Going Tech
Tech Diving is not only a new trend in the diving scene, it actually makes a lot of sense for just about any diver. Here’s why. For a long time, I’ve always wondered about how PADI and the likes are certifying divers who are absolutely not ready to explore an area of the world which … Continue reading Going Tech
Diving in Koh Samui
The tropical island Koh Samui is one of my preferred retreats in Asia, and a perfect diving destination. Find here a collection of experiences of diving in Koh Samui, as well as tips on where to stay and which dive center to use. In recent years, Samui is becoming the Epicenter of island tourism in … Continue reading Diving in Koh Samui
Superior Producer Shipwreck, Curacao
The Superior Producer is a 240-foot freight vessel that sank in 1978 just after leaving the port of Willemstad, Curacao because of shifting load balance. After the news has been spread over the island, literally hundreds of divers – experienced and non-experienced – grabbed a tank and went down to the ship to get their … Continue reading Superior Producer Shipwreck, Curacao
Whale Shark Diving in Thailand
When the wooden dive boat left the shore in Koh Samui, no one really knew what to expect from this dive excursion way out into the open sea on a cloudy New Year’s Eve morning. The boat captain prepared us for a bit of a rough ride, and off we went passing first Koh Phangan … Continue reading Whale Shark Diving in Thailand
Curacao’s Beautiful Westpunt Dive Sites
One of the best diving destinations that I’ve been so far is Curacao in the Netherlands Antilles. The island close to the Venezuelan coast is very different from what you would expect from a Caribbean Island, yet has the same crystal-clear waters and beautiful rich marine life. Due to the relative absence of fine sand … Continue reading Curacao’s Beautiful Westpunt Dive Sites
Koh Tao Diving, Thailand
I just arrived a few days before to the beautiful islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao. My primary objective here is diving, and the expectations are high since my last trip to Curacao / Netherland Antilles. My first two dives on Koh Tao could not have been better. With two guys from … Continue reading Koh Tao Diving, Thailand
Koh Phangan Dive Sites
The islands Koh Phangan and Koh Tao in the Gulf of Thailand are some of the most preferred dive sites in Thailand. Koh Phangan is more famous for its Full Moon Party and the relaxed atmosphere on the island, but it also offers some exciting dive sites, even if there’s less diving than on the … Continue reading Koh Phangan Dive Sites