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Last minute holiday offers from the Scuba Travel team

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Time off work? Get your scuba gear ready and dip into these last minute diving holiday offers from our friends at UK Tour Operator Scuba Travel:

Hurricane Red Sea, St Johns Itinerary – 5th July – Last Space! Male share, save £150, only £1095 

Will you be the lucky man who takes the last space to dive the Southern Red Sea from this outstanding steel hulled liveaboard next week and see for yourself why she has been voted Liveaboard of the Year four times. Package includes return flights, transfers, full board accommodation, free nitrox and up to 3 guided dives per day.

Dive the remote St Johns region as well as Wadi Gamal, Fury Shoal and Elphinstone with the most experienced team, on board the stable, steel hulled Hurricane. St Johns is a unique underwater environment home to stunning coral and brilliant swim throughs on reef and wall dives for all experience levels. One of the few Southern Red Sea itineraries to include regular night dives.


Virgo, Maldives, Pelagic Magic Itinerary – 15th July – save £300, only £1950 

Step aboard the delightful Virgo in search of whalesharks for your next diving adventure. With only 18 divers on board this is a sociable boat with plenty of space for everyone. Package includes return flights, transfers, full board accommodation, free nitrox and up to 3 guided dives per day.

South Ari from August to October is all about the whalesharks and this itinerary has a special focus on the whalesharks of Ari atoll. Come face to face with these gorgeous beasts as you snorkel through the warm waters. Dive with Maldives’ other pelagic inhabitants – manta and sharks – at the season’s very best sites.

 

Orion, Maldives, Best of the Maldives Itinerary – 9th September – save £375 only £1795

Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on board the generously proportioned Orion, diving the seasonal hot spots that make the Maldvies such a haven for scuba divers. Package includes return flights, transfers, full board accommodation, free Nitrox and up to 3 guided dives per day

Look out for manta, sharks, eagle rays and so much more on this classic Maldives itinerary on board the popular Emperor Orion. As all diving takes place from the 19.8m tender dhoni that follows Orion, your liveaboard is pure living space with the option to chill out in the sunshine on the wide fly deck sun loungers and mattress beds.


Aiyanar Beach and Dive Resort – 8th July – save £400, only £2075 & FREE nitrox

Stylish relaxation in the heart of Anilao at the boutique Aiyanar Beach and Dive Resort with world class critter diving on your doorstep. Package includes return flights and transfers, 7 nights full board in a deluxe room and 12 boat dives.

Perched on the mountainside, the location of this intimate resort is the perfect combination of world class diving and picture perfect top side views.  Aiyanar is fast becoming a must dive destination in the Philippines, especially for underwater photographers. The sheer range of exceptional and rare macro life below the waves is outstanding. But there is more to see than just critters in Anilao, glorious coral reefs, sandy slopes and even caves await.

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To find out more about Scuba Travel and the dive holidays they offer, call 0800 0728221, email dive@scubatravel.com or visit www.scubatravel.com. You can find the latest summer specials at www.scubatravel.com/lastminute

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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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