DEMA Show 2025 is happening in Florida from November 11 to 14. This event is important for underwater photographers and videographers. Many new products and techniques will be showcased by expert brands. Free seminars will teach valuable skills, including using AI in editing. It’s a great chance to meet other divers and learn about underwater…
In 2025, PADI welcomed over 220 new dive stores worldwide. They now have more than 6,600 dive centers and resorts in 180 countries. Joining PADI helps these businesses grow and succeed. Divers trust PADI for its strong reputation in education and sustainability. Many owners report increased customer interest after becoming PADI members.
Diving at altitudes above 1000 feet requires special training. Lower atmospheric pressure affects your dive experience. It’s wise to take an altitude-certification class. Great spots for altitude diving include Lake Titicaca, Austria’s mountain lakes, and Yellowstone National Park. Each site has unique features like ruins, underwater geysers, and warm temperatures.
The Heinke Trophy 2026 is open for registration. This trophy celebrates scuba diving skills and teamwork. Participants must be current members of the British Sub-Aqua Club. Sign up quickly to secure your place in this exciting competition. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your diving experience.
Stream2Sea now allows dive operators to customize their reef-safe Mask Defog. This custom branding has no setup fee and needs only 48 units to start. The Mask Defog is ideal for use in certification packs and stores. It helps promote eco-friendly choices while boosting brand visibility. Partners can also access year-round discounts and free marketing…
Patrice Etlin is a freediver and conservationist dedicated to ocean health. He noticed changing ocean conditions and declining fish populations over the years. He joined Oceana to help restore fish populations and support effective policies. Etlin hopes to learn more about ocean science and solutions. He aims to protect oceans for future generations.
Oyster Diving and Paul Toomer are launching “Toomer’s Tec Tours.” This program offers tec-reational diving holidays and training worldwide. The idea is to introduce divers to technical diving in a fun, relaxed way. The first tour happens in April 2026 on a liveaboard in the Red Sea. It is open to certified divers who want…
The Heaven Saphir liveaboard team will showcase at the DEMA Show. They are offering a special FAM trip to dive travel professionals from March 19-26, 2026. Attendees can enjoy free Nitrox and discounts for bookings during the show. The liveaboard features comfortable cabins and experienced dive guides, ensuring memorable dives in the Red Sea. Additional…
Ocean Wishes is hosting a “Run for the Ocean” event in Belize. This 5K race will take place on Thanksgiving at Blackbird Caye. The non-profit helps kids connect with the ocean through education and outreach. Donations help fund marine conservation projects and empower youth as ocean ambassadors. Participants will receive a limited edition t-shirt for…
Lisa Niver, a PADI divemaster, will return to the DEMA Show. She will discuss her memoir, “BRAVE-ish,” which highlights diving adventures. Niver shares how scuba diving helped her grow and discover courage. Attendees can meet her, hear her stories, and learn about personal growth through adventure. Scuba diving is a key theme in her quest…