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Making a splash – a judge’s eye view of the Dive Dauin underwater photography competition

Making a splash – a judge’s eye view of the Dive Dauin underwater photography competition

ByJenny StockApr 8, 2026
Jenny Stock on the thrill of judging a Splash-In photo competition in the Philippines, and how to get ahead if you enter
Aggressor Adventures announces Belize Aggressor V and new Belize South itinerary

Aggressor Adventures announces Belize Aggressor V and new Belize South itinerary

ByDIVE StaffApr 3, 2026
Aggressor Adventures has announced a new vessel and new Belize South itinerary with its new liveaboard, Belize Aggressor V.
The old man, the sea, and the son – a father and son’s diving journey to Galápagos

The old man, the sea, and the son – a father and son’s diving journey to Galápagos

ByDIVE ContributorsApr 2, 2026
David Leonard and his son Abraham venture to the Galápagos Islands and find it to be a magnificent shared bonding experience
La Galigo – more than a liveaboard, an Indonesian dive experience

La Galigo – more than a liveaboard, an Indonesian dive experience

ByDIVE StaffApr 1, 2026
Dive more and experience more with Indonesian liveaboard diving around Komodo, Raja Ampat and Misool on board La Galigo
Unbelievable beauty – the magic of Wakatobi’s house reef shallows

Unbelievable beauty – the magic of Wakatobi’s house reef shallows

ByDIVE ContributorsMar 18, 2026

As a new recruit to Wakatobi’s marketing team, Bailey Anderson realised that in choosing scuba diving over snorkelling, she’d been…

Tornado Marine – a new standard for Egyptian liveaboard safety?

Tornado Marine – a new standard for Egyptian liveaboard safety?

With Egyptian liveaboard safety standards repeatedly called into question, Tornado Marine stepped up to try and raise the bar for divers
Full Circle – a return journey through 25 years of Sharm El Sheikh

Full Circle – a return journey through 25 years of Sharm El Sheikh

DIVE's Editor Mark ‘Crowley’ Russell on his return to the love of his diving life, Sharm El Sheikh, after a 13-year absence
The waters of Wakatobi are an artists’ muse

The waters of Wakatobi are an artists’ muse

Dive professionals at Wakatobi turn to watercolours as a source of creativity, drawing inspiration directly from the reefs they dive each day
New Philippines Aggressor itineraries launched for 2026

New Philippines Aggressor itineraries launched for 2026

ByDIVE StaffFeb 4, 2026
Aggressor Adventures has announced two new itineraries aboard the Philippines Aggressor through Coron and Coron-Batangas
Curaçao named Caribbean Dive Destination of the Year

Curaçao named Caribbean Dive Destination of the Year

ByDIVE StaffJan 28, 2026
The island of Curaçao has been named Caribbean Dive Destination of the Year at the Caribbean Travel Awards 2026
January sales – discounted diving with Dive Worldwide and Regal Dive

January sales – discounted diving with Dive Worldwide and Regal Dive

ByDIVE StaffJan 16, 2026
Holiday diving deals with up to £250 per person off selected luxury destinations from Dive Worldwide and Regal Dive
Scubago to premiere at boot Düsseldorf 2026 with daily prize draws and exclusive grand prizes

Scubago to premiere at boot Düsseldorf 2026 with daily prize draws and exclusive grand prizes

ByDIVE StaffJan 12, 2026
Scubago, a new global portal for dive centres, is set to launch at boot Düsseldorf, with a host of daily prizes up for grabs
Egypt's visa has been $25 since 2014 (Photo: Shutterstock)

Egyptian Ministry of Tourism says visa fees remain unchanged

ByDIVE StaffDec 8, 2025
The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism has said that tourist visa fees have not increased, and remain unchanged at $25
New global dive-travel platform Scubago set to launch in 2026

New global dive-travel platform Scubago set to launch in 2026

Scubago, a new commission-free platform for booking dive trips and courses worldwide, is set to launch in early 2026
Marine Manoeuvres – Aqaba’s underwater military museum

Marine Manoeuvres – Aqaba’s underwater military museum

ByDIVE ContributorsNov 25, 2025
Jordan’s judicious scuttling of aircraft and military vehicles off the coast of Aqaba has created a playground for wreck enthusiasts
Treasure Islands – Turks & Caicos with Aggressor Adventures

Treasure Islands – Turks & Caicos with Aggressor Adventures

ByJenny StockNov 14, 2025
The Turks & Caicos were once the haunt of some of the most fearsome pirates – today the archipelago hosts cruises in a more sedate style
On the Great Ocean Road – the pygmy blue whales of Timor-Leste

On the Great Ocean Road – the pygmy blue whales of Timor-Leste

ByDIVE ContributorsNov 12, 2025
Each year, hundreds of pygmy blue whales pass Timor-Leste on their migration to Australia - a privileged few get the chance to swim with them
Ten ways to prepare for a photography trip with Aggressor Adventures

Ten ways to prepare for a photography trip with Aggressor Adventures

ByDIVE ContributorsOct 7, 2025
Expert underwater photographer Richard Aspinall takes a look at how to get the best images you can, by planning ahead and being prepared.
Silent Beau – diving the Naxos Bristol Beaufighter

Silent Beau – diving the Naxos Bristol Beaufighter

ByDIVE ContributorsSep 12, 2025
Daniel Zaccheo's drive trip to Naxos, Greece, gave him an evocative connection to his Grandfather, a Bristol Beaufighter pilot during WWII
Diving with Bella – Hilma Hooker wreck, Bonaire

Diving with Bella – Hilma Hooker wreck, Bonaire

ByIsabella ZandonáAug 28, 2025
Underwater Photographer and marine biologist Bella Zandoná shares her experience diving Bonaire's Hilma Hooker wreck
‘Voyage of Discovery’ – finding new dive sites in Raja Ampat

‘Voyage of Discovery’ – finding new dive sites in Raja Ampat

ByJenny StockAug 15, 2025
Jenny Stock boards the Raja Ampat Aggressor in search of uncharted dive sites in the world's most biodiverse reefs
‘Pierless’ – the myriad photographic opportunities of Barbados’ Cement Pier

‘Pierless’ – the myriad photographic opportunities of Barbados’ Cement Pier

ByDIVE ContributorsAug 8, 2025
Award-winning underwater photographer Catherine Holmes discusses the many learning opportunities at one single Barabados dive site
Thalassa Dive Resorts – the best of Manado and Lembeh

Thalassa Dive Resorts – the best of Manado and Lembeh

Thalassa's Manado and Lembeh resorts are far away from the mass tourism and home to some of the world's most amazing coral reefs.
Dive BVI: Celebrating 50 years of excellence in Virgin Gorda

Dive BVI: Celebrating 50 years of excellence in Virgin Gorda

ByDIVE ContributorsJul 18, 2025
Dive BVI is celebrating its 50th anniversary as the premier dive centre of the British Virgin Islands - here's why you should join them!
Survivors of Thai liveaboard DiveRACE Class E fire speak out – part 1

Survivors of Thai liveaboard DiveRACE Class E fire speak out – part 1

In April 2025, Thai liveaboard DiveRACE Class E caught fire and sank near the Similan Islands DIVE spoke to some of the survivors.
Diving the Similan Islands with Aggressor Adventures

Diving the Similan Islands with Aggressor Adventures

ByDIVE ContributorsMay 27, 2025
Thailand’s Similan Islands give writer and photographer Mark B Hatter plenty to work with while scuba diving from the Thailand Aggressor
Maldives Makunudu Island offer from Dive Worldwide

Maldives Makunudu Island offer from Dive Worldwide

ByDIVE StaffMay 23, 2025
Book by 30 June 2025 and save 30 per cent off a luxury scuba diving trip to the Maldives for September 2025 with Dive Worldewide
Aggressor Adventures launches ‘Back to Back Special’

Aggressor Adventures launches ‘Back to Back Special’

ByDIVE StaffMay 22, 2025

Aggressor Adventures Launches Exclusive “Back-to-Back Special’ – save up to $1,600 when you book two consecutive liveaboard trips or adventure…

Searching for the best – an extract from Todd Thimios’ Ultimate Dive Sites

Searching for the best – an extract from Todd Thimios’ Ultimate Dive Sites

ByDIVE ContributorsMay 21, 2025
Todd Thimios' Ultimate Dive Sites documents 50 top spots from his 20 year career as a luxury dive guide - here are three to get you started!
Luxury resort versus budget homestay in Raja Ampat

Luxury resort versus budget homestay in Raja Ampat

ByDIVE ContributorsMay 13, 2025
Writer and photographer Todd Aki compares back-to-back dive trips to Raja Ampat, staying in a humble homestay, then at a luxury resort
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