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Scubaverse GO Diving Show 2020 Exhibitor Preview
We’re counting down the days to this weekend’s GO Diving Show at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry, UK. It promises to be an exciting weekend packed with top speaker presentations, the latest in underwater gear and imaging, as well as plenty of travel inspiration for your dive adventures in 2020. Here’s just a selection of some of the many great exhibitors at the show; plus a taster of their special offers exclusively for visitors to GO Diving. Join them in celebrating all things diving this weekend!
Bunaken Oasis Dive & Spa Resort
PHONE: +44 1926 421100
EMAIL: info@bunakenoasis.com
WEBSITE: www.bunakenoasis.com
Bunaken Oasis redefines diving in Bunaken. Positioned very much at the luxury end of the spectrum, our aim is to provide a 5-star experience whilst keeping our ecological footprint to a minimum.
SPECIAL OFFER
Pay for 6 nights and get the 7th night free, or pay for 12 nights and receive the 13th and 14th nights free. Bookings must be made by the 31st of March 2020.
Discover Dominica
PHONE: 020 7326 9880
EMAIL: dominica@finnpartners.com
WEBSITE: www.discoverdominica.com
Dominica, also known as ‘The Nature Island’, is a paradise for scuba diving lovers. Unspoiled and unforgettable, the seascape surrounding the island is as breathtaking as its towering mountains bathed in tropical mists. The water is clear, the marine life varied and the weather warm enough to spend an entire day in the sea.
The waters here are so good in fact that Dominica is the only country in the world where a pod of mighty sperm whale resides year-round! On dedicated whale-watching trips, sightings of these majestic creatures are common, along with dolphin pods, humpback and killer whales.
There are dive sites all along Dominica’s west coast, many of which reflect the steep and dramatic topography topside, with steep drop-offs, walls, and volcanic pinnacles. With the incredible abundance of wildlife, Dominica will truly be one of your most enjoyable dives in the Caribbean.
SPECIAL OFFER
Discover Dominica have teamed up with Dive Worldwide to offer one lucky traveller £500 off their next diving trip to the island! Simply answer the question correctly here to win: https://bit.ly/3bsOB5Q
Good luck!
Magic Resorts Philippines
PHONE: +63 (0) 92 87 40 43 69
EMAIL: info@magicresorts.online
WEBSITE: www.magicresorts.online
Magic Resorts Philippines offers the best getaway for your diving holiday. With 2 resorts on 2 different islands, it gives you the perfect opportunity to explore the best of the Philippines.
Experience Western quality combined with the world-famous Filipino hospitality, discover the most exciting critters, dive with over a million sardines and even Whale Sharks!
Both resorts offer more than 25 dive sites within a short 40-minute boat ride, as well as an incredible house reef. With only 10-16 detached native-style cottages, you will arrive here as guests and leave as family!
SPECIAL OFFER
Step by our stand (#AP16) and take advantage of special discounts!
Treat yourself to the ultimate Magic experience by combining the 2 resorts and explore the best of the 2 different islands (12-night stay, incl. daily breakfast & 3-course dinner, local transfers and a 15 dive package for only £1535 pp).
Or get the best out of one destination (7-night stay, incl. daily breakfast & 3-course dinner, local transfers and a 10-dive package, starting at £855 pp).
Of course a customised package can be made based on your wishes!
Mike Ball Dive Expeditions
PHONE: +61 (0) 7 4053 0500
EMAIL: resv@mikeball.com
WEBSITE: www.mikeball.com
Mike Ball Dive Expeditions operates exciting 3, 4 and 7-night liveaboard scuba diving expeditions departing from Cairns to some of the best dive sites on the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Sea. Enjoy spectacular biodiversity on the northern Great Barrier Reef including the world-famous Cod Hole, or venture out into the remote Coral Sea for exciting big fish action, shark encounters and excellent visibility.
Spoilsport is Australia’s most awarded dive liveaboard, custom-built for diving and with a twin-hull design that maximises space, stability, and comfort. Plus our procedures allow greater freedom for divers with an ‘open dive deck’ policy resulting in no restrictions on bottom time.
Great diving, just as you like it.
SPECIAL OFFER
Come and meet with Craig Stephen, our Managing Director at the Go Diving Show! Craig has been working in the business for 25 years so he is a wealth of information on all our expeditions and the Great Barrier Reef in general. He loves a good chat so come with all your questions!
1. 10% discount on Expedition Bookings. Expires 7 days post-show.
2. A chance to win $500 Mike Ball Dollars towards an Expedition when you sign up to our newsletter.
NAUI Worldwide
PHONE: 07736 064625
EMAIL: simon@europe-naui.org
WEBSITE: www.naui.org
Founded in 1960, NAUI Worldwide is one of the scuba industry’s largest not-for-profit agencies whose purpose is to enable people to enjoy underwater activities as safely as possible by providing the highest quality practical education, and to actively promote the preservation and protection of the world’s underwater environments. As a pioneer in diving education, NAUI has developed many of the programs and concepts accepted throughout the diving industry. NAUI: A Higher Standard!
SPECIAL OFFER
As part of NAUI’s 60th Anniversary this year, NAUI are offering a FREE Instructor crossover course together with 5 free certifications to all Instructors at the GO Diving Show in Coventry on 21-23 February 2020!
Scuba Dive Store
PHONE: 0113 4681100
EMAIL: damian@scubadivestore.co.uk
WEBSITE: www.scubadivestore.co.uk
Here at the Scuba Dive Store we only supply Aqua Lung & Apeks diving equipment. We believe in selling only the best equipment to our customers. We are able to supply everything for the beginner right through to the professional.
Because we only supply Aqualung & Apeks the Scuba Dive Store are able to supply the complete range of equipment: BCDs, Masks, Snorkels, Regulators, Wetsuits and Dive computers all at competitive prices. This is backed up by our excellent customer service and fast delivery.
SPECIAL OFFER
We have new and exciting products from Apeks & Aqualung on show and for sale including the New Apeks, MTX-RC Regulator, the feature rich Apeks SMB, the i470TC watch style Computer from Aqualung, the long awaited Aqualung Legend Series Regulators and many more.
We also have a dedicated Dive Show Sale page on our website featuring all the latest show prices:
https://www.scubadivestore.co.uk/product-category/dive-show/
Scuba Travel
PHONE: 01483 411590
EMAIL: dive@scubatravel.com
WEBSITE: www.scubatravel.com
Scuba Travel, established in 1995, has been arranging award winning holidays for 25 years.
Our experienced team are committed to crafting memorable diving holidays around the globe. We create bespoke itineraries that are as individual as you are. Join the thousands of travellers that trust Scuba Travel to make their dreams come true. World class diving is just a phone call away.
Fully ATOL and ABTOT bonded for you financial protection.
SPECIAL OFFER
Plan your 2020 dive adventure at the Go Diving show Feb 22nd & 23rd. Swing by stand 66 and talk to the experts at Scuba Travel. We’ve got the dive deal you are looking for!
Jump aboard Whirlwind or Hurricane and dive the best of the Red Sea – from as little as £1225 including flights from Gatwick! Dive with manta in the Maldives, with liveaboards starting from as little as £1025pp.
Indonesia and the Philippines are easier than ever to get to, and our boutique dive resorts deliver fabulous diving at affordable prices, from only £745pp! Make 2020 your bucket list year. Save hundreds on liveaboards to Komodo, Socorro, Galapagos, and Cocos. Set sail on hot new itineraries in Oman and Romblon. Get away from it all as you dive in Hawaii, Palau, Turks and Caicos and St Kitts.
Gear News
Introducing the TR-80, IR-50 and CS-30 Regulators from DYNAMICNORD
Whether you are a beginner or a professional diver – with the three new main regulators from DYNAMICNORD, everyone will find their favourite regulator. They all look super stylish.
Excellent performance with the TR-80
Quality and performance are the be-all and end-all for regulators. It is not for nothing that the TR stands for Tec Reg. The innovative design of the TR-80 guarantees absolute reliability – even in ice-cold waters.
Perfect breathing effort at 0.8 J/l / certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / structural design made of solid brass for best cold protection / membrane-compensated design with dry seal of the first stage / reduced exhalation effort thanks to optimized exhalation membrane and bubble deflector / adjustable Venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort / innovative design of the front cover prevents free-flow in strong currents or when diving with scooters / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 LP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Amazing underwater adventures with the IR-50
The IR-50 is the top regulator for advanced and experienced divers. Natural breathing is the essence of this regulator.
Ideal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / compensated membrane / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort/ outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
The Workhorse – our CS-30
For diving centres and diving beginners – the workhorse stands for strong construction, reliability and robustness. Perfect for your training.
Optimal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /recommended for diving in waters above 10 degrees / non-compensated piston / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) / outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 1 HP and 3 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Octopus OP-30
The OP-30 is the ideal addition to all DYNAMICNORD regulators. It is identical in construction to the CS-30.
The TR-80, IR-50, CS-30 (DIN & INT) regulators and the Octopus OP-30 are available from DYNAMICNORD dealers and in the online store.
DYNAMICNORD – Your Outdoor Companion.
Marine Life & Conservation
Paul Watson Released as Denmark Blocks Japan’s Extradition Bid
Renowned anti-whaling activist Paul Watson has been released from custody in Greenland after spending five months in detention. Denmark’s Justice Ministry rejected Japan’s request for his extradition, citing insufficient guarantees that his time already served in custody would be credited against any potential sentence.
The 74-year-old Canadian-American was arrested on July 21 in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, when his ship docked to refuel. His arrest was based on a 2012 Japanese warrant related to a 2010 encounter in Antarctic waters. Japan alleged Watson obstructed operations and caused damage to a whaling research ship during efforts to disrupt illegal whaling. Watson has consistently denied these claims, maintaining his commitment to marine conservation.
Denmark, which oversees extradition matters for Greenland, concluded that while the legal conditions for extradition were met, the lack of assurances from Japan regarding time-served credit made extradition untenable.
In a video shared by his foundation, Watson expressed gratitude and relief, saying, “After five months, it’s good to be out… and good to know they’re not sending me to Japan.” He added that the most difficult part of his time in custody was being separated from his two young sons.
Watson is a pioneering figure in marine conservation, known for founding the Captain Paul Watson Foundation in 2022 after decades of activism with the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. His bold efforts to defend marine life have earned him widespread support, including from celebrities and conservationists. His work has also been featured in the acclaimed reality TV series Whale Wars.
Watson’s lawyer, Jonas Christoffersen, praised the decision, stating, “We are happy and relieved that Paul Watson is now free.” He added that Watson is eager to reunite with his family and continue his vital work.
The arrest occurred while Watson’s vessel, the M/Y John Paul DeJoria, was en route to the North Pacific with a team of 26 volunteers to intercept a Japanese whaling ship. His foundation described the arrest as politically motivated and emphasized that Watson’s actions were focused on ending illegal whaling practices.
Japan resumed commercial whaling in 2019 after leaving the International Whaling Commission, asserting that whale meat is a cultural tradition. Conservationists, however, continue to challenge these practices, highlighting their impact on marine ecosystems.
Despite the challenges, Watson remains steadfast in his mission to protect marine life and bring attention to whaling practices. His dedication to ocean conservation has made him a globally respected advocate for the environment.
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