As a father, I’ve often dreamed of the day that I might take my daughter, Carmen, on her first scuba dive. After all, I love both with all my heart. In the future, when she’s ready, the diver side of my personality will dive ecstatically by her side, but the parent side will be a bit worried too, since being underwater is something that I approach with a healthy dose of respect.

With an overabundance of unexplored caves, karsts and lengthy
underground rivers; seas littered with the remains of mysterious vessels
that, over the centuries, have fallen victim to storm, piracy and war;
deep ocean basins and drop-offs, and reefs that teem with exotic life
forms, Asia’s growing reputation as a diving destination without
equal – one that’s rich in exploration opportunities – is well deserved.

Appealing to both divers and non-divers alike, this issue encapsulates the many myths and legends across the seas. Get spooked by mythical creatures of the undersea and their existent counterparts, as well as whet your appetite with our feature on eating your way through the different dive destinations. Our special on Virus + Diving will also highlight the current plight of the industry, as well as what measures and initiatives are being undertaken to combat this adversity.

Plunging from a world of land and sky, filtered light beneath the surface is made placid in the depths. But what if you can see each layer, all put together? This is the beauty of split shots, encapsulated in this issue through renowned photographers who are excellent in their craft. Along with this, the best of underwater and blackwater photography are stitched together, and this Collectors’ Edition of Scuba Diver Ocean Planet is one that is chock-full of breathtaking images taken by Photography Gurus around the world.

Picking the best gear for yourself is no easy decision in today's saturated market. That's why Scuba Diver has put together the ultimate guide for any diver who needs help gearing up. From exclusive launches to pocket-friendly picks, you won't want to miss out on this essential guide.

There is so much to chose from in this edition of Asian Diver magazine, we’re calling it 101 Dive Sites to Inspire. Start with our 10-Year Dive Plan, and finish by daydreaming along to our Favourite Coral Dives of the World. In this issue, we also bring readers along on the Most Thrilling Dives experienced by a few of the world’s top underwater photographers, and to far off exotic destinations like Bali and the Mariana Islands. We then go for a Dip in Darkwaters and emerge to celebrate the winners of the Voice of the Ocean Competition 2019.

The ocean constitutes over 90 percent of habitable space on the planet. By the year 2100, without significant changes, more than half of the world’s marine species may be on the brink of extinction. Scuba Diver OCEAN PLANET Through the Lens Collector’s Edition celebrates the magnificence of Earth’s threatened marine species by taking a closer look at the fragile beauty of 25 of these resplendent creatures in their natural habitats through the eyes of the world’s most talented underwater photographers.

As the importance of the oceans fade amidst the hustle and bustle of life, Asian Diver endeavours to be its mouthpieace, bringing its voice to life with underwater tales that are yet to be told.

To celebrate World Oceans Day, Scuba Diver will explore the world’s most precious underwater destinations with a trip around the planet’s protected marine sites. Packed with the most beautiful photography and comprehensive info on what makes these locations so special, this record of our oceans at their best will be a must-keep edition. 

From the awe-inspiring great white to the adorable dogfish sharks, Scuba Diver Ocean Planet presents a collection of images from some of the most talented underwater photographers across the globe. These individuals have united with the same vision – to see our sharks saved. Featuring the smallest, fiercest, friendliest, and rarest sharks, let these images attest to the true nature of sharks in this Collector's Edition.

Dive into the unique, wild and whacky experiences of underwater photographers and divers from around the world. From epic pelagic stories to first-time jitters, readers will be in for a treat in this special edition of Scuba Diver Australasia + Ocean Planet. 

Lost cities, sunken galleons, underwater museums, and underwater art exhibitions, SDAA+OP brings readers tales of wonder, history and art from the bottom of the sea.

Honouring the people and organisations harnessing the power of diving to help protect the planet, this special edition celebrates the winners of the ADEX Blue & Green Awards! Explore gorgeous marine protected areas around the world, learn about what it takes to be a change maker, and see some of the world's most stunning images of our beautiful blue planet.

Dedicated to Women in Diving: In a male-dominated world, meet the “sisters of the sea” who are leading the way, doing it for themselves, and for the oceans! The waters, and the pages of SD’s next issue, are full of pioneering women like the world famous marine biologists “Her Deepness” Dr Sylvia Earle and “Queen of the Mantas” Dr Andrea Marshall, as well as masters of underwater photography like Jennifer Hayes, Amanda Cotton and Lia Barrett. Meet the female film makers, conservationists and mermaids who will be at ADEX 2017. Hear their stories, be awed by their work– dive in to an underwater world of girl power!

No journeys on Earth are more epic than those that take place in the vast blue beyond. Join SDAA on extraordinary migrations of marine mage fauna, and prepare to level-up your wanderlust with tales of sea safaris through the most exciting waters of the world. Some journeys will change you forever, SDAA’s next issue might do the same.

The next issue of Scuba Diver OCEAN PLANET is jam-packed with islands, liveaboards and remote locations, not to mention fantastic photography with veteran shooters Kurt Amsler and Amos Nachoum. Visit remote Greenland, St. Kilda and Truk Lagoon, head west to Bonaire, play with orcas in the Galapagos or take a long weekend getaway from Madrid or Bangkok. Erin Quigley gives an in depth photographic guide to the Maldives plus much more in Scuba Diver OCEAN PLANET, your complete travel guide.

Dipping below the surface we enter a trippy, zero-gravity state beyond even Lewis Carroll’s wildest imagination. SDAA now brings you some of the most incredible, fantastical underwater seascapes, topography that defies logic, and the creatures that seem to have emerged from a fairy-tale land.

From mysterious mangroves, dramatic ravines, canyons and caves, fields of insanely colourful coral, and reef formations that seem to defy common sense.

We take you up close and personal to the beasts behind the myths (the dugongs and walruses), to trippy critters that even the Cheshire cat couldn’t have predicted (neon nudibranchs, of course!). Meet the real Moby Dick (Migaloo), and explore seascapes in Sulawesi that Salvador Dali might have dreamed up. Time to leave reason at the surface. 

Are you on a budget or indulging in some luxury? This SDOP issue suits all; from camping in Scotland to sheer indulgence in St. Lucia. Check out how a photography pro travels, go faraway to  San Benedicto with the magnificent giant oceanic mantas, take a weekend break in Sydney or Florida or try something different in Lembeh. Diverse photographic opportunities in California, sea lions in Mexico, submerged ancient Roman ruins in Italy, book and video reviews - all this and much, much more. Dive in, chill out and plan your next diving adventure with Scuba Diver OCEAN PLANET, your complete dive travel guide.

Get "Castaway" from it all with an island adventure with this SDAA's Tiny Islands issue! Discover the most magical island getaways in Asia Pacific, and learn about the lure of Japan's tropical paradise - Ishigaki - where mantas and critters compete for your attention. Find out how salty the ocean really is, get the low down on drift diving, and find out what to pack in your fist aid kit before you venture off the grid. For all this as well as some of the world's best underwater photography and much more, grab your copy now!

SDOP begins the year with a complete refresh: an eye-catching new design, awesome new sections, and a new travel-friendly format! In this issue, we bring you face to face with the big animals and the little critters in our compilation of 20 of the planet’s most sensational dives, we give you a rundown of the Coral Triangle’s most-prized macro subjects, and our new Through The Lens section includes a comprehensive underwater photographer’s guide to Indonesia’s stunning Raja Ampat. Plus: This issue introduces the main features of this year’s bigger-than-ever Asia Dive Expo (ADEX), including the awesome photo and video talks, and the fantastic Film and Book Festivals! Grab your copy today!

The magazine that brings you everything you need to get yourself underwater this year is finally here! Featuring "61 Reasons Why You Need to Dive in 2016" (so that you can answer those disbelievers once and for all) the annual Diveaholics Buyers Guide is again full of all the gear and gadgets that you need to fix your kit cravings, as well as the low down on the places you need to get to. With a directory of operators in the hottest destinations, from the buzziest to the most remote and least explored, whatever floats your dive boat, SDAA has it covered. Get your copy now! 

Through The Lens Special Edition
122 INSPIRING SHOOTERS YOU SHOULD KNOW 

Presenting 17 shooters that have changed the game for underwater photography

1–2. Hans & Lotte Hass  3. Bruce Mozert  4. Luis Marden  5. Jacques-Yves Cousteau  6. Charles Martin  7. Ernie Brooks  8. Stan Waterman 9. David Doubilet  10. Bates Littlehales  11–12. Ron & Valerie Taylor  13–14. Michele & Howard Hall  15. Paul Nicklen  16. Brian Skerry  17. Akira Tateishi

INSPIRING SHOOTERS
A showcase of 105 inspirational underwater photographers that should be on your radar
(This list is not intended to be definitive, nor is it a ranking. This is simply presented as a selection of inspiring underwater shooters, from around the world, arranged alphabetically by surname.)

1. Eduardo Acevedo  2. Imran Ahmad  3. Kurt Amsler  4. Michael Aw  5. Roland Bach  6. Laurent Ballesta  7. Franco Banfi  8. Mike Bartick 9. Rico Besserdich  10. Daniel Botelho  11. Todd Bretl  12. Jett Britnell  13. Fred Buyle  14. Seth Casteel  15. Giorgio Cavallaro  16. Eric Cheng  17. Cathy Church  18. Brandon Cole  19. Amanda Cotton  20. Bill Curtsinger  21. Ellen Cuylaerts  22. Ethan Daniels  23. Jacques De Vos  24–25. Anna & Ned DeLoach  26. Christian Dimitrius  27. Matt Doggett  28. Todd Essick  29. David Fleetham  30. Jürgen Freund  31. Tobias Friedrich   32. Stephen Frink  33. Lynn Funkhouser  34. Mauricio Handler  35. Jennifer Hayes  36. Jill Heinerth  37. Shawn Heinrichs  38. Paul Hilton  39. Yoshi Hirata  40. Tim Ho  41. Zena Holloway  42. Jason Isley  43. Henry Jager  44. Darren Jew  45. Steve Jones  46–47. Burt Jones & Maurine Shimlock  48. Elena Kalis  49. Alex Kirkbride  50. Noam Kortler  51. Emory Kristof  52. Gregory Lecoeur  53. René Lippmann  54. Viktor Lyagushkin  55. Robert Margaillan  56. Richard Meng  57. Todd Mintz  58. Adriano Morettin  59. Alex Mustard  60. Amos Nachoum  61. Chris Newbert  62. Flip Nicklin  63. Chuck Nicklin 64. Gianni Pecchiar 65. Doug Perrine  66. Thomas Peschak  67. Wolfgang Poelzer  68. Scott Portelli  69. Norbert Probst  70. Tim Rock  71. Nuno Sá  72. Anders Salesjö  73. Andrew Sallmon  74. Nicholas Samaras  75. Howard Schatz  76. Douglas David Seifert  77. Christian Skauge  78. Michaela Skovranova  79. Harald Slauschek  80. Matthew Smith  81. Marty Snyderman  82. Mark Strickland  83. Bartosz Stróżyński  84. Yorko Summer  85. Indra Swari  86. William Tan  87. Werner Thiele  88. Vincent Truchet  89. Scott Tuason  90. Takako Uno  91. Pasquale Vassallo  92. Mike Veitch  93. Carlos Villoch  94. Allison Vitsky  95. Christian Vizl  96. Michele Westmoorland  97. Berkley White  98. Keri Wilk  99. Todd Winner  100. Aaron Wong  101. Stephen Wong  102. Wu Lixin  103. Norbert Wu  104. Tony Wu  105. Alexey Zaitsev

From world record dives, to record breaking creatures we find the smallest, biggest, deepest, oldest, newest and much more! We journey around the region recording the record-breaking geography, zoology, and human activity to be found in Asia-Pacific.

EDGY & EXTREME
Riding diving's bleeding edge with extreme environments and high adrenaline encounters. From cave diving to orcas, remote adventures in the Solomons and oceans on the brink in Africa, SDOP also gets super cutting edge in TTL with 360 degree, interactive virtual reality underwater video! 

Scuba Diver AUSTRALASIA gets its Darwin on. We meet some of the most striking examples of evolution in action under the waves in Asia Pacific, we chart the development of our oceans’ ancient, most well-adapted predator, the shark, and find out how other creatures are perfectly designed for their dinners. Come on a journey to Tubbataha, one of the best protected MPAs in the world, that has evolved to become one of the most pristine dive destinations on the planet, and follow the development of diving in the region - a story that starts over 2,000 years ago.

Reef check Malaysia, Eyes wide up, The greatest shoal on earth, Super Spawners, Hope Springs in the sea of Cortez, Waters of Abundance and more...

In SDAA’s “Diving Green” issue, we bring you all things eco scuba. From how to travel, to where and how to dive, case studies of destinations that are making a difference, we also address the challenging question of what’s stopping us from making the changes we need to make to protect our oceans. If you want to use your diving to save the seas, this one’s for you.

Titled 'Celebrity Seas' this issue presents The World of Underwater Film &TV;
Featuring a world exclusive interview with Sir David Attenborough, the Godfather of Nature documentaries, this is a must-read edition featuring the seas that have been featured on screens - big and small around the world, and recognition of the esteemed people behind the cameras.

Paying homage to the incredible achievements of the legendary Jacques-Yves Cousteau, and diving pioneer Professor Hans Hass with comprehensive timelines of their careers, we also dive in the footsteps of James Bond in the Bahamas; visit the little Greek island of Amorgos, location of the cult classic freediving film 'The Big Blue', and visit the little island where the live shark scenes from Jaws were filmed.

 We descend into the depths of the Mozambique Channel with Hans Has Fifty Fathoms Award winner Laurent Ballesta in search of the coelacanth, the dino-fish that was thought to have been extinct for over 65 million years, and we journey back in time with the celebrated filmmaker and shark expert Valerie Taylor with a nail-biting extract from the dairy she kept while on location filming Blue Water White Death – the first ever documentary to contain 35mm footage of the great white.

We think that Asia Pacific’s diving really is the best in the world, and we have given you just 20 of the hundreds (thousands?) of examples that back up this bold claim. We’ve also put together a comprehensive list of dive operators that can get you out there to see all of this undersea wonder for your self.

And of course, we’ve scoured the world of gear and gadgets to bring you the newest and best (read: most covet-worthy) equipment for 2015.

Ocean watch, Subject spotlight, the Original oral kingdom, Strobe starter, into the fluoro dimension, Light the cornerstone of image capture, Ban the cyan ....

WORLD RECORDS
We journey around the region recording the record breaking geography, zoology, and human activity that is to be found in Asia-Pacific. From word record dives, to record breaking creatures we find the smallest, biggest, deepest, oldest, newest and much more!

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Working with the world's best underwater photographers and journalists, premier dive magazine Scuba Diver sets the standard by which all other dive magazines are judged. For the modern diver who wants to discover everything they need to know about exploring our fascinating oceans, both in Asia and around the world. Travel destinations, where to find spectacular marine-life, what equipment you need, dive techniques plus news on discoveries and environmental issues - Scuba Diver has it all.

Scuba Diver Australasia and Ocean Planet are alternating titles with 4 issues each per year. While SD Australasia stays true to its roots with editorial coverage exclusively from the Asia Pacific region, Ocean Planet shines a light on top diving destinations from around the world.

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