What’s a day like in the life of a DM candidate? Is it all sunshine and rainbows? When you first earn your Open Water Certification you’re typically quite new to the diving world. Perhaps you have a close friend or family member who is a part of the industry, but it’s hard to fully grasp […]
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Have you ever been on a dive where your divemaster is frantically gesturing towards a seemingly empty patch of water? Next time, look closer. They’re not just pointing at the water; they’re showing you a hidden world filled with life. Little did you know at the time; this was your introduction to Macro Diving! A
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Imagine that weightless feeling you have from being perfectly buoyant underwater then wrap that up with the gentle (or sometimes not so gentle) pull from a current, and presto, you’re drift diving. This guide is our ‘how-to’ for those looking to learn more about drift diving. We cover it all, from ‘what the heck is
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So, you joined the over 30 million PADI certified divers and you love it! Now you are wondering how to become a PADI Divemaster and take your diving, pro. Well, we have the answers for you. Starting your journey to become a dive professional is a big undertaking, but the experience is fun, and one
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You want me to put my octopus where? Here comes a controversial take. Today, we’re going to talk about your alternate air source placement. We might ruffle some feathers (and scales) in the process, but by the end we think we will convince you we have a good point. The standard practice you will find
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Whether you have just completed your Open Water course or are gearing up for your PADI Divemaster course, mastering a proper weight check is an essential skill for every diver. When we dive, our goal is to be perfectly weighted, avoiding the pitfalls of carrying too much or too little weight. Determining how much weight
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Oh the good old life of a diving instructor. Much like a teacher at school or a cat herder, dive instructors spend their days fielding questions, trying to get the attention of others, and general corralling. During this, as with any public-facing role, you end up seeing a lot of “offenders” doing silly things that
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You don’t want to spend time reading blogs about the adventure, you want to have the adventure, so here’s the TL;DR: Snorkeling in Nusa Lembongan is your ticket to crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and some pretty epic encounters with manta rays. Whether you’re drifting at Mangrove Point, snapping photos at Crystal Bay, or catching
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Is it an internship, a course, program or what?! Searching for the right dive center to complete your Divemaster Certification Course can be overwhelming. There are SO MANY dive centers around the world. All telling you why they are the best and why you should complete a course with them. Why their marine life is
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Although Bali isn’t the biggest most popular macro destination of Indonesia, it is home to some amazing tiny marine creatures. With a keen eye, and maybe a little help from your dive guide, you might just be able to find some. Arguably one of the most exciting tiny creatures of Bali is the Pygmy Seahorse.
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