Tasmania
Tasmania is marketed as a place “like nowhere else on Earth” — and that is no exaggeration. Read one diver’s experiences of diving and exploring Tasmania.
Alert Diver Category: Features
America’s Reef
The Florida Keys is a magical dive destination. Two seasoned divers take their grandson to the Keys for his first dive trip. Read more about their massive exploration of the Florida Keys.
A Life Among Whales
Whales are a complex species of mammals that in some instances were brought to the brink of extinction. Today, whales are revered. Learn more about how whales impacted one family.
Ocean Views 2012
Marine-life and underwater photography is not only an art but it takes deep commitment. Browse the winners of the 2012 Ocean Views Contest and celebrate these frozen moments in time — and the talents of each photographer.
Ocean Views 2011
The Ocean Views photo competition quickly created a reputation for excellence in wildlife and marine photography. Check out the winners and honorable mentions of Ocean Views 2011.
Dr. Nick Bird
When you look at the paths of Dr. Nick Bird and DAN, you realize they aren’t parallel, but instead are on a course destined to intersect. Meet DAN’s first-ever chief medical officer, a man of passion and vision.
Calling the Dive
Calling a dive is not as easy as just giving the thumbs-up signal. There are steps to follow after the signal to cancel a dive. The dive briefing should cover these procedures, and the greater the dive’s potential risk, the more attention to detail the procedures and briefing should have to make calling the dive happen as safely as possible.
Ningaloo Reef
AN OTHERWORDLY LANDSCAPE lies on the western coast of Australia, where the red outback meets the iridescent blue of the Indian Ocean. This magical place is the Ningaloo Reef, or Nyinggulu in the local Aboriginal language.
The Resplendent Reefs of South Africa’s Port Elizabeth
It is difficult to step out from the shadow cast by a famous family member long in the spotlight and to stake one’s own claim and create a different identity. I was reminded of this while reflecting on my relationship with diving in South Africa.
Saint Lucia
Looking down from space, the Windward Islands resemble an emerald necklace floating in the sea. Viewed from underwater, when you are immersed in that warm, blue sea and surrounded by colorful reefs bustling with life, the Windwards take on new dimensions.
