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Latest liveaboard diving offers from blue o two

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Project Shark: Maldives

UK based tour operator blue o two have released their latest special offers including liveaboard holidays to the Red Sea now from only £695 including flights, 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

22 Aug – 29 Aug: Daedalus & St Johns £995

29 Aug – 05 Sep: Daedalus & St Johns £695

05 Sep – 12 Sep: Simply the Best £1075

26 Sep – 03 Oct: Strait of Tiran & North £895

M/Y blue Horizon – Red Sea

29 Aug – 05 Sep: North & Ras Mohammed £695

12 Sep – 19 Sep: Best of Wrecks £1199

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

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

M/Y blue Melody – Red Sea

05 Sep – 12 Sep: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £850

12 Sep – 19 Sep: Best of Wrecks £1199

19 Sep – 26 Sep: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £1199

26 Sep – 03 Oct: Best of Wrecks £1175

M/Y blue Voyager – Red Sea

22 Aug – 29 Aug: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £995

29 Aug – 05 Sep: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £849

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

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

25 Aug – 01 Sep: Northern Wrecks & Reefs £1075*

01 Sep – 08 Sep: Deep South £975*

29 Sep – 06 Oct: Brothers & Elphinstone £999*

MALDIVES

M/Y blue ‘Honors Legacy’

27 Aug – 07 Sep: Best of the Northern Atolls (10 nights) WAS £2265* NOW £1795* – SAVE £470

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

27 Sep – 05 Oct: Majestic Mantas (7 nights) £1895*

FIJI

S/Y Fiji Siren

28 Aug – 07 Sep: Beyond the Bligh (10 nights) WAS £3099** NOW £2634**

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 2015: 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.

Gear News

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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