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Wrecks and reefs, anyone?
I’ve been lucky enough to dive in some fantastic destinations over the years, but I was shocked when I realised it had been over 10 years since I last dived in the Red Sea. So when I was offered the chance to spend a week on board MY Red Sea Adventurer – I jumped at it!
Before I knew it I was being met by the blue o two team in Hurghada and transferring down to Port Ghalib to spend 7 days doing a Deep South itinerary on board the newly refurbished MY Red Sea Adventurer.
MY Red Sea Adventurer is technically the smallest boat in the blue o two fleet, but I found it to be really spacious and comfortable. There is a large saloon/dining area, huge dive deck and dive platform, two sun-decks with comfortable seating (and shade for those not wanting to crisp up in the sunshine!) and 12 guest cabins accommodating 22 guests.
The cabins are large and airy with home comforts such as flat screen TV with in-cabin entertainment, en-suite shower room, air-conditioning, dressing gown and plenty of towels, which throughout the week were often found in the shape of a swan/bird/flower on your freshly made bed!
All the crew on board could not do enough for you and the food was delicious – each day we were amazed by the choice of dishes to come out of the tiny galley!
I was a little apprehensive that after my 10 year break the Red Sea would not be as good as I remembered, but the diving exceeded my expectations! With oceanic white tips, hammerheads, grey reef sharks, along with dolphins, turtles, blue spotted rays, pufferfish, a huge grouper…. I could go on but I don’t want to bore you! We seemed to have every dive site to ourselves, only seeing another boat towards the end of the week when we were heading back to Port Ghalib.
We travelled from Port Ghalib to St John’s, diving sites such as Abu Dabab, Elphinstone, Fury Shoal and St John’s Caves en route. Our day usually started at 6am with up to 4 dives per day, including a night dive. Before every dive we had a thorough briefing from either Luke or Tefa, the dive guides, both were so knowledgeable and even though they had been doing this for years, seemed genuinely excited to get in the water and show us what the Red Sea had to offer. The diving was done in two groups so the dive deck was never crowded when we were kitting up, and there was always someone there to help zip up your wetsuit, hand you your weight-belt, clip on your fins or hand you a hot chocolate after a night dive!
I can’t understand why I left it so long to return to Egypt – I had a fabulous week, met some great people and, most importantly, remembered how fabulous the diving in the Red Sea is! I’m now thinking about the Wrecks and Reefs itinerary in December … if anyone fancies joining me?
See Scuba Tours Worldwide’s Red Sea destination page for more information on MY Red Sea Adventurer and other Red Sea liveaboards : click here
Scuba Tours Worldwide often have Special Offers for Red Sea liveaboard holidays, so its always worth checking out their offers page: click here
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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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.
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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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