In this issue

Macro Mania
There’s something fascinating about seeing the underwater world up close, in all its glorious detail. Looking at images that bring out the colours, texture and detail of an animal in a single frame is in itself very compelling.

The Making Of A World Record-Breaking Diver

Descending more than 300 metres into the depths of the ocean may sound like a daunting prospect to even the most seasoned diver. But to one man, it was just another a challenge that he set for himself to see how far he was able to push the envelope.

6 mins

Risk Mitigation: Hose Failure

An unexpected outcome

3 mins

Top 10 Wrecks Of Asia-Pacific

We present a curated list of the top 10 most famous wrecks found in the Asia-Pacific region, listed in no particular order

3 mins

From The Medical Line: Diving After DCS

DAN medical information specaialists and researchers answer your dive medicine questions

4 mins

Cave Exploration: Beginning With The End In Mind

Building complex adventures on simple skills

9 mins

Dive Slate: Stay Safe On Board

When preparing for a dive, safety is at the top of the list – checking gear, learning potential site hazards and discussing procedures with your divemaster or buddy.

1 min

101 Tips On Becoming A Better Tek Diver

Technical diving takes divers beyond the typical recreational scuba diving limits, opening up many new and exciting possibilities.

10+ mins

TECHNICAL DIVING TIMELINE (1660–1999)

It’s fair to say that the emergence of “technical diving” in the late 1980s, that is, the introduction of mixed gas technology, and later mixed gas rebreathers to the sport diving community, represented the culmination of hundreds of years of scientific discovery and technological development.

10+ mins

FLYING AFTER DIVING

From the Safety Stop

2 mins

DIAGNOSING DECOMPRESSION ILLNESS

Incident Insight

3 mins

Dive In & Dig In

Dive the best destinations, then eat the best of what it has to offer

10+ mins

Wakayama: Diving The Land Of Water And Fire

Colourful corals meet bizarre cold water critters at the northernmost tropical reef in the world

8 mins

Diving Into Disruption

How the coronavirus pandemic is changing the dive industry

8 mins

Gear - New Gear Orientation

Whether you are a new diver buying your first set of gear or an experienced diver purchasing an updated piece of equipment, it is important to learn about that new gear. The same is true if you are renting gear on a trip. It is best practice to become familiar with the gear before diving with it in open water.

4 mins

From The Medical Line - Your Questions Answered

DAN medical information specialists and researchers answer your dive medicine questions

3 mins

Incident Insight - If You Can't Equalise, Abort

Sinus barotrauma can be very unpleasant

5 mins

From The Safety Stop - Navigating The Pandemic

The novel coronavirus pandemic has been one of the most widely life-altering events that many of us have ever experienced.

3 mins

Save The Beyond

Citizen’s PROMASTER line celebrates 30 years of adventure through tough terrain, ascending through crisp mountain air, and diving in the deep blue.

2 mins

Evaluating An Unfamiliar Dive Operator

Your first trip to a dive destination can engulf you in new experiences – unexplored sites, unfamiliar creatures and sometimes, unanticipated situations.

2 mins

Manta Social Network

In the last issue of Asian Diver magazine, we learned that Manta Rays in Bali were using different dive sites for different purposes, depending on their life stages. Now, the Marine Megafauna Foundation has uncovered the details of their social lives, like never before

3 mins

Snapping Up Thrills

A unique natural spectacle awaits divers in Palau, a land of contrasts and extremes where you can make your underwater dreams come true

6 mins

Ocean Lover's Dream: Papua New Guinea

In the north of Papua New Guinea, in the heart of the Coral Triangle, Lissenung Island offers dreamlike corals, surfing – and hope – to divers of all levels

3 mins

On The Brink DUGONGS

Information courtesy of The Dugong and Seagrass Conservation Project.

5 mins

Liquid Art

Get off the beaten track and dive into Sulawesi’s lesser-known underwater paradises... 

4 mins

Dan Was There For Me The Cavern Dive That Changed My Life

A serious case results in one DAN AP Member, a dive industry veteran of more than 30 years and a PADI Course Director, having to make the life-altering decision to stop diving.

5 mins

Life Aquatic A Perfect Storm of Warm

The bizarre consequences of a warming world can no longer be ignored.

4 mins

Flashy Indeed!

A little dive site puts on a grand show for some of the famous people in fish ID.

2 mins

Women In Science: Stemming The Tide Of Gender Inequality

“Queen of the Mantas” Andrea Marshall shares powerful insights into the subtle challenges facing women in the sciences.

10 mins

The Hallmark Of Adventure

Michele Hall’s journey to becoming part of one of the world’s most pioneering underwater filmmaking duos was an unexpected one, inspired by love – of the ocean, of adventure, and of the man who became both her creative and life partner.

6 mins

The Denial That Damaged My Brain

Even though DCS might seem subtle, it could be serious.

7 mins

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Scuba Diver International Magazine Description:

Scuba Diver International Magazine is the premier dive magazine in the world, providing readers with everything they need to know about exploring our fascinating oceans. Published six times a year, the magazine covers a wide range of topics, including:

* Dive destinations: Scuba Diver International features in-depth travel guides to the world's top dive destinations, from the coral reefs of the Caribbean to the shipwrecks of the Mediterranean.
* Marine life: The magazine provides detailed profiles of marine life from all over the world, from sharks and rays to turtles and fish.
* Dive techniques: Scuba Diver International offers expert advice on dive techniques, from buoyancy control to underwater photography.
* Dive gear: The magazine reviews the latest dive gear, from fins and masks to regulators and buoyancy compensators.
* Conservation: Scuba Diver International is committed to marine conservation, and the magazine regularly features articles on how divers can help to protect our oceans.

Scuba Diver International is a must-read for any diver, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned veteran. With its informative articles, stunning photography, and expert advice, the magazine is the ultimate guide to exploring the underwater world.