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Boy Names that mean Ocean
As scuba divers, we love the ocean and the water. This means when we start popping out babies, we might want to consider ocean and water themed names for them. Some will be more obvious and some will be more subtle. But either way, it will be a great reflection of our love for the
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What Does a Wetsuit Do and How Does it Help You
Anyone that has ever worn a wetsuit knows how awkward they are to get into. And once you are wearing it, they certainly are not the most flattering piece of clothing. Despite this, surfers, swimmers, snorkelers, and scuba divers use them regularly. So what does a wetsuit do? What Does a Wetsuit Do? In short,
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Diving in Lombok, Kuta – South Lombok, Indonesia
WHERE ARE WE GOING? Today we are diving in Lombok, from Kuta, which is down in South Lombok, in Indonesia! HOW DO WE GET THERE? Direct flights to Lombok Praya International airport are easy to come by. If arriving to Indonesia via Bali (Denpasar) the flight from Bali to Lombok is 25 min and costs
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How to Clean Dive Gear and Protect Yourself from the Virus
Virus outbreaks can happen, and we are currently in the midst of a severe outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19). While the news may be blowing the current virus out of proportion, with numbers similar to that of the common flu/cold, divers are now asking the very valid question of how to clean dive gear effectively
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Can you Wear Contacts in the Ocean?
Can you wear contacts in the ocean while enjoying a scuba diver or a snorkeling trip? The simple answer is Yes! Many divers have some form of eyesight restriction. The most common being short-sightedness where things that are further away will appear blurry. However, there are a number of factors to consider when making the
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Diving in Sharm El Sheikh – Camel Dive Review
WHERE ARE WE GOING? Today we are diving in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt! WHY ARE WE DIVING IN SHARM EL SHEIKH? Sharm El Sheikh is known for its cheap certification courses, great reefs, the Ras Mohammed National Park, and several scuba diving wrecks. There are many dive shops and dive sites around Sharm El Sheikh. We
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Down To Scuba is a one-stop guide to scuba diving, snorkeling, and freediving. It’s also a resource for marine life and ocean conservation.
As full-time working PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer Instructors, Emma & Lionel have come across most scuba diving questions, and have picked up loads of tips along the way. With our network and community of fellow instructors and divers, we have complied all of our scuba knowledge into this handy guide!
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