[nofollow] Unlike many other academic classes that you were required to take in high school or college, scuba classes are much more fun and enjoyable. As a benefit, you do not have to spend a lot of hours in the library or your study room in order to successfully pass...
Ever had to pee after scuba diving? You’re not alone, and you can thank (or blame) the pressure! Most divers have tried it at one point or another, and most experience it quite frequently: after coming back from a dive, they’re overwhelmed with a need to pee. But why...
Is scuba diving a dangerous sport? No, it’s not. In fact, diving is considered to be safer than many other more conventional sports. Despite what sensationalist news headlines suggest, the incidence of diving accidents is far less frequent than you might imagine. And...
Imagine crystal clear water and powder white sand that makes your feet want to be buried in it. This beautiful place is called the Similan Islands. It consists of nine islands resting about an hour’s speedboat away from the Khao Lak shore. This is where diving in...
As a diver you need the octopus. And I don’t mean that 8-legged ocean creature. I mean your alternate air source; in other words your second regulator or your backup. The octopus works the same way your primary regulator does. If your primary regulator fails your...
The equipment required for scuba diving can cost a fortune. Renting equipment from a dive store is a great way to save money. Buy the essential items for yourself first, then rent scuba gear for the rest of the remaining equipment that you need. ...
When you begin diving one of the most important aspects is an understanding of the environment and respect for it. With just a bit of knowledge of respecting the environment, becoming an environmentally friendly diver can leave a positive impact. Each year scuba...
Diving on the small island of East Timor is really incredible. The pleasant tropical climate and outstanding aquatic conditions combined with a goldmine of marine resources are what attracts divers to its waters. East Timor East Timor is located...
Often referred to as “pilogate,” naturally navigating your way underwater is an incredible skill to have as a diver. Knowing how to naturally navigate means that you are not dependent on anything other than your own senses and observations and don’t have to rely on a...
What is Decompression Sickness and What Causes It? Decompression Sickness (DCS) is a condition in which rapid changes of pressure in an environment causes gases to form bubbles of gas, mainly nitrogen. In diving, when the diver descends, nitrogen is...
Most people probably think that asthma rules out diving. Divers with perfectly healthy lungs often struggle with underwater breathing, so why would an asthmatic even dream of trying it? Note: Before going diving with asthma you shall always get a consent form a...
Managing complexity when traveling to foreign countries “I couldn’t possibly go to Egypt, not with the way they’ve treated foreign journalists lately,” my friend told me, as we were discussing location for his upcoming dive holiday over coffee. “I don’t want to...
Unless you do something about it, it’s bound to happen, your mask fogs up during a dive. If you forgot what your scuba instructor taught you on this subject here is a small guide to avoid it, without you having to buy “mask defog liquid”. New Scuba Mask...
A quick introduction to diving in the land of the Little Mermaid Diving in Denmark is surprisingly popular given the size of the small kingdom in Scandinavia, with some 5.5 million inhabitants in its 16,000 square miles of land. More surprising still due to its...
In this article, we're going to help you find a place to put your arms while scuba diving. If you are new to diving not having any ideas of what to do with your arms is common. Lots of times divers’ arms just sort of dangle and hang or they use them to swim along with...
We generally see scuba diving as a fun sports activity that we are simply passionate about. To become a good scuba diver we need to receive professional training and then get into the water. That is true, but that is not all. We need to always remember a few important...
If you feel that scuba diving is a thrilling exercise, try night diving. It is quite an interesting and mysterious experience. Once you descend into the water at night and discover a whole new world, you will definitely want more. Surprises or Fun Facts Night dives...
Fun with the underwater Frisbee A great way of becoming a better diver is by mastering your buoyancy to perfection. It makes you stir up less bottom silt, gives you better air consumption, and generally gives you a greater control of yourself underwater. There are a...
Now that you're certified you're going to want to invest in a dive computer. You learned a lot of new exciting things and a whole new world has opened up to you. This includes a lot of new cool dive equipment. During the course, you learned to use the basic rental...
Take the Plunge and Say “I do” With More Bubbles than Champagne When most people dream about their wedding, it usually involves a tranquil romantic scene with a bride in white floating elegantly down the aisle. There’s usually not a lot of water involved in these...