Global Dive Guide

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05/11/2017

31/10/2017

It looks like the giant trevally just became this week's super-predator!

UK: First episode starts 8pm Sunday BBC One. Nordics and Asia : simulcasting on BBC Earth. USA: Early 2018 on BBC America. Details here www.bbcearth.com/blue...

28/10/2017

Pictures paint a thousand words!

04/08/2017

Wow - just some of the reasons why we have chosen the Misool Foundation as one of our favourite conservation projects in Asia!

It's Friday! We're celebrating by bringing you some fun and fascinating facts about Raja Ampat's plentiful reefs.

Raja Ampat is known as the Amazon of the Ocean. It’s also been called the fish factory of The Coral Triangle. There are more species of fish in Raja Ampat than anywhere else. And Misool has often been named as the jewel in the crown of Raja Ampat’s astounding marine biodiversity.

Many of these species are endemic, rare, or never previously described. We’ve crunched the numbers for you. Please feel free to quote these at any upcoming dinner parties or during your next dive trip.

1,564 - the number of species of reef fish described in Raja Ampat's 40,000 square kilometers/1 million acres

500 - the number of species of reef fish described in the Caribbean's 2,754,000 sq km/680 million acres

200:1 - relative density of fish species in Raja Ampat vs. the Caribbean

19 - the number of new species of ‘restricted range endemics’ described at least in part in Misool in the past 10 years.

3 - species (one described, two undescribed) that are currently known ONLY from Misool

4 - the number of pygmy seahorse species found in Misool

2 - the manta species which visit us and 3 for the colour variant (10 points if you can name them?)

300,000 - the number of acres that make up Misool Marine Reserve and provides sanctuary for all marine life, large and small

Photo by Juergen Freund Photography

31/07/2017

DESTINATION TUSTNA, NORWAY

Kim Davidsson and Captain Kenth Linstrand check and assist fellow diver, Carl Ziegler, as he returns to the boat after a deep CCR dive on his JJ-CCR rebreather.

The fjords of Norway offer fantastic diving for all levels from beginner to advanced, and Tustna is no exception. Divers can expect dramatic scenery with steep walls, deep canyons, and boulder formations. Sloping sand banks and kelp forests are filled with an abundant and varied array of marine life providing some incredible photographic opportunities. So there are plenty of reasons to come and enjoy Tustna's diverse topography and beautiful seascapes.

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Photographer: Christer Karlsson
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Photograph take at: Rednose, Tustna

27/07/2017

CAVERNS OF THE RIVIERA MAYA - EL PIT

One of the most magical dives you could ever experience can be found nestled amongst the rich, green foliage of the Yucatan jungle.

Photographer and Global Dive Guide android developer, Tom St George, has become something of an expert in capturing the magnificence of one of the Riviera Maya's most stunning dive sites, staging not only his own shoots but also advising and assisting on commercial shoots showcasing El Pit's impressive, light-filled water column and stunning limestone formations.

Find out all you need about diving El Pit and more of the caverns of the Riviera Maya at www.globaldiveguide.com. Our dive shop listings also provide local dive shop information including opening times, contact details and in-app links to dive shop web pages.

You really don't need to go anywhere else to find ALL the information you require to plan your next diving adventures.

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Photographer: Tom St George (www.tomstgeorge.com)
Model: Julia Gugelmeier
Photo taken at: El Pit

24/07/2017

The much-loved mimic octopus clearly isn't as cute as we think!

22/07/2017

You can't be an apex predator unless you have super-powers!

14/07/2017

Chasing Coral is now streaming globally as a Netflix Original Documentary. Watch it today! www.chasingcoral.com

15/06/2017

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a blood clot (a "thrombus") forms in one or more of the body's deep veins, usually in the legs. If a clot breaks free and travels through the circulatory system, it can lead to life-threatening conditions.

12/06/2017

Why is it that we are so obsessed with these romantic, curious but deadly little fish? Although they appear to be terrible swimmers they are in fact very effectively shaped for silent stealth in the water and command an almost perfect predatory kill rate. Masters of disguise they can be hard for inexperienced divers to spot although a keen eye will track even the tiniest of pigmies tucked out of sight, tail tightly curled around a gorgonian frond.

Whilst there are plenty of creatures out there that find seahorses particularly tasty including stingrays, crabs and even penguins, sadly their most threatening predators are human - through both the destruction of their environment and the vain pursuit of using them for jewelry or ornamental decoration.

Be mindful when you are lucky enough to spot one of these delightful little fish, their mating displays and dances last for days and, whilst mesmerizing to watch, if interrupted they may not complete their courtship.



Photographer: Sue Goodman
Photo taken at: Puerto Galera, Philippines
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08/06/2017

HEY!!! Did somebody say ?

Don't forget the small stuff!!!

We pledge to donate 20% of our profits to marine conservation. You can help too by finding us at www.globaldiveguide.com to start collecting your own library of dive destinations today!

Photographer: Sue Goodman
Photo taken: Puerto Galera, Pilippines

07/06/2017

We are supporting the Misool Foundation because we love the work that they are doing in conserving the reefs, manta and shark populations in Raja Ampat, one of the world's most magnificent and diverse marine eco-systems.

Head to www.misoolfoundation.org and see for yourselves how the Misool Foundation are working together with their local communities in promoting sustainable tourism and preserving the natural beauty of their incredible marine park.

DONATE before 9th June and your donation will be DOUBLED!

Misool Foundation and our partner WildAid have joined forces during World Oceans Week and any donation you make to Misool Foundation will be doubled.

Help us to protect the world's richest reefs and double your impact today.

US Donors: Head over to WildAid's page to donate on the dedicated fundraising page.

International Donors: Donate via Misool Foundation's PayPal account - http://www.misool.org/donate

Or you can donate via WildAid's website but DON'T FORGET to select Misool/Daram from the drop-down list to ensure that we receive your donation.

http://weblink.donorperfect.com/wildaid_donate

28/04/2017

Some posts simply MUST to be shared!

Scientists recently tracked eight baby whales using special sound and movement recorders. The sounds the babies made turned out to be far different from the eerie songs of adult male humpbacks.

08/04/2017

It is that time of the year again, Laurent and Vincent arrive tomorrow for 10 days of great diving and awesome pictures!!

07/03/2017

25/01/2017

CAVE DIVING YUCATAN PENINSULAR - CARWASH

'Room of Tears' is one of oldest and most famous cave dives located in the Tulum area of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsular. Originally found and explored by Parker Turner and Mike Madden the Room of Tears features a magnificent, highly decorated room filled with classic, white formations.

Having recently welcomed Ryan King to our expanding team of content partners we are delighted to share his stunning image of the 'Room of Tears' which also features inside our in-app Carwash destination.

Find out more about how you can access YOUR OWN comprehensive guide to cave diving in Cenote Carwash - including detailed descriptions and an interactive STICK-MAP by visiting us at www.globaldiveguide.com

Photographer: Ryan King
Photograph taken in: Room of Tears, Carwash
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14/01/2017

Even now, when we are living through such sad times of large-scale environmental and biodiversity loss, there are still wonders to be discovered...

Researchers at Scripps Oceanography and the Western Australian Museum capture on video the first-ever field sighting of the newly discovered third species of...

19/12/2016

COMING SOON - THE BEST OF ICELAND!

Diving in the 'land of fire and ice' is one of the most exhilarating trips you can take, showcasing glacial melt water, volcanic lakes and amazing marine life, from teeny-tiny nudibranchs to enormous humpback whales. Time to shake out the drysuit and experience one of the world's most extreme diving environments!

Head to www.globaldiveguide.com to explore Iceland and more of the fantastic destinations available on the Global Dive Guide app.

Photo taken by: Byron Conroy
Photo taken at: Silfra Fissure

05/12/2016

So just what do you do when the ocean won't let you in to play on America's east coast?

Everyone get back in the truck! Cameras, scooters, lights... CHECK!

Diving a mine is a great option, and so long as it's cold enough outside the visibility can be pretty good too!

Photographer: Heather Knowles

05/12/2016

Global Dive Guide - Komodo content partner, Jo Marlow, has been working closely with the Misool Baseftin Foundation in Raja Ampat. Here is a small glimpse of the incredible work that they do in bringing communities together to protect their local environment; proving yet again that it's only when we work together that the magic happens.

On 30 October 2016, Misool Eco Resort’s Ranger Patrol intercepted a ten-ton fishing boat within one of our No-Take-Zones. Together with the Marine Police, ou...

04/12/2016

Working hard at bringing first class images to our Reefs of the Riviera Maya destination, Global Dive Guide photographer Tom St George sets off from Akumal beach in search of Turtles. Luckily Tom has enlisted the help of Akumal Dive Centre's most experienced boat captain to assist him on his mission!

Photo taken by: Kay Lewis
Photo take at: Akumal, Riviera Maya

28/11/2016

Lebanon is RELEASED!

We are both delighted and very excited to now launch our latest collection, Lebanon - Centre to our exciting library of Global Dive Guide destinations.

This fantastic new destination is available NOW at www.globaldiveguide.com.

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Artwork: Imad Farhat

24/11/2016

NEW RELEASE - DESTINATION LEBANON-CENTRE

We are now in LEBANON!

We are both delighted and very excited to now launch our latest collection, Lebanon - Centre to our exciting library of Global Dive Guide destinations.

We have been working hard in collaboration with Imad Farhat to bring to you, our global diving community, this incredible East Mediterranean destination packed full with informative dive data including site descriptions, wreck history and statistics and great underwater and historical images. Destination Lebanon - Centre provides you with everything you need to plan your next, great diving adventure.

Find out more about diving in Lebanon by visiting us at: www.globaldiveguide.com.

Photographer: Imad Farhat
Photo taken at: 'Personnel Military Carrier'

16/11/2016

Global Dive Guide resident photographer, Tom St George (www.tomstgeorge.com), put the Underworld Tulum Cave Camp attendees through their paces with a photography workshop recently. Underwater photography in an overhead environment, without any natural light is a very tricky business!

Photo take at: Cenote Carwash, Tulum
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15/11/2016

We at Global Dive Guide are absolutely committed to the promotion of diver safety and will always advocate good diving practices to keep both our selves and our environment safe and free from harm.

Last week, our very own Kim Davidsson was invited along to the Cave Camp Rescue Workshop presented by Lanny Vogel at Underworld Tulum, to share and discuss his insights with the Cave Camp rescue attendees, into a recent cavern diving accident. (www.underworldtulum.com)

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Photographer: Tom St George
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14/11/2016

CAVES OF THE YUCATAN PENINSULAR - CARWASH - ACTUN HA -
'A MAGIC WORLD'

Stretching down through Mexico's Yucatan Peninsular, a vast expanse of underground river systems present some of the most extraordinarily beautiful and diverse cave diving on the planet.

Jaime De La Puerta Salazar and Tamara Lelani May of Protec Tulum (www.protecdiving.com) take us on a journey through downstream Actun Ha to explore the prehistoric fire pit of Chamber of the Ancients and the equisite formations of the White Room.

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Video edited by: Jaime De La Puerta Salazar
Video taken at: Cenote Carwash - Actun Ha
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Cenote Carwash - Downstream to Chamber of the Ancients Filmed and Edited by Jaime De La Puerta Salazar

09/11/2016

COMING SOON

At Global Dive Guide HQ we are lining up exciting, new destinations for launch over the coming weeks.

Don't forget to check us out at www.globaldiveguide for further updates on our unique and exclusive new releases.

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Global Dive Guide is a unique, comprehensive and user friendly virtual dive guide that provides you with everything you need to start planning your next exci...

08/11/2016

DESTINATION LEBANON - COMING SOON

Thanks to the collaboration, commitment and hard work of Imad Farhat, (Imad Farhat photography), destination Lebanon is scheduled for release very soon! Destination Lebanon will be a unique collection of sites covering the central wrecks and reefs of Lebanon.

Imad began diving in 2008, driven by his inquisitive nature to participate in the preliminary training that would enable him to explore what lay beneath the water’s surface. Once hooked, Imad’s passion gained pace, pushing him further beyond the realms of recreational diving to pursue multiple disciplines ranging from mixed gas training with Leigh Cunningham to technical cave training with ProTec Dive Centres, Mexico and re-breather training with David Armstrong. Imad has acquired proficiency in both back-mount and side-mount configurations, and remains steadfast in his commitment to continually maintain and improve his level of skill and competency through training with GUE.

Imad has now focused his attention on assisting in the conservation and preservation of some of the world’s most pristine, but sadly challenged, underwater environments by investing in the education of future generations. Using innovative technology, Imad is striving towards cultivating a deeper understanding of how negative human behaviours impact our most precious oceans and waterways and threaten the fragile existence of the global ecosystem.

We are sure that our global diving community will be as excited as we are that Imad will be providing us with the opportunity to discover the superb wrecks and reefs that the East Mediterranean has to offer.

Photographer: Imad Farhat