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Holiday savings from Sportif Dive
UK-based Tour Operator, Sportif Dive have up to £600 off per person to selected diving holiday destinations. Locations include the Canary Islands, Red Sea, Caribbean, Far East, Maldives, Liveaboards and more… See their pick for worldwide diving locations for last minute and early booking deals.
Lanzarote – Canary Islands – 1 week from £599pp INC FLIGHTS!
Scuba diving holidays to Lanzarote in the Canary Islands offer a diving holiday filled with interesting dive sites, making each dive an exciting experience for all levels of diver. This is an ideal location for budget conscious divers wanting shore and boat diving, or taking a learn to dive, advanced or underwater photography course.
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Marsa Alam – Red Sea – 1 week from £699pp ALL INCLUSIVE INC FLIGHTS!
4* Three Corners Equinox is an excellent standard, all-inclusive hotel with dive centre onsite. Enjoy diving the local reef, coral garden dive, wreck and the famous Abu Dabab and Elphinstone sites with the chance to spot dugongs! Great value last minute and early booking prices for 2019.
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Oman – Middle East – 1 week from £849pp SAVE £200 INC FLIGHTS!
4* Sifawy Boutique Hotel with dive centre on site offers access to pristine reefs and beautiful beaches staying in a luxury, boutique hotel. With year round, warm weather, divers of all levels and their non-diving travelling companions can enjoy the culture and explore the beautiful coastline.
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Philippines – Far East – 1 week from £899pp SAVE £150 INC FLIGHTS!
Superb value for 7 nights including flights and transfers. Puerto Galera on the Island of Mindoro in the Philippines offers diverse coral reef diving, easy shallow dives for beginners, drift dives, remote reefs, numerous islands, WWII wrecks and amazing macro life!
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Maldives – Indian Ocean – 1 week from £1,399pp SAVE £200 ALL INCLUSIVE!
Situated in South Male Atoll in the Maldives, Adaaran Club Rannalhi is a relaxed, traditional all inclusive island resort offering day boat dives and PADI courses with an excellent house reef. 1 week starts at £1,399pp All Inclusive including flights and transfers with options to twin centre with liveaboard at the start or end of your stay.
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Check out the Sportif Dive Holidays website for the latest news, pictures, videos and special offers.
To find out more about Sportif Dive and the dive holidays they offer call 00 44 (0)1273 844919, email dive@sportif.travel or visit www.sportifdive.co.uk.
Gear News
Introducing the TR-80, IR-50 and CS-30 Regulators from DYNAMICNORD
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Workhorse – our CS-30
For diving centres and diving beginners – the workhorse stands for strong construction, reliability and robustness. Perfect for your training.
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.
Octopus OP-30
The OP-30 is the ideal addition to all DYNAMICNORD regulators. It is identical in construction to the CS-30.
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.
Marine Life & Conservation
Paul Watson Released as Denmark Blocks Japan’s Extradition Bid
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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