WHY A FUNDAMENTAL TEC DIVING COURSE WILL CHANGE YOUR WORLD!
Why should a recreational diver attend a fundamental Tec course? Will it do anything for my enjoyment of “watching fish”? We definitely think so: Yes!
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The new “pleasure tax” on diving in Egypt
Virtually overnight, the Egyptian state collects between 5 and 15% on “entertainment and amusement”, that is, on almost everything we pay for as vacationers.
The Wrong Way to Dive Deep: The Dangers of Single Tank Deep Diving
We’ve all heard the stories. Perhaps we’ve even told them. Deep diving on single tank is a thing of the past. Yet it continues to happen in the present and continues to cause dive accidents. Let’s clear this fatal issue up, once and for all, dispelling the myths and misconceptions. Defining our Terms ‘Deep’ is…
What is Decompression Sickness?
Nitrogen narcosis can kill you! Or not? Read more about what it is and how deal avoid and deal with it.
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Shark Attack! Killers among us?
We all know them, the lurid articles in the tabloids after a shark attack in our diving waters. For many tourists, sharks are basically the bloodthirsty killers that make our bathing beaches unsafe. Is that really the case? More understanding for our environment As is so often the case when nature and man meet, it…
The lionfish: Definitely the most famous fish in the Red Sea!
Lionfish are a fascinating group of fish native to the Red Sea. They are characterised by their bright colours, their long spines and their poisonous fins. They are not only beautiful to look at, but also important members of the ecosystem. What does a lionfish feed on? The lionfish feeds mainly on small fish, crustaceans…
What is Oxygen Toxicity in Diving? Symptoms, Causes and Prevention
Oxygen is key for all life on Earth. But in excess amounts, it can be deadly. For divers, oxygen toxicity poses a real risk that can only be combated with sound knowledge and dive skills. In this article, we’re going through the ins and outs of oxygen toxicity, from symptoms and causes to prevention methods.
Diving with the right partner is more fun! Here are 7 tips on how to become the best buddy!
Being a good dive buddy is one of the most important skills in diving. After all, your dive buddy can make the difference between the best and worst dive of your life! But it is also a skill that is often neglected – especially by experienced divers. In this article we present 7 tips that…
