Hello Paradise - Where to go Diving in the Maldives.

Hello Paradise - Where to go Diving in the Maldives.

“The atolls of the Maldives host some of the best-loved dive sites and most idyllic landscapes in the world.

This jewel in the crown of Indian Ocean diving is famous for its manta rays and whale sharks, plus rich coral reefs full of vibrant life.

Whether you are a beginner or experienced diver, the Maldives has plenty to offer, but it can be confusing knowing which atolls to visit and when to go.”

Get inspired for your next trip and find the right atolls for you in my latest article for Aggressor Adventures - Where to go diving in the Maldives.

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Maldives in discussions to legalise shark fishing.

Maldives in discussions to legalise shark fishing.

According 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.

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Maldives: Mantas and More…

Featured on Scubaverse:The Maldives is an iconic dive destination, thanks to its white sand beaches, coral reef diving in warm waters, and abundance of whale sharks and manta rays. Consisting of 26 atolls dotted across the Indian Ocean, it is picture-perfect and at the top of many divers wish lists.The different Maldives atolls each have their own characteristic dive sites and offer a variety of dive types; from atoll walls and channels to caves, swim-throughs, drift dives and lagoon diving. They each have an impressive array of marine life from large pelagic species through to tiny critters perfect for underwater macro photography. This variety of marine life and dive sites make the Maldives an ideal destination for all diver experience levels and interests.Find out more in Maldives: Mantas and more...

Beginners Guide to Snorkeling

Snorkeling is very under-appreciated and yet is a great way to introduce people to the ocean, and to spend time with marine life without the hassle and work of scuba diving.There are also some incredible snorkeling opportunities out there. Who wouldn't fancy snorkeling with orcas, whale sharks or great white sharks?Find out more in my latest article, Beginners Guide to Snorkeling.  

Drift Diving Essentials

Ulong Channel in Palau is not for the faint-hearted. The pace of this dive is tremendous and takes divers into a channel to enjoy one of the world’s best drift dives. The channel entrance is covered in corals and divers drift through the channel to the mouth, where grey reef sharks can be seen hunting fish that exit the channel. Stingrays, snappers, jacks and batfish are also seen at the mouth of the channel. Find out more about this and other top drift diving destinations in my latest article for LiveAboardDrift Diving Essentials.

Best Places To Dive In April

Featured in Scubadivermag.com:There are some great dives to enjoy at this time of year, both near to Europe and in far-flung exotic locations. It's a great time of year to head to the Red Sea before it gets too hot!Here are Liveaboard.com's and my best places to dive in April. https://www.scubadivermag.com/travel/dive-travel/best-places-to-dive-in-april/  

Where to See, And How You Can Help Whale Sharks

Featured on Fill My Passport:Did you know whale sharks can grow up to 12 metres (40 feet) long and weigh up to 20 tonnes (40,000 lbs)?!In this article for Fill My Passport, I talk about these incredible giants of the ocean, threats to their survival, and why diving with whale sharks can be a great conservation tool.https://www.fillmypassport.com/see-can-help-whale-sharks/?doing_wp_cron=1520805224.0645749568939208984375

Top 5 Liveaboards for Shark Lovers

Featured on Scubaverse:It’s Valentine’s Day and not everybody wants a bouquet of flowers and chocolates from their loved one. For shark lovers and adventurous divers, there are some great liveaboards to choose from to share time with your dive buddy for life and show a little shark love in 2018.Read more: http://www.scubaverse.com/top-5-liveaboards-shark-lovers/