La Paz whale shark season planner: when swimming opens, the rules, and how to time a week

Oct 9, 2026

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4 min read

La Paz whale shark season planner: when swimming opens, the rules, and how to time a week

Sonia Vega
Sonia Vega

Snorkel

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Best Caribbean dive destinations for beginners: how to choose

Oct 2, 2026

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4 min read

Best Caribbean dive destinations for beginners: how to choose

Sonia Vega
Sonia Vega

Snorkel

+5

Sep 25, 2026

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4 min read

Utila Lodge: Overwater Diving & Whale Shark Season

Everything you need to know about Utila's overwater dive haven, whale shark windows, and how to book our newest Bay Islands partner.

Snorkel

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Sep 18, 2026

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2 min read

5 Unique Dive Hotels You've (Probably) Never Heard Of

Skip the big-name resorts. These are the one-of-a-kind stays that make the trip as memorable as the diving.

Sep 11, 2026

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1 min read

Red Sea Shark Season Is Opening — Here's Why Divers Book Now

Oceanic whitetips. Hammerheads. Steep walls. If you want big animals this fall, Egypt's offshore reefs are entering the window.

Ocean & Nature

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Sep 4, 2026

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3 min read

September Is Manta Season — Here's Where to Go Right Now

Maldives. Komodo. A few surprises. Here's how to plan around manta season — for free.

Ocean & Nature

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Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Aug 28, 2026

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7 min read

Cocos Island: Where the Sharks Take Over

Schools of hammerheads. Tiger sharks. Mantas. Whale sharks. Massive schools of fish. And one very remote island in the middle of the Pacific.

Travel

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Aug 14, 2026

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5 min read

5 Amazing Places to Scuba Dive That Most People Have Never Heard Of

Skip the usual bucket list. These underwater destinations deserve your attention.

Travel

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Aug 6, 2026

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4 min read

Turks & Caicos: The Caribbean Vacation That Truly Has Something for Everyone

World-class diving, incredible snorkeling, pristine beaches, and an unforgettable all-inclusive experience

Travel

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Jul 27, 2026

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5 min read

Sharks: The Ocean's Most Misunderstood Superstars

From gentle giants to graceful reef cruisers, here's why sharks deserve a spot on your next dive vacation.

Sharks

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Jul 23, 2026

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3 min read

The Cayman Islands: Where Crystal-Clear Water Meets Legendary Wall Diving

From dramatic drop-offs to famous wrecks and one of the world's best snorkeling experiences, the Cayman Islands belong on every ocean lover's bucket list.

Travel

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Jul 15, 2026

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3 min read

Beginner's Guide to Buoyancy Control: The Skill That Changes Everything

Master this one skill, and every dive becomes more enjoyable

Education & Training

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Jul 8, 2026

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3 min read

Why Every Diver Should Experience a Night Dive at Least Once

When the sun goes down... the reef comes alive.

Scuba Diving

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger

Jul 2, 2026

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3 min read

Top Summer Dive Destinations for U.S. Divers

Where to find the best underwater adventures this summer

Travel

Brian Armendinger
Brian Armendinger
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