News
Be quick to book these awesome holiday deals from Diverse Travel before 9 February!
Check out the latest diving holiday offers from our friends at UK-based Tour Operator Diverse Travel:
Indonesia | 7 nights | Emperor Raja Laut
This beautiful schooner sails within Komodo National Park, the Banda Sea and Raja Ampat with diversity like no other place on earth.
From just £2845 per person including return flights for 6 nights on board + 2 nights half board in airport hotel.
Valid for travel on certain dates in February and March 2018
Booking deadline: 09 February 2018
Red Sea day diving | Marsa Alam and El Gouna | Just £41 a day
Dive in with Emperor Divers for just £41 per day. Includes 2 dives a day, guide, tanks, weights, weight belt, transfers to/from hotel, port fees, surcharges.
ADD more value to your diving: add ‘All-In’ to 5 days’ boat diving for just £109 your lunch and drinks on board, 3 x 3rd dives, the daily Environmental Tax and 12 litre Nitrox are included.
Valid for diving: February – August 2018
Booking deadline: 09 February 2018
Red Sea | Marsa Alam 5* Resort + Diving
Perfect for learning to dive and for the more experienced diver. Explore the shallow wreck near shore, enjoy the house reef, snorkel with dolphins, dive with turtles or even an occasional dugong. Combine this with a stay at the 5* Sunrise Marina Resort and you have the recipe for a perfect diving holiday!
From just £775 per person including return flights, 7 nights’ All Inclusive at Sunrise Marina Resort, 5 days’ boat diving, up to 2 guided day dives a day, transfers.
Valid for travel on certain dates in February and March 2018
Booking deadline: 09 February 2018
Red Sea | Emperor Echo February Offer
The latest addition to the Emperor fleet. Great value for money and perfect for small groups of buddies with a ‘Book 5 and 1 dives for FREE’ offer all year round.
From just £885 per person including return flights, 7 nights in shared cabin, 6 days’ diving & more.
Valid for travel on certain dates in February 2018
Booking deadline: 9 February 2018
Red Sea | Emperor Elite April Offer
Dive the famous wrecks in the northern Red Sea, Fury Shoals and the remote St Johns, Big and Little Brothers, Daedalus Reef and Elphinstone.
From just £1135 per person including return flights, 7 nights in shared cabin, 6 days’ diving & more.
Valid for travel on certain dates in April 2018
Booking deadline: 09 February 2018
Maldives | Emperor Atoll February 2018 offer
Perfect for small groups of friends and families. Dive famous sites and experience the majestic mantas, night dive with sharks and, if you’re lucky, a whale shark or two! Personal service with just 12 divers.
From just £1770 per person including return flights, 7 nights in shared cabin, 6 days’ diving – total of 17 dives (incl. 1 night dive), free Nitrox and lots more.
Valid for travel on certain dates in February 2018
Booking deadline: 09 February 2018
Maldives | Emperor Serenity May 2018 Offer
A luxury contemporary liveaboard built to hotel standards. Spend your days diving these wonderful atolls and your evenings relaxing with a cocktail watching the sun go down.
From just £2090 per person based on sharing including return flights, 7 nights in shared cabin, 6 days’ diving – total of 17 dives (incl. 1 night dive), free Nitrox and more.
Valid for travel on certain dates in May 2018
Booking deadline: 09 February 2018
Maldives | Emperor Orion April 2018 Offer
Always a firm favourite with guests, she looks even more the part now with a ‘facelift’ both inside and out.
From just £1795 per person including return flights, 7 nights in shared cabin, 6 days’ diving – total of 17 dives (incl. 1 night dive), free Nitrox and more
Valid for travel on 21 April 2018
Booking deadline: 09 February 2018
Find out more at: www.diversetravel.co.uk/news
Call Diverse Travel on 01473 852002 or email info@diversetravel.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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