Text and Images by Richard Barnden It’s been 10 years nearly to the day since I sat down and wrote my last article for Asian Diver magazine, Scuba Diver AUSTRALASIA’s sister title. Lots of things have changed in the intervening […]
THE NATURAL WONDER OF MEXICO The famous cenotes of Yucatán in Mexico are the entrances to the largest underwater cave systems in the world. There are at least 6,000 cenotes in the Yucatán and these mystical sinkholes have captivated divers […]
Semporna is a sleepy, coastal town in the Tawau division of Sabah in East Malaysia, but it is also the gateway to some of the best diving in the world. Culture and History The town is shaped by its diverse […]
Sailors christened Sabah the “Land Under the Wind”, perfectly capturing the essence of the area’s geographical location south of the typhoon-prone areas, a haven of untouched beauty and tranquility. Its beauty also encapsulates natural wonders that include lush rainforests, towering […]
The Philippines’ world-famous marine life will once again take the stage at this year’s edition of the Anilao Underwater Shootout, the world’s biggest underwater macro photography competition. Running from May 22 – 26 in Mabini, Batangas, the competition gathers divers, […]
Thailand has some of the best diving spots in Southeast Asia! There’s a vast variety of soft and hard corals, and many types of marine animals, making the underwater scene in Thailand colourful and lively. In addition, the many national […]
The Philippines is home to a handful of diverse and stunning dive sites with a vast array of marine life of all shapes, sizes and colours. Prepare to be blown away by the clear waters and vibrance of the marine […]
