Perhaps one of the deepest fears a diver can have is being left behind. That near-perfect dive holiday can suddenly turn into a disaster with a down-current or a heavy storm. After all, the liberty diving gives us is also […]
Text by Simon Enderby Images by Christian Loader Whilst researching on the local Bajau Laut or ‘Sea Gypsy’ community for the upcoming BBC Human Planet series, I heard tall tales of local characters with seemingly superhuman traits; fishermen descending deep […]
Diving in Iceland is unlike any other dive trip. Here, hot and cold water collide, creating pillars of life from the depths of the sea; ice freezes to a blue hue, trapping frozen waterfalls within. Welcome to the land of […]
It’s a hypnotic, awe-inspiring sight– thousands of fish moving in sync, as if with one mind. Schooling fish is a phenomenon that arises from something known as “swarm intelligence”, in which independent units spontaneously form organised structures or patterns. But […]
Finning techniques come in a few different forms, and opting for a certain technique is up to the diver: After all, each diver has their favourite style like they do their own mask. Finning techniques can be used in different […]
When the currents are strong, using a reef hook can be an exhilarating way to enjoy them. Here’s how you can get hooked. By Joseph Tepper Using a reef hook to lock into a rock in the midst of a […]
Keeping your gear in good condition and being familiar with it is vital to helping you stay safe when you go diving – it could even save your life. Kenneth Tan from 300BAR.Asia provides 10 tips for dive gear safety. […]
