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Best Scuba Diving Regulators 2025 [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

Everyone wants to breathe safely underwater and the diving regulators allow you to do this. As a scuba diver, and in my opinion, your most important pieces of kit are your regulator, mask and computer. Purchasing a regulator may just be one of the most important purchases of your life. It’s no small investment and, … Read more

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Can You Scuba Dive with a Beard or Moustache?

It’s okay to scuba dive with a beard, I’ve taught numerous students with beards, and they’ve gotten along just fine. But there are some things that bearded divers should know before taking up scuba diving. Your facial hair could present potential issues and discomfort if you don’t get it right. Read on to find out … Read more

Cressi Giotto

Cressi Giotto Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

Famed for its ease of use, this robust and reliable computer is a pick for many recreational divers.  But before committing to this computer, you’ll want to hear my thoughts on the dive modes and battery life of this device.  The Giotto builds on the brilliant Leonardo.  Cressi have stepped up the game and integrated … Read more

Suunto D5

Best Air Integrated Dive Computers [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

Upgrading your computer to an air-integrated dive computer can be stressful and costly. It’s not an easy task and is one that should be done with due diligence. But luckily as long as you search for these key features, you’ll find the ideal air dive computer. Read on to find everything you need in your air-integrated computer. You can … Read more

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Vivida Changing Robe Review

There is no better feeling than getting out of the water after a cold water swim and cosying up inside a changing robe. In fact, there is, add a hot cup of tea to that mix and you’ve got yourself a perfect de-stressing and mind boosting formula. Most DryRobe alternatives tend to share similar features. … Read more

Birds Eye of Emperor Serenity

Emperor Serenity Review

You’ll be telling your friends and family about this trip for a long time to come, the dreamy Maldives liveaboard trip oozes elegance and excitement. If you’re looking for exhilarating dive sites, a variety of marine life and an all-round sought-after destination then this is the dive boat for you, but it doesn’t come without … Read more

Cressi Leonardo dive computer on arm

Cressi Leonardo Review [A PADI Instructor’s Test]

Its simple, yet functional design makes it the perfect introductory dive computer. If you are starting to dive or are an occasional recreational diver, the Cressi Leonardo dive computer is not to be ignored, its geared around new divers and is simple to work. Let’s take a closer look at what is, in my opinion, one … Read more

Best Belize Liveaboard- My 2025 Review

Belize is located between Guatemala and Mexico, in Central America. It’s relatively unknown to most that live outside of the continent.  But it’s finally receiving the plaudits it deserves, the picturesque destination is a great place for diving.  There are blue holes, shark alleys and other great sites, all in Belize. You don’t necessarily need … Read more

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Best Dive Computer for Beginners [PADI Instructor Tested]

Avoid this one common mistake that most newcomers make when searching for the best computer for beginner divers. You can also pick out easy-to-use, affordable and respectable models that I’ve listed. Find out more about the features that you need to look for in this guide and review in 2024 and how to avoid wasting your … Read more

Best Raja Ampat Liveaboard- Our 2025 Review & Dive Guide

Raja Ampat is in Indonesia and is often part of most diver’s bucket list. The diverse seas have become famous in recent times, this is down to the beautiful range of coral and the different species of fish. The problem is, it can be quite expensive. That’s why we have written up a full list … Read more