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Get away to the Red Sea this Friday on a liveaboard holiday with blue o two

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Project Shark: Maldives

UK based dive tour operator blue o two have sent over their latest special offers, which consist of liveaboard holidays to the Red Sea (including this coming Friday 5th – 12th September 2014 on M/Y Grand Sea Serpent and M/Y blue Fin), to the Maldives from only £1795 (including flights)and 10 nights to the action-packed Galapagos Islands for only £4995 including flights.

Here are the details:

RED SEA

M/Y blue Fin – Red Sea                                                               

05 Sep – 12 Sep: Simply the Best ONLY £795

12 Sep – 19 Sep: Deep South £1275 – Last male share space

26 Sep – 03 Oct: Strait of Tiran & North £995

10 Oct – 17 Oct: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £1199

24 Oct – 31 Oct: Daedalus & St Johns £1345 – FREE £100 onboard credit voucher for all new bookings

M/Y blue Horizon – Red Sea

12 Sep – 19 Sep: Best of Wrecks £995

19 Sep – 26 Sep: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £1195

26 Sep – 03 Oct: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £999

10 Oct – 17 Oct: Strait of Tiran & North £995

24 Oct – 31 Oct: Project Shark: Simply the Best £1345 – FREE £100 onboard credit voucher for all new bookings

M/Y blue Melody – Red Sea                                                                      

12 Sep – 19 Sep: Best of Wrecks £995

26 Sep – 03 Oct: Best of Wrecks £1175

17 Oct – 24 Oct: North & Brothers £1095

31 Oct – 07 Nov: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £1199

M/Y blue Voyager – Red Sea

03 Oct – 10 Oct: In Focus: Red Sea South £1249

10 Oct – 17 Oct: Project Shark: Simply the Best £1249 – Last female share space

24 Oct – 31 Oct: Deep South £1345 – FREE £100 onboard credit voucher for all new bookings

NEW:  M/Y Red Sea Adventurer – Red Sea (Monday sailings May – Oct)

29 Sep – 06 Oct: Brothers & Elphinstone £999* – Last male share space

13 Oct – 20 Oct: Brothers & Elphinstone £999*

20 Oct – 27 Oct: North & Brothers £1199*

M/Y Grand Sea Serpent – Red Sea

05 Sep – 12 Sep: Northern Wrecks & Reefs ONLY £695

MALDIVES

M/Y blue ‘Honors Legacy’

06 Sep – 14 Sep: Majestic Mantas (In Focus) (7 nights) ONLY £1799*

13 Sep – 21 Sep: Magical Maldives (7 nights) £2195* – Last female share space

20 Sep – 28 Sep: Simply the Best (7 nights) £1995*

27 Sep – 05 Oct: Majestic Mantas (7 nights) ONLY £1795*

FIJI

S/Y Fiji Siren

08 Sep – 15 Sep: Beyond the Bligh (7 nights) WAS £2249** NOW £1912**

13 Sep – 26 Sep: Beyond the Bligh (10 nights) ONLY £3999* – Full package deal

GALAPAGOS

M/V Galapagos Master

24 May – 05 Jun: Project Shark: Galapagos (10 nights) WAS £5750* NOW £4995* (Save £755)

PHILIPPINES

S/Y Philippine Siren

25 Nov – 05 Dec: Coron to Batangas (10 nights) WAS £2599** NOW £2079**

06 Dec – 16 Dec: Batangas to Batangas (10 nights) WAS £2599** NOW £2079**

06 Oct – 16 Oct: Southern Visayas: Cebu- Cebu (10 nights) £2599**

*Package price is subject to change due to fluctuations in flight prices. Final package price will be confirmed at time of booking. **Excludes flights (boat only price).

For more information or to book, contact the blue o two team now on +44 (0)1752 480808, email info@blueotwo.com or visit 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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