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Black Friday Deals from Scuba Travel

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Scuba Travel’s Black Friday Offers have arrived – book by 5pm Monday 26th November for all Black Friday Deals… See below for a selection of great offers!

Oman Aggressor – save £1200 only £1195 (excluding flights)

Fantastic Black Friday offer to dive the hot new region in Oman. The Oman Aggressor is a fantastic 45m liveaboard with a range of stylish cabins all boasting aircon and en-suite bathrooms. For relaxation after your dives you have the choice of the large sundeck, with shade, a jacuzzi and bar, or the spacious saloon area. Enjoy a variety of local Omani and international cuisine from the onboard chef. Package is Boat Only and includes 7 nights in a deluxe stateroom on a full board basis inc. soft drinks and local beer and wine with your evening meal, and up to 25 fully guided dives.

Guest feedback so far has been fantastic. The guests love the boat , crew and food! Plus abundant marine life. Reports of snorkelling with baby whale sharks, spotting humpbacks, swimming with dolphins, and diving with huge shoals of fish!

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Carpe Novo – save up to £250 from £1845 (excluding flights)

Carpe Novo was new to the fleet in 2016. Over a luxurious 43m and 3 decks, you will find 12 tastefully finished cabins. No matter which rooms you pick, all have smart TV/HD linked to a media centre with plenty movies on offer, AC, storage space, desk and thoughtfully finished en-suite bathrooms. Wifi operates throughout. Communal areas are spacious and relaxing with everything you need to relax after a days diving.

This holiday includes 7 nights full board, up to 3 guided dives daily, diving the famous dive sites of the Maldives, combining channels, drifts and pinnacles and encountering manta, whale sharks and abundant reef life.

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Christmas on Whirlwind – 23rd December save £250 only £1545

How about spending Christmas diving in the Red Sea? Dive the Northern Red Sea and fill your log book with iconic dive sites. The Thistlegorm, Shark and Yolanda and so much more await, with world class wreck dives and breathtaking reef dives every day.

You could spend 7 fantastic nights on a full board basis, with up to 3 dives a day on the lovely Whirlwind. Book this for the amazing price of only £1545 which includes return flights from Gatwick, transfers and fully guided diving.

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Hurricane Shark Quest – 9th May 2019 save £300 only £1095

Hurricane stands out in the Egyptian Red Sea – and not just because she is one of the few steel hulled vessels. Many Red Sea liveaboards are compared to Hurricane, but few are as enduringly popular. She has won the prestigious “Liveaboard of the Year” award no less than 5 times (including 2017 & 2018).

Shark Quest dives the Southern Red Sea to its seasonal best. The itinerary is built using the local knowledge of highly experienced dive teams to enjoy up to 3 days at the boat’s selected pelagic hotspot, be that Daedalus or the Brothers, you will be at the site where you have the strongest chance to dive with sharks and rays.

Package includes return flights to Marsa Alam, 7 nights full board, free nitrox, and around 18 fully guided dives.

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Scuba Seraya, Bali – Best of Bali With Martyn Guess – 17th August save £150 only £2445

Bali is an amazing and relaxed place and Scuba Seraya is a fantastic and well-run diving resort right on the beach. Martyn Guess will give hands-on instruction through evening group image reviews and underwater instruction for those needing it. Martyn says: “The house reefs – Seraya Secrets and Noisy reef – are probably the best that I have dived with excellent macro subjects to photograph; the first early morning dive on the Liberty wreck is superb wide angle and the reefs at Ahmed blew me away! This trip to Bali has been planned to visit Bali at its seasonal best.

Package includes return flights, airport transfers, 9 nights on a full board basis (excluding drinks) 10 boat dives plus 5 afternoons unlimited, unguided shore diving, also included is 3 full days diving at Ahmed (wide angle).

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Photo FINish Malapascua 13th September 2019 – save £200 only £1695

Join photo pro Mario Vitalini on this Philippines workshop to hone your images of the biggest sharks to the smallest critters at Exotic Resort Malapascua. The diving in Malapascua is most famous for its thresher sharks and the experienced dive team have an impressive reputation for finding the sharks. You can also discover beautiful reef diving on the local sites or take a day trip to one of the picture perfect islands of Gato or Calanggaman. Step ashore and forget your everyday stresses and strains as the friendly staff welcome you to their slice of paradise.

Your holiday includes return flights, transfers, 7 nights full board in a deluxe room, 20 Nitrox boat dives and daily presentations covering all aspects of underwater photography.

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More deals are being added all the time so for all offers click here!

To find out more about Scuba Travel and the dive holidays they offer call 0800 0728221, email dive@scubatravel.com or visit www.scubatravel.com.

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Introducing the TR-80, IR-50 and CS-30 Regulators from DYNAMICNORD

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Workhorse – our CS-30

For diving centres and diving beginners – the workhorse stands for strong construction, reliability and robustness. Perfect for your training.

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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.

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Octopus OP-30

The OP-30 is the ideal addition to all DYNAMICNORD regulators. It is identical in construction to the CS-30.

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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.

www.dynamicnord.com

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Marine Life & Conservation

Paul Watson Released as Denmark Blocks Japan’s Extradition Bid

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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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