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Book with confidence for 2021, says Diverse Travel
With travel plans unexpectedly put on hold this year, now is a great time to make your diving dreams a reality and book ahead for 2021.
According to dive holiday experts Diverse Travel, customers booking their holidays now can benefit from the pick of the most popular dates and destinations at the best prices, and with low risk minimal deposits and flexible booking conditions. Diverse Travel are also offering an extra incentive of 10% saving on all 2021 package holidays booked by 30th September 2020.
What’s more, Diverse Travel’s membership of the Travel Trust Association and ATOL bonding guarantees 100% financial protection to the customer for absolute peace of mind.
Dive the Red Sea from just £765pp and pay just £60 deposit!
Less than 6 hours travel time from the UK, and you can dive into the Red Sea’s crystal-clear waters within the day! Well-equipped day boats and all types of beach resorts mean there’s something for every budget and every level of scuba diving experience on an Egyptian Red Sea diving holiday.
Guarantee your Red Sea day diving holiday for 2021 with just £60 deposit!
No risk guarantee: If FCO travel advice is still in place at the time of balance payment, you can change your holiday with no change fee* – guaranteed.
Packages from just £765pp** include:
- Flights from London Gatwick to Hurghada with easyJet and 23kgs baggage
- 7 nights stay at the Three Corners Ocean View Resort, El Gouna in a twin/double room with All Inclusive meal plan
- 5 days’ boat diving with 2 dives a day, guide, cylinders & weights
- Return airport transfers
- Port and marine park fees extra.
Dive the Maldives from just £1675pp and pay just £100 deposit!
Top choice for divers worldwide, the Maldives’ picture-perfect islands and majestic marine life effortlessly combine for an incredible holiday.
Guarantee your place for 2021 in this Indian Ocean paradise with just £100 deposit and the balance of your holiday due just 6 weeks before departure!
No risk guarantee: If FCO travel advice is still in place at the time of balance payment, you can choose between changing your holiday with no fee or Diverse Travel will refund your deposit in full – guaranteed.
Packages from just £1675pp** include:
- Flights from London Heathrow to Male with Sri Lankan Airlines and 30kgs baggage
- 7 nights in shared cabin aboard Emperor Atoll
- 3 meals a day, afternoon snacks, unlimited drinking water, tea & coffee
- 6 days’ diving – total of 17 dives (incl. 1 night dive), guide, cylinders & weights
- Free Nitrox
- 1 BBQ dinner on uninhabited island (weather permitting)
- Malé city tour (on request)
- Return airport transfers.
* Change fees are not charged but your new holiday price may change – subject to availability and seasonality.**Terms and conditions apply – see website for details. Other dates, liveaboards, resorts and airlines available – call the Diverse Travel experts for a tailormade quote.
“This year’s events have led to divers becoming reluctant armchair travellers”, explains Holly Hawkins, Product and Marketing Manager, Diverse Travel, “but many of our customers have been using this time to plan their future getaways. When the world opens up again for international travel, demand is going to be high and prices will certainly rise as we’ve seen with domestic tourism this year. With unprecedented low deposits and some incredible savings, now is the ideal time to secure your holidays for 2021 with confidence that your money is safe with Diverse Travel.”
With over fifty years’ experience of dive travel, dive centre and resort management the expert Diverse Travel team has the experience to deliver memorable holidays that benefit from full financial ATOL and TTA protection.
For more information visit www.diversetravel.co.uk, call 01473 852002, or email info@diversetravel.co.uk.
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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