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Head to Survival Dive Stop for inclusive dive + accommodation packages in Cyprus

Published

7 years ago

April 19, 2018

A dive centre in Cyprus run by a British expat is offering luxury, inclusive dive packages from just €395 per person for seven nights accommodation and six dives.

Survival Dive Stop is located in the popular tourist resort of Penera, which is situated on the south eastern coastline of the beautiful island of Cyprus. The diving operation is managed by Will Stratford, who returned to Cyprus in 2017 after owning a dive centre in North Wales. Will had previously been a renowned instructor in Cyprus for many years.

Cyprus is the perfect place to visit for a relaxing scuba holiday. The island has an average of 330 days of sunshine a year with winter air temperatures around 17 to 20 degrees. Air temperatures in the summer range from 30 to 45 degrees in the hotter months of July and August. Water temperatures range from 16 degrees in the winter to 28 degrees in the summer.

Every year, more and more divers discover the crystal clear waters of Cyprus. Probably the best known dive site is the world famous shipwreck of the Zenobia, a roll on roll off transporter ferry, which sunk just off the coast of Larnaca on her maiden voyage in 1980. Diving on the Zenobia is a must for divers visiting Cyprus. Survival Dive Stop can tailor make wreck trips to the Zenobia for all levels of divers, from someone doing their first wreck dives to more experienced technical and wreck divers. The Zenobia offers something for all divers.

In addition to the Zenobia, there are many other exceptional dives available along the picturesque coastline of the island including some great artificial wrecks and reefs. Cyprus also offers exciting dives such as the tunnels and caves situated in the National Park of Cape Greco. Divers travel from all over the island to dive here.

Survival Dive Stop is situated just 10 minutes drive from many of the best local dive sites. The dive centre offers divers all inclusive accommodation and dive packages, with accommodation in a luxury onsite villa with a large private pool. The villa is located out of the back of the dive centre so you can quite literally get up and go diving! The accommodation is also great for families.

The villa is located in the heart of the lively resort with bars and restaurants offering excellent food and drinks at great prices. Inclusive dive packages start at just €395 per person including a week’s self catering accommodation and six guided local shore dives, including full equipment if required (price is based on a minimum of four divers).

Survival Dive Stop can tailor make your dive package to suit your individual needs and requirements. They also offer special deals to dive schools and clubs.

For more information, please email divestop@survivalbuddies.com or call Will on 00357 96039632.

You can find Survival Dive Stop on Facebook or visit www.survivalbuddies.com.

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Shark Trust launches Oceanic 31 Shark Art Auction

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1 day ago

November 1, 2024

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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 7^th 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.

: Bigeye Thresher Shark by Janina Rossiter

: Carcharodon carcharias by Jimmy Higgs

: Croc VR 2030 by Tom Mead

: Oceanic Whitetip by ATM

: Silky Street by ScapaJoe

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 29^th 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 26^th November until the 7^th 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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Introducing the RS Series Drysuit from DYNAMICNORD

Published

3 days ago

October 30, 2024

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Cozy and warm in cold water.

It’s drysuit season all year round. With the new RS series premium drysuits from DYNAMICNORD, divers are perfectly equipped for all cold waters.

The sophisticated cut of the RS drysuits allows complete freedom of movement, providing maximum comfort. The high-quality 350 g/m² ripstop material with double ripstop zones on the elbows, knees, and crotch protect ensures extreme robustness as well as long life.

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The suit’s features leave nothing to be desired: A high-quality TiZip zipper, easily adjustable inlet and outlet valves, upgradeable with electrically heated underwear, HP bottleneck cuffs made of high-strength latex on the wrists, a 3mm neoprene neck cuff for maximum comfort, a 7mm hood with air outlet and 3mm boots made of double-sided, cross-layered neoprene with ankle straps and fin strap stoppers and a protective but very flexible sole.

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Noteworthy is the Molle fastening system, which can be used in a variable and compatible manner. This way, the two detachable leg pockets can be attached easily, safely and comfortably.

Alterations of boots to a different shoe size or adjustments to neck or wrist cuffs are done free of charge at the own DYNAMICNORD service centre in Germany in only a couple of days.

The matching Dynaskins made with high-quality Polartec® technology are available in various designs. As an undersuit under the drysuit, as a single suit in warm waters or as a two-piece suit. Polartec® technology’s main features are neutral buoyancy, breathablilty and quick-drying.

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