News
Dive Worldwide Announces Amazing Special Offers For Travel This Summer
UK-based tour operator Dive Worldwide has announced some amazing special offers for travel this Summer.
LIVEABOARD HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Celebrate the launch of the new Raja Ampat Aggressor in Indonesia and save a staggering 50%
The Raja Ampat Aggressor begins operating in eastern Indonesia in August 2015. The boat cruises the world-class diving region of Raja Ampat, combining the best dive sites of Dampier Strait, Fam, Mansuar and the awesome dive sites of Misool. Highlights include the manta cleaning station near Mansuar and the huge schools of fish near Farondi.
Price: from £2,825 per person based on two sharing (saving £950 per couple), including Emirates flights from London Gatwick, 7 nights’ full board cabin accommodation, daily diving and transfers. Valid on the following dates: 11 to 18 September (7 nights), 19 to 29 September (10 nights), 30 September to 10 October (10 nights). 50% saving on boat only when two people travel together. Book by 14 August 2015.
- Komodo liveaboard deals on Mermaid and Komodo Dancer – save 10%. Book by 14 August.
- Free & Easy Summer Pass in Maldives and Turks & Caicos – with benefits including discounted boat price, free domestic flights, a free hotel night and free nitrox. Book by 31 August.
RESORT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Savings on the Combi Packages at Magic Resorts in the Philippines – save over £300 per couple.
Celebrate the opening of the Magic Oceans Resort in Anda with this special offer combining a stay with Magic Island Resort in Moalboal, saving over £300 per couple. Visit both Magic resorts with PADI affiliated dive centres, well located for memorable diving experiences including twilight dives spotting mandarin fish and exploring walls, small caves, caverns and reefs teeming with marine life.
Price: from £2,035 per person based on two sharing including flights from the UK, 13 nights’ half board accommodation (6 nights at Magic Island, 7 nights at Magic Oceans), 15 dives, and all transfers. Valid for stays until 31 August 2016. Book by 31 August 2015.
- Save up to 15% at the luxurious, all-inclusive Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada. Book by 14 August 2015.
- Oman: Stay 7, pay 6 nights at Sifawy – great for family summer holidays. Book by 31 August.
Find details of all the offers here: www.diveworldwide.com/offers
For further information visit diveworldwide.com or call +44 (0)1962 302 087.
News
Spooktacular Underwater Adventure: Oyster Diving’s First Halloween Scuba Party at Mercers Lake
Last Thursday, Oyster Diving transformed Mercers Lake into a hauntingly unforgettable underwater realm for their inaugural Halloween Scuba Party. Approximately 20 intrepid divers plunged into the darkness, weaving through a mesmerising scene of spectral decorations, glow sticks, and eerie underwater pumpkins.
After the thrilling night dive, participants gathered to feast on a ghoulish spread of pumpkin soup, chilli con carne, and decadent fudge brownies, perfect fuel for the frightful festivities.
With a resounding success, Oyster Diving is excited to announce plans for this event to become an annual tradition. Next year, look forward to a fully licensed bar and live music, promising an even spookier celebration under the moonlit waters.
Join us next Halloween for an experience that promises to be a haunting delight!
Find out more about Oyster Diving at oysterdiving.com.
Marine Life & Conservation
Shark Trust launches Oceanic 31 Shark Art Auction
After a two-year tour of UK art galleries, community spaces and aquariums, the Shark Trust’s acclaimed Oceanic31 exhibition takes its final bow at the Royal Geographical Society later this month. And the unique collection of artwork, depicting 31 species of oceanic sharks and rays, donated by 31 artists, is now open for bids from art lovers and shark enthusiasts. The online auction, launched today, will close on the 7th December at 8pm (BST). The money raised will support the Shark Trust Oceanics Programme.
People can now bid on 27 of the artworks by visiting this website:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
It is a chance to own a beautiful piece of original art and to support the Shark Trust. The timing of the auction also means that these would make a very special Christmas gift for any shark-lover.
The diversity of pieces mirrors that of the sharks and rays they represent. You can bid on paintings, digital creations, sculptures, mixed media and more. You can pick your favourite artist or species of shark. Or you can select the perfect artwork to make a statement in your home or office. Whichever you choose, you will be supporting the work to protect these amazing animals.
One of the pieces of art has been selected to be auctioned live by Steve Backshall at the For the Love of Sharks event at the Royal Geographical Society in London on the 29th November. In addition to this, two further pieces will be raffled at this event, giving people a chance to win an incredible piece of shark art. For the Love of Sharks is the Shark Trust’s flagship evening. A night to celebrate sharks. Steve Backshall is the headline speaker at this event that will see other prominent shark advocates join him on stage.
Tickets for the event can be snapped up here:
https://thesharktrust.org.uk/Event/flos24
Those that would like to see the Oceanic 31 exhibition have one final chance. It is being displayed at the Pavilion at the Royal Geographic Society from 26th November until the 7th December. Entry is free.
Find out more here:
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/oceanic-31
Paul Cox, Shark Trust CEO, Said “This exhibition has given us the opportunity to reach out to a new audience. And inspire more people with the wonderful sharks and rays on which our Big Shark Pledge campaign is based. We are immensely grateful to the 31 artists who have worked so hard to create these works.”
Bid for your favourite Oceanic 31 artwork here:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
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