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Scubaverse.com’s Underwater Photography Editors take Prestigious Photo-Journalism Award

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The Caribbean Tourism Organisation held their 10th Caribbean Media Awards on Monday 7th November, as part of the World Travel Market event held in London. Over 70 journalists attended the awards, and all were hoping to take away one of the prizes in the 8 categories. The evening was also attended by visiting ministers and their delegations, UK travel industry and a wide range of journalists from national, trade, consumer and online media.

ctoaward4sScubaverse.com’s very own underwater photography editors Nick and Caroline were delighted to pick up the award for the “Best Piece of Photo-Journalism” for their article “The Bahamas – Shark Central” in Wildlife Photography World Magazine. The article covered the amazing variety of shark diving that The Bahamas has to offer throughout the islands.

“We are especially thrilled with this award, as it is about both our underwater photography and our writing,” said Nick on picking up the award. “We would like to thank the team at the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism who assisted us with our travel to the islands to get the shots for this article and our two newly released books.”

The full list of CTO Travel Journalism Awards winners is as follows:

  1. Best travel trade feature: Winner: Pippa Jacks, Greener Pastures, TTG
  1. Best piece of photojournalism: Winner: Nick & Caroline Robertson-Brown, The Bahamas – Shark Central, Wildlife Photography World Magazine
  1. Best blog feature: Winner: Suzanne Jones, Hello St Kitts, The Travel Bunny
  1. Best Broadcast, TV or Radio feature: Winner: James Sadlier and Helen Addis, The Bikini + One, broadcast on ITV Lorraine
  1. Best regional newspaper feature: Winner: Ben Mitchell, A Perfect Paradise, Liverpool Echo
  1. Best national newspaper feature: Winner: Thomas Breathnach, Cool Runnings, Irish Independent
  1. Best online feature: Winner: Kate Carter, Running the Caribbean: My Taster of the Nevis Marathon, Guardian Online
  1. Best consumer feature: Winner: Laura Millar, The Future’s Bright, Escapism

Carol Hay, the CTO’s director of marketing for UK and Europe, said: “We are thrilled to be in our tenth year of celebrating the Caribbean Tourism Journalism Awards. Over the years we have recognised a fantastic calibre of writers, bloggers and photographers, and this year is no exception. We thank all the media for their ongoing support and positive articles about the Caribbean helping us maintain our position as one of the most popular long haul destinations for UK holidaymakers.”

Nick and Caroline were also delighted to celebrate their award on the Bahamas stand at WTM, having their photo taken with Minister of Tourism, Honourable Obie Wilchcombe and Tourism Director General for the Bahamas, Joy Jibrilu.

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You can see more about Nick and Caroline’s images, articles and books on their website:

www.frogfishphotography.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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