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Save on holidays with Dive Worldwide’s January Sale
Book a holiday with UK-based Tour Operator Dive Worldwide before 17 January 2019 and take advantage of a 10% saving on accommodation and diving and snorkelling packages to some of the finest dive destinations on the planet. Destinations featured in the January Sale include Indonesia, the Philippines, the Maldives, Tobago, and Oman.
Indonesia: BIG in Bali
Dive the vibrant reefs of Nusa Lembongan, Ceningan and Penida, enjoying manta ray encounters year-round, but other big marine life sightings too, including mola mola. Spending a week at the secluded small island of Nusa Lembongan, with its relaxed pace and charms, guests spend five days exploring local dive sites including Manta Point and Blue Corner spotting mantas as well as turtles, ribbon eels, puffer fish, scorpion fish, trigger fish, sweet lips and an abundance of reef fish.
Special Offer Price: from £1,295pp sharing (saving £50pp), including 8 nights’ B&B accommodation, transfers, 5 days/10 dive pack, tanks and weights and return flights from the UK.
The Philippines: Big Fish Tour
Covering three locations across the Philippines, this is a dive trip with a focus on big marine encounters. Beginning at the Tepanee resort on Malapascua, guests have three days of diving looking for thresher sharks at dawn and mandarin fish at dusk. Then, after transferring to Ticao Island, there are four days to explore with the chance of manta ray encounters at Manta Bowl. Plus, there are two snorkelling excursions from Donsol floating alongside the huge (and harmless!) whale sharks that congregate there between December and May. In between dives, enjoy the leisurely pace and privacy extended to you at each resort.
Special Offer Price: from £2,075pp sharing (saving £100pp), including 11 nights’ accommodation, some meals, 2 whale shark snorkelling trips, 7 days’ diving, tanks and weights, transfers and return flights from the UK.
The Maldives: Best of Maldives Liveaboard
This classic Maldivian live-aboard itinerary departs from Malé, offering some of the finest dive sites in the central atolls and the chance of a whale shark encounter. This trip concentrates on exploring the north and south Malé atolls and Ari atoll. Trips do not follow a set itinerary, but rely on the expertise of the crew to show case the best dive sites for the time of year. Highlights include manta cleaning stations, whale shark encounters and mesmerising drift dives.
Special Offer Price: from £1,865pp sharing (saving £110pp) including 7 nights’ full-board liveaboard accommodation, 17 dives, tanks and weights, transfers and return flights from the UK.
Tobago: Visit Tobago (South)
At only 8 miles wide and 26 miles long, Tobago is a small enough island to explore in a week and offers a true tropical island escape. Staying at the friendly Shepherd’s Inn, the popular dive sites are just a short boat ride away including Flying Reef and Mt Irvine Wall with its marine critters. Tobago is also renowned for turtle nesting and leatherback, hawksbill and green turtles return annually to the western shores to lay their eggs in the first six months of the year.
Special Offer Price: from £1,235pp sharing (saving £60pp) including 7 nights’ B&B accommodation, 10 dives, tanks and weights, transfers and return flights from the UK.
Oman: Visit Oman
Dive the warm waters of Oman and discover the dive sites and wrecks around Ras Abu Daoud and Fahal Island, spending a week at Jebel Sifah just south of Muscat – a perfect location for sunshine, adventures and diving days away from the crowds. Here diving is suitable for everyone – sites range from shallow reefs to steep walls, with marine encounters including barracuda, reef sharks, turtles and eagle rays. Guests can also dive the Al Munassir wreck, a popular site.
Special Offer Price: from £1,330pp sharing (saving £65pp) including 7 nights’ half board accommodation, 10 dives, tanks and weights, transfers and return flights from the UK.
Prices and savings listed are per person and based on two people sharing. To claim your discount quote DWJAN19 at the time of your enquiry.
Full terms and conditions can be found here: http://www.diveworldwide.com/offers/exclusive-winter-sale
For further information visit Dive Worldwide – www.diveworldwide.com or call 01962 302087.
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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