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Save £££s at Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada with Dive Worldwide
Book a dive break in Grenada staying at the Spice Island beach Resort and combine two special offers saving up to £450 per person
Take advantage of two Dive Worldwide deals this summer – stay seven nights and pay for six, plus save 10% off accommodation – to maximise the savings on a diving adventure in Grenada when staying at the luxury all-inclusive Spice Island Beach Resort. But hurry as bookings must be made before 30 June 2016.
Located on Grand Anse beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, the Spice Island Resort is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Accommodation options here range from the superb to the spectacular. The 64 beachfront suites feature exterior terraces and private lawn gardens – 17 of which also boast their own private swimming pool. Facilities include a fitness centre, a boutique, complimentary non-motorised water sports, tennis and bicycles. Guests can also enjoy complimentary green fees at the 9-hole Grenada Golf Club, plus, perfect for families, is the Nutmeg Pod, a supervised play area available for children aged 3-12 years old.
This diver-dedicated resort is also suitable for non-divers. The resident operators are Aquanauts Grenada, who offer daily boat dives and courses for all, from Bubblemaker (from eight years) to speciality courses such as Deep Diver and SDI Solo Diver – great for photographers. Aquanauts Tech Diving offer TDI training. Nitrox (30% – free of charge), Trimix and Rebreathers are available.
Local dive sites include a wide variety for all experience levels and for every taste – be it shallow coral gardens, unspoiled reefs or interesting wrecks. Diving highlights within the marine park include Dragon Bay, Happy Hill and the Sculpture Park, all with plenty of marine life to observe – expect to see moray eels, lobster, eagle rays and turtles. Grenada is renowned for its large portfolio of wrecks, the most famous being the Bianca C dubbed the Titanic of the Caribbean. Another highlight is San Juan and King Mitch, both of which attract plenty of pelagic species including nurse sharks. Experienced divers might like to opt for a day trip to Isle de Rhonde (weather permitting), famous for its steep walls covered in fans and colourful sponges.
Terms & Conditions
Offer 1
- Stay 7, pay for 6 nights at Spice Island Beach Resort:
- Valid for travel from now until 30 September 2016
- Can be combined with other valid offers
- Book by 30 June 2016
Offer 2
- Summer Offer 2016 – save 10% at Spice Island Beach Resort.
- Valid for travel from now until 15 December 2016.
- Applies to new bookings only
- Can be combined with other valid offers
- Discount applies to all occupancies
- Book by 30 June
Special Offer Price: from £3,050pp (SAVING £450pp) based on 2 sharing, including 7 nights all-inclusive accommodation at Spice Island Beach Resort in a Oleander Superior/Garden Suite, 5 days diving (10 boat dives), tanks and weights, and international flights from the UK with Dive Worldwide.
For more information, visit www.diveworldwide.com or call +44 (0)1962 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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