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Visit Curacao and save 25% with Dive Worldwide
Discover the many wonders of the Caribbean island of Curacao this summer, both topside and underwater, and enjoy big savings staying at Kura Hulanda Lodge & Beach Club. An island nation with a rich heritage and thriving culture, Curacao is one of the best-kept secrets in the Caribbean, offering beautiful beaches, stunning architecture and world-class diving sites, with colourful reefs and wrecks to explore.
Breathtaking coral cliffs surrounded by an alluring sandy beach provide the picture-perfect setting for the luxury Kura Hulanda Lodge, a tranquil resort just 30 minutes drive from the airport in Curacao. The 77 elegantly appointed villas, suites and guestrooms, all feature a private balcony or veranda with panoramic views of the ocean or tropical gardens. The resort also boasts a freeform pool overlooking the beach below and other facilities include three restaurants, a well-equipped fitness centre and spa. Guests can also visit the sister hotel Sonesta Kura Hulanda Village & Spa in Willemstad by making use of the daily shuttle bus service provided.
GO WEST Diving, a PADI 5-star Instructor Development Resort, provides the diving during guests stay. Shore diving and daily boat dives allow divers and snorkelers to enjoy the most spectacular sites in Curacao, most of which are close by, such as Alice in Wonderland – a shore dive away from the main base at nearby Kalki beach. Afternoon boat dives often visit the wreck of the Fokker Fairchild 27 in Watamula where divers also enjoy spectacular corals and a large variety of marine life in clear warm waters.
Terms of Special Offer:
- Summer Promo – save 25% on accommodation only (room only).
- Valid for travel 1 July to 31 October 2016.
- Blackout dates: 26 August to 3 September 2016.
- Book by 30 June 2016.
Special Offer Price:
From £1,625pp sharing (saving £125pp), including 7 nights’ room only accommodation at Kura Hulanda, return international flights from the UK, 5-day/10 boat dive package, tanks and weights, and Marine Conservation contribution with Dive Worldwide.
For more information, visit www.diveworldwide.com or call +44 (0)1962 302087.
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Spooktacular Underwater Adventure: Oyster Diving’s First Halloween Scuba Party at Mercers Lake
Last Thursday, Oyster Diving transformed Mercers Lake into a hauntingly unforgettable underwater realm for their inaugural Halloween Scuba Party. Approximately 20 intrepid divers plunged into the darkness, weaving through a mesmerising scene of spectral decorations, glow sticks, and eerie underwater pumpkins.
After the thrilling night dive, participants gathered to feast on a ghoulish spread of pumpkin soup, chilli con carne, and decadent fudge brownies, perfect fuel for the frightful festivities.
With a resounding success, Oyster Diving is excited to announce plans for this event to become an annual tradition. Next year, look forward to a fully licensed bar and live music, promising an even spookier celebration under the moonlit waters.
Join us next Halloween for an experience that promises to be a haunting delight!
Find out more about Oyster Diving at oysterdiving.com.
Marine Life & Conservation
Shark Trust launches Oceanic 31 Shark Art Auction
After a two-year tour of UK art galleries, community spaces and aquariums, the Shark Trust’s acclaimed Oceanic31 exhibition takes its final bow at the Royal Geographical Society later this month. And the unique collection of artwork, depicting 31 species of oceanic sharks and rays, donated by 31 artists, is now open for bids from art lovers and shark enthusiasts. The online auction, launched today, will close on the 7th December at 8pm (BST). The money raised will support the Shark Trust Oceanics Programme.
People can now bid on 27 of the artworks by visiting this website:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
It is a chance to own a beautiful piece of original art and to support the Shark Trust. The timing of the auction also means that these would make a very special Christmas gift for any shark-lover.
The diversity of pieces mirrors that of the sharks and rays they represent. You can bid on paintings, digital creations, sculptures, mixed media and more. You can pick your favourite artist or species of shark. Or you can select the perfect artwork to make a statement in your home or office. Whichever you choose, you will be supporting the work to protect these amazing animals.
One of the pieces of art has been selected to be auctioned live by Steve Backshall at the For the Love of Sharks event at the Royal Geographical Society in London on the 29th November. In addition to this, two further pieces will be raffled at this event, giving people a chance to win an incredible piece of shark art. For the Love of Sharks is the Shark Trust’s flagship evening. A night to celebrate sharks. Steve Backshall is the headline speaker at this event that will see other prominent shark advocates join him on stage.
Tickets for the event can be snapped up here:
https://thesharktrust.org.uk/Event/flos24
Those that would like to see the Oceanic 31 exhibition have one final chance. It is being displayed at the Pavilion at the Royal Geographic Society from 26th November until the 7th December. Entry is free.
Find out more here:
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/oceanic-31
Paul Cox, Shark Trust CEO, Said “This exhibition has given us the opportunity to reach out to a new audience. And inspire more people with the wonderful sharks and rays on which our Big Shark Pledge campaign is based. We are immensely grateful to the 31 artists who have worked so hard to create these works.”
Bid for your favourite Oceanic 31 artwork here:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
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