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How Long Does it Take to Get Scuba Certified
Scuba diving is a fun and accessible activity, and getting scuba certified is a relatively easy process. But how long does it take to get scuba certified, and what are the components for the courses? In this article, we will look at what is required to get certified and why different dive centers might have
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Diving in Curacao, Caribbean
WHERE ARE WE GOING? Today we are diving in Curacao (Curaçao), in the Caribbean! WHY ARE WE DIVING IN CURACAO? Curacao is known for its colorful buildings that are now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also known for diving and its stunning conditions. Most of the diving is from shore and
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Q&A with a Shark Dive Instructor – Melbourne
Today we are chatting to James Hawes (UK) who is currently working in Melbourne, Australia. What is your job title? I am a “SDX Instructor” (shark dive xtreme instructor) at the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium. What do you do as a Shark Dive instructor? I work in the Shark diving department. I teach people the
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What Should Divers Do For Their Own Safety?
Scuba diving is a very safe sport. It is easy to learn and practice safely. However, accidents can happen. Recklessness and diver error is the cause of most diving-related accidents. This means we should focus on preventing problems before they even happen. We should also learn how to manage problems when they do occur. So
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Do you Need to Know How to Swim to Snorkel?
Snorkeling is a fun and exciting way to check out the underwater world. After all, 71% of the planet is covered in water, so there is a lot to explore. But if you are new to snorkeling, you might be worried about getting into the water. You might even be asking, do you need to
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Diving in Sulawesi – Bunaken National Park
WHERE ARE WE GOING? Today we are diving in Sulawesi, Bunaken National Park, which is close to Manado City, North of Sulawesi in Indonesia. WHY ARE WE DIVING IN SULAWESI, BUNAKEN NATIONAL PARK? Sulawesi is an Indonesian island east of Borneo, which comprises of several long peninsulas radiating from a mountainous center. This means there
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ABOUT DTS
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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