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One question: Is scuba diving and snorkeling really worth it in Tulamben, Bali?
Yes… and it’s arguably the best diving in the world!
Tulamben is the most overlooked coastal village in Bali.
There aren’t hordes of tourist, thousands of bars or restaurants and – in all honesty – it’s pretty boring.
But that’s only at first glance…
The real action takes place beneath eerie black Bali Sea.
Have you ever wanted to know where Russian Billionaire’s spend their holidays?
The answer is Crimea, Ukraine’s diamond shaped peninsula with an island like feel in the Black Sea.
There is no wonder why they come here to relax.
Stunning mountains, warm waters and long summers make it heaven on earth. Continue
Heron Island – located in the Great Barrier Reef National Park – is another pearl in Australia’s necklace of magnificent diving.
Bad line? Yes. Excellent wildlife? You betcha.
There’s also turtle watching (take a ranger-led tour to learn more), over 100,000 seabirds and, unsurprisingly, herons.Continue
Great tourist destinations are able to shine from every possible angle. One way to tell if a destination shines from every angle is if you can view it from land, sea and air. Antigua and Barbuda facilitate land, sea and air tours, which provide glimpses into the islands historic significance and natural beauty.
When seeking panoramic views of Antigua, flying in the air via helicopter is the best way to go. Due to Antigua’s small size, all aerial tours available on the island are helicopter rides. Antigua is only 13 miles wide, but it consists of multiple coves, inlets and pink-sanded beaches for you to view. The islands’ helicopter tours are typically 20 to 45 minutes long.Continue
If a trail didn’t make your route any more convenient, would you take it?
Would you venture out on your own or would you stick with what works?
Sometimes the most obvious choice is the best. Particularly if your head is below water and you’re gazing at underwater gems.
Ko Tao – which means “Turtle Island” – is highly regarded for its snorkeling, scuba diving and fishing.
There are two reasons for this. First, an abundance of coral ensures plenty of marine life – including grouper, moray eels, angelfish, stingrays, reef sharks and even whale sharks – will be circling the coral in search of food. The second reason is its location: Ko Tao is three to seven hours by boat from the mainland, which helps keep day-trippers away. In other words: serious divers only.
Well… not really.
This remote location has also kept development – and therefore, costs – down. Ko Tao has become one of the premier spots in Thailand to get certified for scuba diving, thanks largely to the fact it’s cheaper than Ko Samui or Ko Pha Ngan.
Many people who backpacked here in their twenties are now returning with their families. Travelers in search of peace and quiet should head to Chalok Baan Khao, located on the south end of the island.Continue
You’re nose to nose with a whale shark…and suddenly you’re distracted by a manta ray coming up on your right. Such is the life of diving in Mozambique.
The Manta Coast on Africa’s eastern shoreline is home to an impressive marine life and one of the best dive spots in the world.
Comparable with Caribbean, but not nearly as cluttered, the sites around Praya do Tafo give you access to some of the ocean’s largest underwater inhabitants.Continue
Aphrodite, the Goddess of love, beauty and sexual rapture, was born out of sea-foam on the beach of Paphos in southern Cyprus.
Since then, Gods and men alike have been coming here in search of her, or at least someone with her likeness and embodying her rapturous nature. If truth be told, Cyprus is not a bad place to look.Continue
An activity enjoyed by many is often hampered by preparations. Scuba divers most frequently stay on land, taking day trips out to dive sites, only to return as the day winds down. For single dives this method works fine.
But how about those who seek to scuba dive for many days consecutively?
Welcome to liveaboarding, an approach to scuba diving that maximizes activity time while minimizing hassles. And where better to use this method than the rich diving sites of the Maldives.Continue
Through the clear waters, you can see them approaching. From the left and from the right, they begin to surround you. Closing in, there’s nowhere to escape.
Beware the vicious stingray!
Well, maybe not vicious. Curious and hungry would probably be more appropriate adjectives. Either way, head towards Stingray City to experience the interaction.Continue
Mention Jordan and you’re likely to conjure up images of the Arabian desert.
Perhaps you will think of Petra.
Maybe the Jordan River or the Dead Sea will come to mind.
However, you are unlikely to think of scuba diving and snorkeling and Aqaba’s Red Sea is one of the country’s best kept secrets.
At the southwest tip of the country stands Aqaba, on the shores of the Red Sea. Within the last ten years, the gulf city has become known as a premium destination for luxury resorts, high-class hotels, and for its variety of water sports.Continue
Imagine hundreds of islands – almost 300 in total – spread across a short distance of the Caribbean sea, each one more pristine than the last.
You’ll find it off the northern coast of Venezuela at Los Roques Archipelago National Park.
Most of the islands are uninhabited, and only accessible by boat from Gran Roque, the big island of this expansive archipelago.
All the islands – along with its surrounding shores – were made a National Park in 1972 in order to protect its astounding beauty and prodigious wildlife which include mangrove trees, seagrass beds and coral reefs.
When it’s estimated that two-thirds of the world’s coral reefs are in danger, even the uninterested would recognize that we’re entering crisis mode.
But before engaging in an all-out panic, there are steps that can be taken to promote the development of reefs and the life that they support. And while we’re doing that, why not make it a fun and artistic endeavor.
To explore the depths of human creativity and sustainable ecology, head towards the Underwater Sculpture Park. Continue
Throw all those ideas about the Middle East out the window as you dive into warm waters, slipping past rock faces and gliding through schools of fish. Rise to the surface and gaze back at the sandy beaches and the craggy cliffs.
Yemen’s Socotra Island has quietly become a choice destination for those seeking ideal scuba diving locales. The island has a valuable mix of solitude, tepid waters, and diverse species of marine life.Continue
Would popular attractions be more interesting if they were submerged in water? Would you visit an underwater art gallery? How about at underwater restaurant? Or an underwater museum?
While this author has yet to find evidence of the first two suggestions, the idea of a museum on the sea floor isn’t all that far-fetched. It could certainly be argued that shipwrecks are historic displays. And what of a collection of wrecks in a proximal vicinity?
If ever there were an underwater museum it would be in Chuuk. Continue
There are certain times in your life that you’re going to wind up breaking the piggy bank: your wedding, your honeymoon, your vow renewal, or maybe anniversaries that end in a zero or a five.
For those occasions, you’ll be looking to pull all the punches. And if punches include luxury, seclusion, and natural beauty, the Matangi Private Island Resort could well be for you.Continue
Cape Tribulation is one of the few places in Australia where the rain forest meets the sea. Surrounded by national parks, two World Heritage Sites and the Great Barrier Reef, it’s no wonder celebrities like Sean Penn and Bill Clinton frequent the area.
Famous or otherwise, most travelers begin in Port Douglas.
It’s an hour drive from Cairns but worlds apart. Unlike Cairn’s big city bustle, Port Douglas is a small fishing village which includes trendy cafés and shops downtown, as well as outdoor activities in surrounding areas. It’s one of those places where you find hippies, yuppies and sportsmen, budget backpackers and jet-setters… and somehow everyone manages to get along.
Of course, natural beauty tends to have that effect.
Sure, Port Douglas may be small, chic and rural… but it’s by no means isolated. It’s the nerve center for venturing further into the rain forest and/or the Great Barrier Reef, and while downtown can get crowded – especially during high season – there’s still plenty of quiet areas nearby.
The following is a list of nearby attractions in the Port Douglas area. Most are located on the road between the Daintree River Crossing and Tribulation National Park.
You head out first thing in the morning— no use in wasting the day on land. The island is uncharacteristically quiet; only roosters’ calls and a few early workers’ stereos break the calm. At the dive shop, you and the other divers quietly try on suits, get your gear together, and head to the boat.
The Savu Sea greets you and the crew with turquoise waters, sparkling in the early morning sun. The dive boat pushes off and there’s a collective anticipation thick as the fog that rolls of the volcanic peaks of Komodo.Continue
It’s an underwater wonder world. Like being in a fishbowl of art, history and beauty. Weightless and careless you absorb the big blue world with wide eyes, taking in the peaceful harmony of this dancing, submerged world.
Quite simply, diving the Dalmatians is unforgettable.
Croatia has 1,200 scenic miles (1,800km) of Adriatic Sea coastline, bordered by Italy to the north and Montenegro in the south. It has more than 35 fantastically diverse dive sites, while licensed diving centers can be found on most islands and coastal cities throughout the country.
Between fishing and tourism, the tiny island of Mabul doesn’t have a whole ton of extra space. Accessible by boat, the island is small enough to make cars redundant yet large enough to house a handful of diving resorts. Use this island as an exotic base for some of the best diving in Southeast Asia.Continue
