News
Scuba Travel Increase Loyalty Member Discount and Other Great Deals
In addition to releasing some great dive holiday deals, UK-based dive tour operator Scuba Travel have announced an increase to their Loyalty Member discount.
Here are the details:
Scuba Travel Loyalty Member Discount Increase April 2016
Over 60% of our customers trust Scuba Travel to book their next diving holiday… time after time. And we believe you deserve a huge thanks for your ongoing support over the years, which is what our loyalty discount is all about!
If you have booked directly with Scuba Travel, on your 3rd full price holiday you will automatically be eligible for a loyalty discount. That’s all you have to do. No forms, no numbers to remember, no fuss, just a good honest price reduction. Scuba Travel are always happy to offer discounts as described below but these are not cumulative and the company does not offer further discounts on special offer prices.
- 15% off all Egyptian liveaboards
- 10% off all Maldives Liveaboards
Scuba Travel’s April discount is available for all new bookings made up until the 30th April 2016 on holidays booked to travel before the end of September 2016. Unfortunately extra discounts are not available for escorted holidays. If the holiday is already discounted only the largest discount will apply.
For more information on Scuba Travel’s Loyalty Member Discounts, click here.
Maldives Liveaboard Offers in May from £1395
The relaxed atmosphere of the Maldives means you can give in to the temptations of great diving and good living. Here the emphasis is on enjoying a fast drift dive or watching great manta as they come in to be cleaned. Whale Sharks also frequent the area and grey reef shark sightings are common whatever the season. Fish school in breathtaking numbers on the edge of the drop off. Liveaboard or Resort, Maldivian diving will not disappoint.
7 nights full board All diving is from a dhoni tender. All marine park fees, 12lt tank and weights are included in your package. All trips are fully guided with 2 expert guides. Flights are with Sri Lankan.
Find out more about this trip here.
25th May / Hurricane / Red Sea / £845
Save £330. Night diving is prohibited on the Brothers and Daedalus so expect around 18 fully guided dives in total. All fees, 12 L tank & weights and free Nitrox are included in your package .
Simply the Best Itinerary is exactly that – simply the best scuba diving of the Egyptian Southern Red Sea. The itinerary focuses on the reef systems of the Brothers and Daedalus, which together make up the Northern Marine Park and the steep wall dives of Elphinstone. The Egyptian Marine Parks are protected areas and places of magnificent beauty underwater. The lighthouses have warned passing ships throughout the years of the dangers that hide beneath the waves but for divers this is a playground. Drift dives, daring drops offs, pelagic encounters and even wreck dives. Dive after dive, Simply the Best is a a fine addition to your log book and a must see itinerary for your next Red Sea liveaboard holiday.
Hurricane stands out in the Egyptian Red Sea – and not just because she is one of the few steel hulled vessels. She has won the prestigious “Liveaboard of the Year” award no less than 3 times and in 2013 she has had a complete refit, including new air conditioning throughout, new plumbing and new teak decks. Fans of Hurricane often cite the superb diver comfort, thoughtful layout and highly experienced crew as the reasons they keep coming back year after year.
Find out more about this trip here.
Dive Lanzarote from £570
(inc flights, transfers 7 nights self-catering and 10 recreational shore dives)
Northdiving Lanzarote is the only dive centre in the north of the island, which means unspoilt and uncrowded dive sites can be guaranteed. Diving the northern dive sites is an adventurous experience with a huge amount to discover underwater. The lava formations, arches, caverns, drop offs and swim throughs are simply amazing. There are wrecks, schooling fish and even angel sharks. So if you are looking for somewhere new to escape for a long weekend’s diving or fancy making a week out of it close to home, it’s time to take the plunge in Lanzarote
Northdiving Lanzarote is just 10m away from the sea and can offer 15 different dive sites all within 5 to 15 minutes away. As a team of passionate divers, North Diving organise amazing experiences and adventures for other passionate divers and ocean lovers. The team is multilingual and speaks English, German, Spanish and a little French. The focus here is on individualised diving holidays, high quality diver training, high safety standards and of course a lot of fun!
The dive centre has been designed by divers for divers with everything you could need on site, including washing, drying, and storage areas, camera room, showers and classroom. North Diving offer snorkelling, introductory dives, guided dives, a wide range of PADI courses from Scuba Diver to Divemaster, many Specialties and also professional underwater camera training. For experienced divers IANTD courses up to technical Hypoxic Trimix Diver level, technical guided dives and IANTD Instructor courses until Normoxic Trimix / Technical Instructor level are all available.
To find out more, click here.
To find out more about Scuba Travel, visit www.scubatravel.com.
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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