Anthony’s Key Resort in Roatan has been a popular travel destination for over fifty years. It offers a beautiful Caribbean setting with private bungalows and opportunities to explore the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Guests can relax amidst vibrant marine life and enjoy the crystal-clear waters while embracing adventure. The resort maintains its peaceful atmosphere, making it…
The new Curaçao Dive Vacation Guide for 2025 is now available for divers. This guide offers useful tips, detailed descriptions of fantastic dive sites, and essential information for a successful trip. It highlights Curaçao’s beautiful underwater landscapes and vibrant local culture. The guide can be downloaded for free, making it a perfect resource for planning…
Carbon calculators are tools that help travelers understand the carbon footprint of their air travel. By using these calculators, scuba divers and other travelers can raise awareness about environmental impacts and make informed choices. They can also support sustainability projects like coral reef restoration by offsetting their emissions. The Ocean Foundation’s carbon calculator is particularly…
The December 2024 issue of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine has been released, offering valuable insights for dive professionals. Key highlights include a spotlight on immersion pulmonary edema and safety tips by expert Dan Orr, plus business strategies for enhancing marketing messages. The issue also covers dive travel trends and sustainability practices, such as carbon calculators…
The Academy of Underwater Arts and Sciences has announced the 2025 NOGI Award recipients. The awards honor significant contributions to recreational diving in five categories: Arts, Science, Environment, Sports/Education, and Distinguished Service. This prestigious award has been presented since 1960. The winners include Becky Kagan Schott, Dr. Richard Moon, Georgienne Bradley, LeRoy French, and Dick…
The 2025 SSI Master Diver Challenge invites scuba divers to earn their Master Diver rating by completing 50 dives and five SSI specialty courses, including Diver Stress and Rescue. Participants have a chance to win a trip for two aboard the Thailand Aggressor liveaboard, which offers spectacular diving experiences in the Andaman Sea. Training centers…
Aqualung Group is introducing a new underwater breathing system called Aquasense at the CES 2025 event in Las Vegas. This innovative dive regulator will provide both new and experienced divers with real-time guidance during their dives. It connects to the Aqualung App and offers detailed dive data to enhance performance. The Aquasense features advanced battery…
Abbey Blake is introduced as the new mermaid editor for Dive Newswire. She has over ten years of experience as a professional mermaid, performer, and underwater creative entrepreneur. Abbey co-founded Submerge Underwater, where she focuses on showcasing the beauty of underwater life and helping dive shops attract new clients through mermaid programs. She will share…
Sharks are known for their surprising eating habits, consuming a variety of objects that can leave people astonished. They have been reported to swallow things like porcupines, tires, and even cannonballs. While one might expect marine life in a shark’s stomach, the inclusion of non-maritime items is quite shocking. Some sharks can even spit out…
Changing the language we use in diving can greatly improve safety. For example, saying “the diver ran out of gas” places blame on the diver, while saying “the gas ran out” opens up questions about the situation’s context. This shift helps focus on learning instead of blaming individuals. Language shapes our understanding of events, especially…