I'm looking for any ideas of a place suitable for let's say a month of working remotely and diving when the winter starts in Europe. As my client is in GMT+2 time zone I'm thinking about SE Asia as I could easily dive in the morning and start working in the afternoon.

I'll probably rent an airbnb but maybe you know of any diving resorts having a long stay offer in a reasonable price? It'd be great to find some location with quite diverse dive sites and solid dive centres.

I've done some research when it comes to Thailand and Indonesia but I'm curious if anyone has experience in extended diving workation.

Any recommendations anyone? Thanks a lot in advance!

I was wondering if there is a recommendation or gold standard for what most divers are using in terms of analog gauges - just a SPG? Or a two-gauge with depth? Or full three gauge console including compass?

I know most are using some sort of digital dive computer, and saving some weight and real estate is probably always a good idea.. but it seems to me SPG and depth as reliable analog gauges and backup for the computer are a good idea, and can’t hurt? And a compass is neat to have around sometimes… and in the shape of a console, maybe easier to keep your arms free? Or is my train of thought off and that is a stupid idea and nobody runs 3-gauge consoles anymore?

My scuba guru tells me I should get a cx117 scuba tank. I go through air like a fire. I also have a sinking feeling I need to work on my buoyancy . He said this should help both of those things. I've been practicing breathing in for 4 and out for 5 while doing some cardio for the last few months to help with my breathing. But I figure the tank would be good to get too if I can manage the cost. I'm looking at the tanks more and I'm wondering what the drawback would be with going with cx120 or even a cx133 aside from cost and weight? Shouldn't they all just equal more air for me and better buoyancy? For reference I'm currently rocking Purple Aluminum 80s.

Hi. A good friend of mine used to say that every dive is a great dive, because you're not at work! He dove somewhere in the Amalfi Coast of Italy. I know it's not world class diving. Has anyone dove there? We will be there in October. I'm also curious about what you see versus the discomfort of the temperature. I'm spoiled by the warm caribbean. Than

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https://www.seasearch.org.uk/

I'm looking for more opportunities to dive and came across Seasearch. To be frank, the actual surveying part isn't main interest it, I purely want to try it so can do their organised diving events, the actual surveying part is really just a bonus. But I see they require you to do a 8 hour course that costs around £80-£100. Is there anyone here that has been apart of Seasearch and if so, did you get to do much more diving through it?

The diver is breathing normally.

Any recs for dive outfits/sites? Staying at Yamaya Reefs. Thanks!

Hey all I’m OW cert and a new diver with about 15-20 dives completed. I love it. Absolutely LOVE diving. I’ll be in Washington this August and around the Seattle area for a few days. Is diving around that area worth it? I’d need to book with a dive shop and don’t have any equipment. I’ve been diving in Roatan and Tahiti so questioning the “bang for my buck” and would love input.

I'm trying to find a SSI instructor or shop on the islands for my daughter for her OW referral dives. Any recommendations of ones to use or avoid?

Prefer islands other than Maui if possible as I've been there many times. Thanks for any guidance or suggestions!

So I'm planning a multi-month trip to Southeast Asia next summer. I am planning on visiting Bali as well as Thailand for a month each. I plan on diving in Nusa Penida and Koh Tao. Which of the two would be a better spot to get my PADI first? Is there one of the two that is better for beginners? Is there any other spots in Southeast Asia you would recommend more?

Thanks

Hi there! I'm looking at flights to Denpasar in October, but after that part I'm not sure where to look for dive outfits or resorts or what kind of ferry or flight I should take to a nice place where I can do a lot of dives. I'm intending on going by myself as a female traveler, I have over 50 dives.

I'm trying to piece together a good itinerary or at least a nice destination, but there are so many islands, it gets confusing! Any recommendations? I am trying to go on a medium budget, so liveaboards are not preferred. Thanks for any guidance 🩵🐬

Staying in Caye Caulker and looking to potentially go to the Blue Hole. I know Belize is touristy but I would to love if there are any reputable dive outfits there.

I got my OW way back in college in 2003, then only logged about 10 dives over the next 20 years. Then I got to do 2 dives in Hawaii in October 2023 (after a nice refresher) and 6 dives just earlier this month in Aruba…and now I’m totally ramping up with this hobby and wondering why I haven’t been doing this more before! (I live in the DC area…not really near any great ocean diving water…I guess I just only thought about diving when I went on vacation to an island.)

Once I got home from Aruba, I was totally enthused to intentionally spend more time diving. I visited my local dive shop and got connected there; will do my Enriched Air/Nitrox certification in May; will head to 4 dives in Morehead City, NC over Memorial Day weekend; will do AOW in June…and then will do my first Liveaboard in July in the Caribbean! (The first time I even heard the word Liveaboard was at the dive shop in Hawaii 6 months ago.)

I’m someone who loves to read/research/watch videos, so I’m already doing that. But this community is awesome and I definitely welcome your tips and suggestions if you have them! I’m female, 39, single, warm and friendly, going alone…and it seems my first dive down there will be about dive #23 for me, so I’m still on the early side of things — let me hear your thoughts!

Viking’s wet suits I saw go from 700 up to 3000 however I saw a listing for whites for 300 but it has a damaged cuff. Still worth or nah?

Edit: meant Drysuit apologizes for that

Anyone that has dove Maui after the Lahaina fire have recommendations for a charter that is still in business? The last time I dove there I used Lahaina Divers but their shop and boats unfortunately burned down and they’re closed.

I was looking at Maui Diamond who has good reviews but hoping for some personal experiences and recommendations. TIA.

I’m sorry, but I thought a big part of diving was not touching the f***ing flora and fauna? I’m currently staying and diving at Ramon’s in San Pedro, Belize (shit show of a dive shop, going to make another post about that) and there are lots of sharks on the dives. So far only nurse and reef sharks, but I have seen so many people “petting” the nurse sharks on dives. Did something change or do people just suck? The dive masters at the beginning have been saying “don’t touch anything” but aren’t calling people out or haven’t noticed. This wouldn’t fly at more professional shops I’ve been too. Maybe I’m the problem, I’m not a marine biologist by a long shot.

So my family is wanting to get back to Cozumel this year to do some diving. Typically we stay at The Allegro for the all inclusiveness as some of the kids are not going to be diving and it’s nice to relax afterwards. I priced it out on Cheap Caribbean and it’s $1433 for flights and 5 nights with a dive package (unsure of specifics) it does not include transport which is $56 per person.

I am wanting to see if someone has done it better, maybe even cheaper….

We have 5 divers and 1 that may be brand new if she gets certified this summer. Then 1-3 people staying behind.

I’ve never stayed in town or nearby, not opposed to it as long as there’s stuff for the non divers/kids to do.

Shores dives could be nice we don’t really get to do that at The Allegro

Thanks for any advice.

Or is it some other reason? Maybe lifting the full kit from shoulder straps while fully weighted?

The shoulder straps of my bpw are fraying after only ~30 dives. Is this normal?

The webbing is definitely a little softer than my weight belts.

Hello, so today i bought cressi flash goggles and tried them in the pool my eyesight is -6 and in my Scubapro zoom evo mask I can see about 480p WITH THE CRESSI FLASH GOGGLES my eyesight went to 4K how is that possible? Are there masks like this too?

Hello all DPV users, I was wondering if someone could help me decide what batteries to get. I am ordering a Blacktip Tech DPV, and I am wanting to get a set of the DeWalt batteries for them. However, I do not know which type of batteries to get. I would like to get the best overall battery I can so that my available distance is the greatest(especially in high flow caves), with air travel not a concern. I was looking at the 20V, 10 Ah batteries, but I do not know which batteries would be the best. Thanks :)

Some sad news for those of us who are frequent divers in Cozumel, MX, and prefer flying there via Southwest Airlines. As of August, Southwest Airlines will cease service to the island.

In August, Southwest will stop flying to four airports: Cozumel, Mexico; Syracuse, New York; Bellingham, Washington; and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, where the airline’s major operation is at smaller Hobby Airport.

https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/southwest-posts-1q-loss-limit-hiring-offer-voluntary-109618063#:~:text=In%20August%2C%20Southwest%20will%20stop,is%20at%20smaller%20Hobby%20Airport

I've had a look at dive shops near and in the Cardiff area (UK) and noticed that most courses are done in inland dive sites like Vobster and Stoney Cove.

Are there any diving spots in the sea around the Cardiff area?

Hi all. Is anyone able to tell me what the OR stands for on this valve?

Thank you

Don't suppose you guys have and camera/mount/technique advice for products and/or setups that I can just clip somewhere, click record and forget about it?

I don't have a lot of interest in being a scuba shutterbug, and tbh I have enough task load just trying to not breathe too fast, but friends and family ask where the footy is after every dive trip. I'm thinking that if nothing else, it might be a good recruiting tool to get them certified and joining me.

Anyone have any recommendations? Our dive group is about 6-10 people . And a lot of us are on a budget. We are open to going to sham el sheikh or Hurghada . Really what we are looking for is best experience for a decent price . And 2 days of diving total 6 dives. We’ve heard some good and bad things about diving in Egypt and we are looking for a dive center that is passionate about giving divers an unforgettable experience as opposed to just being a money machine. Any suggestions or recommendations is appreciated!

Just finished first day of my open water course in the pool and I struggled to say the least. Here are my concerns.

• mask clearing: I had immense difficulty with this. Which is weird because I practiced it in the pool prior and it was fine. The hard part for me is the constantly breathing while you have water in your nose area. Every breath I take I get a little water up my nose. I surfaced like 4 times because I kept choking. Kinda embarassing for me since out of 8 students just 2 others were having this issue with me.

• breathing underwater: it was weird for me for sure. It felt as if I couldn’t get enough air through the regulator. I was breathing rather quickly though so maybe that was the issue?

It was most likely a comfort thing since I’ve never been squba diving before. Maybe it’s something that just takes practice to get comfortable doing? I feel like these problems may be common with new divers are they?

None the less I’m going back tonight for night 2. Wish me luck 😅

Best places to dive around the UK coast for completely novice divers (recent open water certified). Would like to see some shallow wrecks and lots of fish without batter on. Any suggestions for areas and guides etc?