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UK-based Scuba Travel have got some great offers this week to get you underwater. Take your pick!

Diving to make you smile – Hurricane – £895 – 24 & 31 May – Red Sea

Last weeks divers on Hurricane in the picture above could not help but smile every day! Was it the great food, comfortable accommodation, stable liveaboard, superb dive guides. Or was it the endless hammerheads and mantas they were all spotting?

Hurricane’s season in the South has started with a bang and every week so far has been filled with the best the Red Sea can offer.  Join Hurricane as she visits the hottest dive spots this summer and enjoy encounter after encounter.
There are still some great last minute holidays left to snap up in May. Take advantage of the next bank holiday and book your last minute holiday.

24th May – only £895 for some adrenaline pumping diving at Daedalus, Rocky and St Johns. Includes return flights direct to Marsa Alam, 7 nights full board and FOC Nitrox.

31st May – only £895 – spend a week diving the remote and stunning St Johns. Includes return flights direct to Marsa Alam, 7 nights full board and FOC Nitrox.

Contact the Scuba Travel team now on 0800 0728221 or email dive@scubatravel.com to book these last minute spaces!


Spoil yourself aboard Scubaspa – Maldives – 16 June – only £2275

Scubaspa takes Maldives liveaboards to a whole new level. A floating resort in the Maldives that welcomes divers and spa lovers alike for the ultimate in affordable luxury cruising and diving. She’s a classy lady with undeniable wow factor.

Whether you are there for the diving, spa and yoga or just to get away from it all, this is an unforgettable holiday of a lifetime on board a genuinely luxurious vessel. Discover the divine world underwater or enjoy daily treatments in the sumptuous spa – this is your holiday to enjoy your way! There’s no doubting that the Scubaspa experience will remain with you long after your journey home.

Package includes return flights, 7 nights full board, average of 3 dives per day and free Nitrox.

To find out more about this stunning Maldives liveaboard click here 


Jump on board luxurious Serenity in May for a fantastic £1875 – 28 May – Maldives

Join Serenity for the Best of the Maldives Itinerary. Focusing on the hottest sites around Male and Ari Atolls, there are pelagics a plenty, with manta, sharks and even whalesharks.

This exceptional boat does not disappoint; here are some of our latest reviews –

Just wanted to thank you for a great holiday on Serenity, we had an awesome time. The boat, crew and guides were all top class and the diving was awesome. They made me wait but I got the mantas I wanted to see. The other fish life was also really good and we saw a lot of stuff for the first time. Also a lot of hard and soft coral which was an added bonus. Dave J – April 17

Serenity dive trip for a week; a fantastic time, highly skilled and great instructors and beautiful dive sites to see… food on the yacht was so good… time to relax too… highly recommend this trip. Pippa C – March 17

Package includes return flights, 7 nights full board (including a complimentary glass of wine with dinner), an average of 17 fully guided dives and FOC Nitrox.

For more information on this trip click here


This week’s hottest offer: Dewi Indonesia – save £800, from £5595

Everyone is a VIP on board Dewi! She brings true 5 star liveaboard holidays to Indonesia’s most pristine and remote dive sites.

The unique ecology of the area, formed by volcanic activity, has shaped a diver’s paradise underwater with muck dives, walls and more marine life than you could ever see in a single liveaboard holiday. Sail off into the sunset as your Komodo liveaboard wends its ways between the hundreds of islands that dot the horizon. Dive after dive reveals the immense bio diversity from vast pelagics to microscopic macro and vibrant reefs that are so characteristic of this corner of Indonesia. Dive into the bluest sea and discover over 260 coral species, 70 different sponges and no less that 1000 species of fish… What more could any diver that is serious about seeing unsurpassed reef diving want?

Package includes flights, transfers, full board accommodation, full diving with 4 dive guides aboard, tanks and weights.

Click here to see Scuba Travel’s Dewi offers and save £800

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.

Gear News

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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