Join me as I go diving in Cabo Pulmo, Mexico and discover the twin benefits of ocean conservation and ecotourism. As we face the global climate and biodiversity crises, you need look no further than this small, unassuming community to find hope for a future where nature and humanity can thrive.
Read my latest article for Forest and Bird Magazine to find out more.
Spanning up to 8m from wingtip to wingtip and weighing up to a huge 2400kg, oceanic mantas are enormous. They are also one of the smartest animals on Earth.
To say I was excited about going diving with mantas is a huge understatement. But first, we had to get to the place they call home; the remote Revillagigedo archipelago.
Read MoreMade up of more than 2,900 reefs and 900 idyllic islands, the Great Barrier Reef is one of the best-known dive destinations in the world. Yet despite its size and protected status, this remarkable reef system is impacted by our changing climate, and reports of coral bleaching events and weather damage are abundant.
But the news isn’t all bad. Is the Great Barrier Reef still worth diving? Yes, if you know where to go. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreWhether you are diving close to home or venturing overseas, there are many easy ways you can become a more eco-friendly diver and protect the oceans from harm.
With simple switches to everyday items and smart travel choices, you can make a difference that lasts and protect the dive sites you love. Read my article for Mares to get 7 easy ways to be an eco-diver.
Read MoreI really enjoy creating infographics and this is one of my favourites. It involved a lot of research beforehand to ensure it was scientifically accurate, easy to understand, and valuable to the target audience.
I worked with an awesome designer and this infographic was pitched to, and featured in, over 10 online media partners.
Check out this infographic here.
“Travel is one of the best things you can do to truly appreciate life. It broadens your mind, immerses you in the wonders of the world, and offers experiences that enrich the rest of your days. But how do you ensure you travel sustainably?
It can seem daunting, but it is easy to make sustainable travel choices that minimize your impact on the environment.”
Find out more in my latest article for Seven Seas Media.
Read More“Summer is here, and it’s time to enjoy New Zealand’s gorgeous beaches. Before you do, make sure your sunscreen isn’t causing the ocean harm.”
Read MoreAccording to local news reports, the Maldives Minister for Fisheries, Zaha Waheed, has said that discussions are underway to legalize shark fishing in the Maldives. With more than 300 species of sharks and rays now threatened with extinction, this latest move to consider legalising shark fishing has surprised marine conservation organisations around the globe.
Read More“I was living in South Africa during 2015 and working as a great white shark dive guide for Apex Shark Expeditions when I suffered a relatively significant back injury during the peak season. I was missing the sharks and my beloved ocean, and was very upset to be unable to use my voice for shark conservation anymore. Before dawn one morning, I lay there thinking of what to do and came up with an epic plan!”
Read More“A Western Australia shark cull is being proposed in response to fishers concerns about loss of catches to sharks in the state….
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