Dominica Topside
Dominica is home to great dive destinations, but topside, there are plenty of excursions, too.
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Fiji: Soft Coral Capital of the World
Fiji is a very accessible dive destination for North American travelers. The island boasts lively reefs and colorful fish, which encompass a world-class diving scene.
The Many Factors in Decompression Stress
Most personal factors that affect decompression stress can be modified. Divers know their bodies best, so assess your risks with each upcoming dive.
Uncertainty After Diving
Through a series of case studies, one researcher illustrates the confounding nature of decompression sickness (DCS) and shares important recommendations.
Voluntourism
Voluntourism, when combined with a dive trip, combines the benefits of the marine environment and helping local communities. Learn more about several voluntourism opportunities found all over the world.
South Africa
South Africa is known for its large above-ground mammals, but below the waters of its shores, are equally compelling marine predators. South Africa is a great destination for divers. Read more about how to dive it.
Lunar Inspiration in Palau
Lunar cycles heavily influence the currents in Palau. The cycles heavily influence the waters surrounding the island. Read more about lunar cycles.
Stacking the Deck
Dive safety is imperative and little precautions and steps you take can collectively make a big difference. Get some dive safety tips to help you fully enjoy your next dive experience.
Man Meets Shark
A diver has made a career out of diving with sharks and introducing people to these creatures. Read more about diving with sharks.
Tonga’s Gentle Giants
Humpback whales feed in polar waters during the summer and then migrate to tropical or subtropical waters to breed during winter. Various locations offer seasonal whale-watching, but swimming with them is legal in only a few places — Tonga is one of them. Every year its warm and sheltered waters provide a nursery for the whales, which gather there between July and October after a long migration from Antarctica.
