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Bring in the New Year with the fishes (and possible for free) with blue o two

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For those who would really rather fly to warm and dry Egypt for the last chance to get some sun in 2013, blue o two have just a few cheeky spaces left on their fleet over New Year. Last year, blue o two customers counted in 2013 whilst diving on the SS Thistlegorm; what better way to see in the New Year but on one of the world’s most famous, and stunning wrecks?

For those among you who would like to go a little further afield in the New Year, there are some amazing deals to Fiji and on blue o two’s brand new fleet vessel in the Maldives – ‘M/Y blue ‘Honors Legacy’.

All the following trips are in the blue o two Winter Sale with a 5% discount (and blue o two Loyalty Club or BSAC members can take ANOTHER 5% OFF!) ; and what’s more, everyone who books a trip in the Winter Sale during December will be put into a draw to WIN THEIR TRIP!

Here are the details:

M/Y blue Fin – Red Sea     

03 Jan – 10 Jan: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £745

10 Jan – 17 Jan: Best of Wrecks £745 (No MAN-HRG supplement)

17 Jan – 24 Jan: Best of Brothers £660

24 Jan – 31 Jan: North & Ras Mohamed £806

31 Jan – 07 Feb: HAYAH Reef Clean-up £695

07 Feb – 14 Feb: Best of Brothers £802

14 Feb – 21 Feb: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £945

21 Feb – 28 Feb: North & Brothers £897

07 Mar – 14 Mar: Brothers & Elphinstone £949

14 Mar – 21 Mar: Simply the Best £949

28 Mar – 04 Apr: Northern Wrecks & Reefs – £949

M/Y blue Horizon – Red Sea

14 Feb – 21 Feb: Best of Brothers £945

28 Feb – 07 Mar: Strait of Tiran and Brothers £945

07 Mar – 14 Mar: Best of Wrecks £949

14 Mar – 21 Mar: North & Ras Mohamed £949

M/Y blue Melody – Red Sea

27 Dec – 03 Jan: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £1139 – last few spaces!

21 Feb – 28 Feb: HAYAH Reef Clean-up £799

07 Mar – 14 Mar: Strait of Tiran & North £850

14 Mar – 21 Mar: Best of Wrecks £949

28 Mar – 04 Apr: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £949

M/Y blue Voyager – Red Sea

27 Dec – 03 Jan: North and Ras Mohamed £1087 – last few spaces!

03 Jan – 10 Jan: North and Ras Mohamed £745

17 Jan – 24 Jan: North and Ras Mohamed £660

24 Jan – 31 Jan: North and Ras Mohamed £745

31 Jan – 07 Feb: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £806

21 Mar – 28 Mar: Simply the Best £850

28 Mar – 04 Apr: Daedalus & St Johns £1091

MALDIVES

M/Y blue ‘Honors Legacy’ – Maldives

20 Feb – 28 Feb: Pelagic Encounters (7 nights) £1895* – Last female share!

06 Mar – 16 Mar: Best of the Maldives (9 nights) £2228*

15 Mar – 23 Mar: Simply the Best (7 nights) £2089*

M/V Carpe Diem – Maldives

28 Feb – 08 Mar: Project Shark: Maldives with Nikki Weeden  (7 nights) £2180* – Last female share!

WORLDWIDE

S/Y Fiji Siren – Fiji Islands

04 Feb – 14 Feb: Lomaiviti & Taveuni Islands (10 nights)  £1895**

*Package price is subject to change due to fluctuations in flight prices. Final package price will be confirmed at

time of booking.

**Excludes flights

To book or for more info contact the blue o two team now on +(0)1752 480808, email info@blueotwo.com or visit their website www.blueotwo.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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