This holiday season, escape the cold and enjoy a warm getaway at Anthony’s Key Resort in Roatan. From December 21, 2024, to January 4, 2025, the resort offers special deals on 7-night packages that include snorkeling and diving. Visitors can explore vibrant coral reefs and relax in waterfront bungalows while celebrating Christmas in a beautiful…
Golden Rock Dive and Nature Resort and Statia Divers received impressive accolades from Scuba Diving Magazine in the 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards. Golden Rock was rated among the Top 10 for Best Overall Resort and had high marks for quality and value. Statia Divers achieved first place in categories like Macro Life and health of…
Shearwater Research has teamed up with Avelo Labs to enhance diving technology. This partnership aims to improve buoyancy control and dive analytics, creating a better experience for divers. Avelo’s new system allows for stable buoyancy and greater control underwater. Shearwater will integrate this technology into their dive computers, starting with the Peregrine TX and the…
Dive Gaia is offering exciting Black Friday deals for new scuba bookings made between November 23 and December 2, 2024. These deals include significant savings, free nitrox, and additional free spaces on selected trips from 2025 to 2027. The goal is to provide divers with the chance to explore Indonesia’s amazing underwater ecosystems in a…
Marine scientists have discovered what is believed to be the largest coral in the world in the Solomon Islands. The coral, called shoulder-blade coral, is estimated to be home to nearly one billion coral polyps. This finding is significant because it highlights the biodiversity and ecological importance of the Solomon Islands’ marine ecosystems. As coral…
Brandi Mueller recently unveiled her book, “Underwater Museums,” at the DEMA Show. This book highlights the submerged history of WWII in the Pacific, featuring wrecks like planes, ships, and tanks. Mueller’s stunning photography and stories document the transformation of these wrecks into vibrant coral reefs filled with marine life. The book takes readers on a…
Curaçao had a standout performance at the DEMA Show 2024, enhancing its status as a top dive destination in the Caribbean. With support from local dive operators like Ocean Encounters and GO WEST Diving, the island showcased its incredible diving experiences and commitment to sustainable tourism. Key accommodations partnered with the Curaçao Tourist Board, helping…
BackscatterXterminator is a new Photoshop plugin that helps underwater photographers easily remove backscatter from their images. Backscatter, which consists of tiny particles in the water, can ruin photos, and this software uses AI technology to clean up images with just one click. This innovation is designed for users of all skill levels, making editing underwater…
The 2024 DEMA Annual Report is now available online. This report highlights the activities of the DEMA Association over the past year. It provides valuable information for those interested in the diving industry and those who couldn’t attend the annual meeting. Accessing the report can be done through their website, where both reading and downloading…
Helmet diving combines traditional scuba diving with advanced technology. It provides a unique diving experience often used for commercial purposes. Unlike standard scuba, helmet diving requires a heavy suit and extensive support on the surface. In a new video, Jonathan Bird showcases helmet diving in New Jersey with the Garden State Underwater Recovery Unit, which…