in Europe
In the mood for a snowy vacation this winter? Why not get back to your favourite underwater sport instead of hitting the slopes like everyone else? From the heights of the Alps to the Arctic Circle, Europe boasts some of the best ice diving spots in the world. Check these incredible dive sites and explore […]
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Tec 40 – Who, What, Where, When, Why?
Written by PADI Regional Manager and TecRec Instructor Trainer, Chris Hailey.  Are you a scuba diver looking for a new challenge? Or maybe you’re wanting to explore underwater places deeper than 30 meters or that nobody has ever seen before? Then the PADI Tec 40 course might just be for you. Not only is this […]
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padicom · 6 years ago
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5 Must-Visit Heart-Shaped Reefs
Are you looking for the ultimate (and romantic) Valentine’s Day adventure? Or maybe you just want to witness nature’s beauty and discover some amazing new diving spots? Look no further! These five heart-shaped reefs are not only stunning to see from above, but they also offer some incredible diving below. Heart Reef –Great Barrier Reef, […]
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Mission Blue Hope Spot: Micronesian Islands
In the heart of the southwestern Pacific Ocean, the Micronesian Islands are made up of more than 2,000 islands that span an area larger than the continental United States. While the region’s total land area is approximately one thousand square miles (2,600 square kilometers), the total ocean area within the perimeter of the Micronesian Islands […]
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