The Malta and Gozo diving scene, together with nearby Comino, combines shipwrecks, limestone arches, caves, and rock formations with many dive sites accessible directly from shore.1 This variety lets divers plan a trip around not only the underwater scenery, but also their certification, experience, preferred depth, and comfortable diving conditions.1 The differences between sites can […]
What divers should know before getting in the water An Australian study published in 2025 examined scuba diving fatalities over 50 years, comparing two periods: 1972-1999 and 2000-2021.1 The study used the Australasian Diving Safety Foundation database and the National Coronial Information System, so it describes documented fatalities rather than every dive conducted in Australia.1 […]
What to know before you dive A scuba BCD, or buoyancy compensator, is part of the scuba system, but it is not a diving course, not a breathing device, and not a lifejacket, so choosing one starts with understanding its role and limits.1 In SCUBAPRO’s Hydros Pro manual, the manufacturer states that the manual does […]
What divers should know before getting in the water According to DIVE Magazine, Shearwater Research announced the Perdix 3 on May 20, 2026, describing it as the company’s toughest and most capable full-size dive computer to date.1 The announcement focuses on the screen, construction, durability, air integration and user interface, rather than on an independent […]
What to know before you dive Marine life identification adds a layer of curiosity to every dive, turning colors, movement, and quick underwater glimpses into a better understanding of species, behavior, and reef roles. 1 The source presents species divers may encounter in different regions of the world, including manta rays, nudibranchs, lionfish, and reef […]
A safe dive trip starts at home, because DAN says travel and dive preparations include factors that affect safety both before departure and after arrival at the destination.1 That means planning for accessibility, communication, documents, medical fitness and conservative decisions in the water.1 DAN World reminds divers that on every dive they should plan the […]
My 2023 underwater photography exhibition brought photographs from the Red Sea, Cuba and Palau to the gallery walls. Explore “Dive into the Silent World” through a short video tour and the stories behind the photographs, many now available as canvas prints.
Before You Dive Neutral buoyancy starts before you descend. Correct weighting, a relaxed body position and patient use of your buoyancy control device (BCD) lay the groundwork for better control underwater.12 If you cannot hold a steady depth, start by considering your weights, body position and BCD adjustments. Each can cause an unwanted yo-yo effect […]
SSI is incorporating DAN’s curriculum into its first aid courses, according to an announcement from DAN. The move brings dive training and first aid preparedness at dive sites closer together.1 SSI joins NAUI, IANTD and SEI among the training agencies that have adopted the Powered By DAN program.1 For divers, instructors and dive centers, this […]
Before You Dive Scuba diving takes more than swimming past colorful corals and marine life. It calls for practical skills that help you move through the water safely and efficiently.1 You learn these skills in an Open Water course, but certification is only the beginning. Keep practicing to build confidence in your diving technique.1 SSI’s […]
