The Carnival in Curaçao for 2025 will be a lively month-long celebration marked by vibrant parades and traditional music. The key events include the Gran Marcha, a grand parade featuring dancers and performers, and the Marcha di Despedida, which serves as a farewell to the festivities. Additionally, the Tumba Festival showcases local music, where competitors…
The XPLORE Saudi Arabia liveaboard had a successful debut at the DEMA Show 2024. It showcased the stunning diving opportunities available in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea, featuring pristine reefs and unique cultural experiences. XPLORE emphasized the potential for unforgettable diving adventures and encouraged divers to capitalize on this less crowded location before it becomes more…
In 2024, Ocean Wise made significant strides in ocean conservation. They launched the Salmon Advisory Panel to promote sustainable salmon fisheries in British Columbia. The organization also focused on kelp restoration, advanced research on microfiber pollution, and improved shoreline clean-up efforts. They developed technology to reduce ship strikes on whales and utilized environmental DNA to…
Bonne Terre Mine in Missouri, once a lead ore producer, is now a unique scuba diving destination. The mine is flooded and offers dives on over 20 trails, typically 40 to 60 feet deep with over 100-foot visibility. Open to certified divers year-round, it features a vibrant underwater landscape and has recently been highlighted in…
Caradonna Adventures and Alert Diver Magazine teamed up to feature Fiji’s stunning dive spots in the magazine’s DEMA issue. Photojournalist Brooke Pyke spent two weeks exploring various resorts, showcasing the vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. Her journey included popular spots like Rainbow Reef and Beqa Lagoon, known for shark diving. To celebrate this…
Clearly Cayman has extended the DEMA special booking window until December 16, 2024. This extension is great for groups planning to dive in the Cayman Islands in 2025 or 2026. The offer includes 7 nights of accommodation, daily meals, and 6 days of free scuba diving with 17 dives available. Group organizers can earn bonuses…
Crosskix made a strong impression at the DEMA Show 2024 with their popular Tetra shoe, designed for divers. This shoe combines comfort, style, and functionality, making it ideal for scuba travel and all-day wear. The lightweight materials allow for quick drying, enhanced drainage, and breathability, which are key features for transitioning between water and land…
Kimi Werner, a former spearfisher and current freediver, shares her first experience diving with a Great White Shark in a new video. Originally from Maui, she has shifted her focus from competitive spearfishing to deeper connections with the ocean as a chef and artist. Kimi emphasizes the importance of understanding our food sources and maintaining…
Aqualung has launched a new tool called the “Regulator Finder” on its website. This feature helps divers choose the best regulator for their diving style. Users can answer a few questions about their diving experience to receive personalized recommendations. This tool aims to make it easier for divers to find equipment that fits their needs….
Choosing an eco-friendly mug can greatly reduce plastic pollution, which is harmful to marine life. Single-use plastic-lined paper cups are the worst because they leach toxic chemicals and eventually end up contributing to ocean pollution. Hard plastic mugs also release harmful compounds when heated. Reusable stainless steel mugs are much better since they are durable…