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Get into the Show Spirit with Regaldive
UK based diving holiday specialist Regaldive is getting into the show spirit early this year with the launch of some fantastic deals and discounts, valid from today. With limited availability across most resorts, low deposits and early bird flight savings on offer, it really does pay for divers to book early this year.
Save up to 30% on Red Sea Liveaboards
Divers can benefit from a huge 30% discount on Red Sea liveaboards journeying on the M/Y Elite, M/Y Superior and M/Y Asmaa on selected dates in 2014 and 2015*.
Regaldive’s Classic Cruise, departing on 20th March 2015 and journeying on the M/Y Superior, now costs from just £799 per person, including flights. Starting in Hurghada and sailing north, the liveaboard offers a perfect combination of reef and wreck diving. Divers can explore the famous horseshoe shaped reef of Shaab El Erg; discover the Giannis D, Thistlegorm, Carnatic, lentil wreck and tile wreck; visit ‘Shark Reef’ and undertake some night dives along the way. The price includes flights, transfers, full board accommodation, six days diving, guide, tanks, weights, Nitrox and Marine Park fees. For those who want to arrange their own flights, the package now costs from £429 per person, boat only.
To see the full range of Red Sea Liveaboard show offers, click here.
Save on Red Sea dive packs and courses
Regaldive customers, whether they are experienced divers or complete beginners, can benefit from savings on dive packs and dive courses with Emperor Divers and Orca Dive Clubs**:
- Regaldive is offering boat diving from just £19 per day with Emperor Divers in El Gouna, Sharm El Sheikh and Marsa Alam
- Get unlimited House Reef Diving from just £19 per day with Emperor Divers in Marsa Alam and Hamata
- Benefit from Buy One Get One Free on three, four, five and six day dive packs with Orca Dive Clubs El Gouna, Soma Bay, Safaga, Marsa Alam and Hamata
- Benefit from Buy One Get One Free on Open Water or Advanced dive courses with Orca Dive Clubs in El Gouna, Soma Bay, Safaga, Marsa Alam and Hamata
- Save 30% on Scuba Diver, Open Water or Advanced Adventurer dive courses with Emperor Divers in Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam and Hamata
Red Sea Dive Inclusive Packages from £145 per person
Regaldive is offering a range of great value Red Sea dive inclusive packages, costing from just £145 per person for selected dates in 2014***.
Seven nights’ at the Falcon Naama Star in Sharm El Sheikh cost from just £489 per person to include flights, transfers, seven nights’ hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis and three days boat diving. The package costs from £145 per person without flights.
Seven nights’ at the Resta Club Marina View in Marsa Alam cost from £499 per person to include flights, transfers, seven nights’ hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis and three days boat diving. The package costs from £155 per person without flights.
Seven nights’ at the Concorde Moreen Beach Resort in Marsa Alam cost from £679 per person to include flights, transfers, seven nights’ hotel accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and three days house reef diving. The package costs from £325 per person without flights.
Seven nights’ at the Zabargad Berenice Resort in Hamata cost from £699 per person to include flights, transfers, seven nights’ hotel accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and three days house reef diving. The package costs from £249 without flights.
Seven nights’ at the Wadi Lahami Azur Resort in Hamata cost from £789 per person to include flights, transfers, seven nights’ hotel accommodation on an all-inclusive basis and three days house reef diving. The package costs from £338 without flights.
Andreas Elia, Managing Director of Regaldive, commented “With such huge savings on offer, we’ve decided to launch our dive show discounts early this year so that divers have as much time as possible to take advantage of them.”
He continued, “Regaldive will be exhibiting at the Destinations Show in Earls Court this weekend, at the Outdoors Show in ExCel on 14th – 16th February, and at the London International Dive Show in ExCel on 15th – 16th February. These great offers aren’t just for people visiting the shows however. If you can’t make it, visit our website or give us a call on +44 (0)1353 659 999 for further information”.
For further information, or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call +(0)1353 659 999.
*Offers valid for new bookings between 1st February and 4th March, 2014.
**Emperor Divers offer valid for departures between 15th February and 26th December 2014. Book by 24th February 2014. Orca Dive Clubs offer valid for departures between 15th February and 26th October 2014. Book by 28th February 2014.
***Offers valid for new bookings between 1st and 24th February, 2014.
Regaldive will be on stand AA80 at Destinations (Earl’s Court) from 7th – 9th February, 2014.
Regaldive will be on stand AT242 at the Outdoors Show (ExCel) from 14th – 16th February, 2014.
Regaldive will be on stand 410 at the London International Dive Show (ExCel) from 15th – 16th February, 2014.
Wow! What a story, and what an incredible feat of not only survival for the cook but of the sheer bravery and determination of his rescuers.
It’s an easy read with absolutely no waffle or embellishment and is probably the quickest I have ever read a book from cover to cover. It’s not only a story that will touch the hearts of divers but is also a great read for anyone who has not been to or under the sea at all.
Dived Up Publications announces the release of The Diver and the Cook by Lasse Spang Olsen.
A ship lost. No survivors. A grim recovery mission begins, pushing a team of commercial divers well beyond their comfort zone.
Braving treacherous conditions, saturation diver Nico van Heerden single-handedly combs the cramped, debris-strewn, zero-visibility Jascon 4 shipwreck searching for any sign of the lost crew.
Then, in a scene akin to a horror movie, while exploring a small, isolated compartment, Nico feels a tap on his shoulder. Could someone have survived underwater for over sixty hours?
The Diver & the Cook is the incredible true story of a seemingly impossible underwater rescue. With first-hand accounts, authentic images and detailed reconstructions, author and documentary maker Lasse Spang Olsen brings this gripping tale to life. The book is the result of over four years of work, including intensive interviews, access to previously unknown material, and deep study of conversations and film recorded during the actual incident.
Witness the unwavering determination of the human spirit as Jascon 4 galley chef, Harrison Okene, fights for survival after his ship goes down. Meanwhile, rookie saturation diver Nico van Heerden faces a daunting challenge: spearheading the rescue mission in a perilous underwater environment. With time running out, what rules must the dive team break to save Harrison before it’s too late?
An unprecedented operation, this story provides a unique perspective on the dangers and challenges faced by divers, showing the importance of teamwork and communication in high-risk situations. An incredible survival story against all odds, with an equally surprising aftermath.
Quote from the author, documentary-maker Lasse Spang Olsen:
“There are a whole lot of different versions of this story out there. But I believe that by speaking directly to the key people involved, creating meticulous reconstructions and doing original research we have dug much deeper and got far closer to the truth about the rescue and the sinking than anyone has ever managed to before.”
About the author
Author and veteran filmmaker Lasse Spang Olsen – in a 40+ year career – has participated in stunts and FX on over 600 films, directed eleven features and filmed extensively underwater. He’s led expeditions uncovering historical mysteries like the Flying Enterprise wreck and documented adventures worldwide. He’s also a producer and lecturer. Originally published in Denmark as Dykkeren of Kokken (February 2024), this is his fourth book.
The Diver and the Cook (ISBN 978-1-909455-61-0) is released on 12 November 2024 in paperback and ebook. It is available via online retailers, bookstores, from DivedUp.com and to the dive trade via Nautilus UK.
Welcome to Day 5 of Scubaverse.com’s week-long Christmas Gift Guide!
Struggling to find the perfect gift for that special scuba diver in your life? Read on for Team Scubaverse’s pick of this season’s must-have Christmas gifts.
Every day this week, we are publishing a special Christmas Gift Guide full of different gift ideas that are all ideal for divers, so you’re sure to find something that’s perfect. Take a look at today’s selection below…
SlipIns DiveSkins
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DiveSkins are perfect for scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, paddling, surfing, and all water sports. It shows up beautifully in pictures under water.
This tight-fitting, tailored lycra suit offers maximum comfort. stretchy, breathable, fast-drying fabric with the world’s best sun and stinger protection.
SlipIns are:
*Ultimate 50+ UPF sun protection
*Abrasion protection.
*Quick dry, breathable, soft fabric
*The ultimate stinging critter protection
Save 10% on your order if you mention you saw this ad in Scubaverse in your order note!
SAVE YOUR SKIN…WEAR OUR SKINS
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Diving Books from Miflex Hoses
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We stock a great range of Diving & Underground book titles, ideal to add to any order or simply buy as a gift for a friend.
Titles we have include:
Shipwrecks of the Dover Straits, Adventures Underground, Pioneers Beneath the Peak, Dive Truk Lagoon, Underwater Potholer, Images Below & many more.
From Authors including:
Stefan Panis, Martyn Farr, Duncan Price, Ron Young, Rod Macdonald, Chris Howes
Visit our website for more details.
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OrcaTorch D710 Dive Light – now available in pink!
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Already available in Black, Green, Red and Blue, the D710 Dive Light from Orcatorch is now available in Pink too.
Whether you’re a recreational or a professional diver, you’ll find the OrcaTorch D710 dive light useful in your underwater activities.
With max 3,000 lumens, the D710 is one of the strongest torches in its class. You also have plenty of brightness settings to choose from if you prefer less power.
It runs on one OrcaTorch 21700 5000mAh rechargeable battery with a Type-C charging port, easier for you to charge it anywhere. Now it offers five exterior colour options: Black, Green, Red, Blue, and Pink, to satisfy your diverse needs.
Featuring:
* Uses Luminous LED, max 3000 lumens
* Uses 1 * 21700 Li-ion battery
* 6° beam angle
* Offers four exterior colour options: Black, Red, Green and Blue
* Easy operation with side titanium alloy push-button switch
* Safe lock function, prevents mis-operation
* Intelligent Over-Heat protection
* Battery indicator
* Water pressure resistant construction, depth rated to 150 meters
* Reverse polarity protection, to protect from improper battery installation
* Over-discharge protection function
* Constructed from high-strength A6061-T6 aluminum
* Mil-Spec Type III hard anodized finish for durability and corrosion resistance
* Two sides coated toughened glass with high water pressure resistance under deep water
Sea & Sea is the home of OrcaTorch and other leading diving brands in the UK.
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Scubapro Luna 2 AI Dive Computer
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SCUBAPRO, the world’s premier manufacturer of high-quality scuba diving equipment, introduces its second generation Luna 2.0, an easy-to-read, intuitive dive computer loaded with easy-to-use features and available in two versions, the Luna 2.0 and Luna 2.0 AI with wireless air integration.
Designed for new and casual recreational divers, the low-profile Luna 2.0 sits comfortably on the wrist. Its oil-filled plastic housing helps ensure reliable performance to depths of 120 meters. A large widescreen display features a high-contrast black and white matrix-segment LCD with full-sized characters for easy reading in all dive conditions. An intuitive menu and simple two-button interface lets the diver navigate the system with ease, aided by clearly marked screen prompts. The LUNA 2.0 offers two algorithms – Predictive Multi-Gas Bühlmann ZH-L16 ADT MB PMG or ZH-L16 + GF PURE, plus 21-50% nitrox compatibility and three selectable gasses for open circuit diving. Three dive modes are available – Scuba, Apnea and Gauge – to suit a range of diving activities.
The Luna 2.0 AI (air integrated) offers the same easy-to-use features and functions as the standard Luna 2.0 plus adds wireless air integration. This not only enables to easily monitor ythe tank pressure, it also provides true remaining bottom time (RBT) and allows the air consumption to be factored into the decompression calculation. Also available with the Luna 2.0 AI is an optional integrated heart rate monitor that lets visually track the heart rate and skin temperature to help staying in the personal target zone.
Both Luna 2.0 models include personalized dive management functions like PDIS (Profile Dependent Intermediate Stops) which calculates an intermediate stop based on N2 loading, current and previous dives and breathing mixes, and Microbubble levels that give the option to adjust the level of conservatism in the algorithm to match the individual experience level, age and physical conditioning for a more enjoyable dive.
The soft silicone arm strap offers a comfortable fit on the wrist, plus bungee mounts on the corners of the housing allow for alternate attachment methods. A Bluetooth Low Energy interface enables the download of the dive data to any iOS or Android device or PC/Mac (firmware can be user-updated), and the CR2450 battery is rated for up to two years or 300 dives.
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35% off Red Sea Liveaboard Scuba Scene in Spring 2025
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Embark on the ultimate diving adventure aboard the Scuba Scene, the luxury liveaboard offering an unforgettable Red Sea experience. Known for its exceptional service, safety, comfort, and world-class dive sites, Scuba Scene is the ideal choice for divers of all levels.
Dive into crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant coral reefs, exotic marine life, and awe-inspiring shipwrecks. From the stunning Ras Mohammed National Park to the famous Thistlegorm wreck, Scuba Scene brings you to the heart of the Red Sea’s best sites. With spacious cabins, gourmet dining, and a dedicated crew that ensures every detail is perfect, this liveaboard guarantees relaxation and adventure in equal measure.
Now is the perfect time to book! Save a massive 35% on any sailing between 3rd March and 28th April 2025. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or taking your first plunge, Scuba Scene promises an experience you’ll cherish forever.
Don’t miss this chance to dive the Red Sea in style and at an incredible price. Book your adventure today!
Tel: 0800 699 0243
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