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Up to 40% off the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea with blue o two
UK-based Tour Operator blue o two are delighted to announce an incredible new special offer to one of the Pacific’s best kept secrets, the Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea.
Fishing was banned in the Solomon Islands over 20 years ago, allowing marine life to flourish and reefs to thrive, earning the Solomons Islands their enviable worldwide diving reputation. Boasting an abundance of WW2 history, there are over 200 ships, 690 aircraft carriers and countless barges to explore, many within recreational diving limits.
Papua New Guinea is bursting with wildlife, and is arguably one of the best diving destinations in the Pacific. Nicknamed as the ‘underwater photographer’s paradise’, sightings often include hammerhead and whale sharks, dolphins, pilot whales, turtles, sea snakes and plentiful macro life. Dive through coral atolls, sea grass beds and barrier reefs in this tropical oasis.
20% OFF and FREE nitrox!
For all trips with a departure date between 01/01/2018 – 30/06/2018, blue o two are pleased to offer customers 20% OFF your boat space, plus FREE nitrox for the duration of your holiday.
blue o two can also help to organise any required international flights and transfers, just contact a member of their travel team for more information.
LAST MINUTE DEAL
If you are available to travel in the next few weeks and want to get away for the Christmas period, then take advantage of this last-minute deal:
M/V Solomons PNG Master – Best of Solomons (10 nights) – 23/12/2017
- Suite – SOLD OUT
- Upper Deck Cabin – SOLD OUT
- Lower Deck Cabin – Was £3320, NOW £1992!
Terms and conditions: All special offers are available on a first come, first served basis and the promotion may be withdrawn without notice. Please visit blue o two website for full package inclusions but please note that ALL Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea prices EXCLUDE International flights which can be organised on request. No further discounting can be applied inclusive of Loyalty Club and BSAC. BSAC Kickback Contribution Scheme not available for redemption on special offers.
For more information on this special offer, visit their website at www.blueotwo.com or please contact a member of the blue o two travel team on either divingholidays@blueotwo.com or call 01752 480808.
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Dived Up Publications announces the release of The Diver and the Cookby Lasse Spang Olsen
A ship lost. No survivors. A grim recovery mission begins, pushing a team of commercial divers well beyond their comfort zone.
Braving treacherous conditions, saturation diver Nico van Heerden single-handedly combs the cramped, debris-strewn, zero-visibility Jascon 4 shipwreck searching for any sign of the lost crew.
Then, in a scene akin to a horror movie, while exploring a small, isolated compartment, Nico feels a tap on his shoulder. Could someone have survived underwater for over sixty hours?
The Diver & the Cook is the incredible true story of a seemingly impossible underwater rescue. With first-hand accounts, authentic images and detailed reconstructions, author and documentary maker Lasse Spang Olsen brings this gripping tale to life. The book is the result of over four years of work, including intensive interviews, access to previously unknown material, and deep study of conversations and film recorded during the actual incident.
Witness the unwavering determination of the human spirit as Jascon 4 galley chef, Harrison Okene, fights for survival after his ship goes down. Meanwhile, rookie saturation diver Nico van Heerden faces a daunting challenge: spearheading the rescue mission in a perilous underwater environment. With time running out, what rules must the dive team break to save Harrison before it’s too late?
An unprecedented operation, this story provides a unique perspective on the dangers and challenges faced by divers, showing the importance of teamwork and communication in high-risk situations. An incredible survival story against all odds, with an equally surprising aftermath.
Quote from the author, documentary-maker Lasse Spang Olsen:
“There are a whole lot of different versions of this story out there. But I believe that by speaking directly to the key people involved, creating meticulous reconstructions and doing original research we have dug much deeper and got far closer to the truth about the rescue and the sinking than anyone has ever managed to before.”
About the author
Author and veteran filmmaker Lasse Spang Olsen – in a 40+ year career – has participated in stunts and FX on over 600 films, directed eleven features and filmed extensively underwater. He’s led expeditions uncovering historical mysteries like the Flying Enterprise wreck and documented adventures worldwide. He’s also a producer and lecturer. Originally published in Denmark as Dykkeren of Kokken (February 2024), this is his fourth book.
The Diver and the Cook (ISBN 978-1-909455-61-0) is released on 12 November 2024 in paperback and ebook. It is available via online retailers, bookstores, from DivedUp.com and to the dive trade via Nautilus UK.
Dived Up Publications website: www.DivedUp.com
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Spooktacular Underwater Adventure: Oyster Diving’s First Halloween Scuba Party at Mercers Lake
Last Thursday, Oyster Diving transformed Mercers Lake into a hauntingly unforgettable underwater realm for their inaugural Halloween Scuba Party. Approximately 20 intrepid divers plunged into the darkness, weaving through a mesmerising scene of spectral decorations, glow sticks, and eerie underwater pumpkins.
After the thrilling night dive, participants gathered to feast on a ghoulish spread of pumpkin soup, chilli con carne, and decadent fudge brownies, perfect fuel for the frightful festivities.
With a resounding success, Oyster Diving is excited to announce plans for this event to become an annual tradition. Next year, look forward to a fully licensed bar and live music, promising an even spookier celebration under the moonlit waters.
Join us next Halloween for an experience that promises to be a haunting delight!
Find out more about Oyster Diving at oysterdiving.com.
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