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New speakers announced for Sea Shepherd UK’s 40th Anniversary Gala in London

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Join Sea Shepherd UK for an unforgettable evening at the world famous 19th Century tea clipper ‘Cutty Sark’ at the Greenwich Maritime Museum on 16 September 2017 for a celebration of 40 years of direct action by Sea Shepherd.

The main event is within the museum’s unique dry dock beneath the stunning copper hull of the legendary sailing ship Cutty Sark, the world’s sole surviving composite tea clipper and fastest ship of her time – and you can also explore the decks for at least an hour during the evening.

The evening includes a series of talks including from:

  • Captain Adam Meyerson – Veteran ship captain Sea Shepherd Global coming in from the USA
  • Captain Alex Cornelissen – CEO of Sea Shepherd Global coming in from the Netherlands
  • Sam Carter – Architects and Sea Shepherd UK Ambassador
  • Captain Paul Watson – Founder of Sea Shepherd – speaking via weblink and introduced by Yana and Tiger Watson

Enjoy amazing vegan food as well as a complimentary drink on arrival created by award winning chef Suzanne James – London’s distinctly British eco-friendly caterer.

There is a fundraising auction with unique and exclusive items on offer including:

  • ‘The Sea Necklace’ specially created for our gala by the talented artist jeweller Steven Medhurst made from fairtrade precious metals and recycled gemstones
  • ‘Guardians’ – an original 3D painting incorporating the Sea Shepherd logo behind Minke whales by British marine life artist Nick O’Neill
  • ‘Hidden Deep’ – an original ocean conservation themed painting from Saatchi listed award winning artist, photographer and environmentalist Geoff Francis
  • ‘Lifedance’ – a framed photograph previously exhibited at the Greenwich Maritime Museum also from Saatchi listed award winning artist, photographer and environmentalist Geoff Francis
  • ‘Whale Bay, Antarctica No.2’ framed and signed print by acclaimed USA artist Zaria Forman
  • and more including Sea Shepherd unique items and luxury powerboat cruise offers, with all items listed in an online brochure released 4 weeks prior to the event…

Dress code is ‘smart casual’ (or even smarter if you like!) and there will be Sea Shepherd directors, crew and volunteers (including from European countries) on hand to meet and talk to.

  • Date – 16th September 2017 
  • Time – 19:00hrs to 23:00hrs
  • Location – Cutty Sark, Greenwich Maritime Museum, King William Walk, London, SE10 9HT

Click here to book tickets and find out more!

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Stay Longer for Less at Temple Point, Kenya with Dive Worldwide

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Dive Worldwide has recently introduced Kenya to its portfolio of dive destinations, making it a new must-visit for divers. The company has chosen Temple Point Resort, located in Watamu, a small town on Kenya’s Indian Ocean Coast. The resort embodies the spirit of Kenya, with thatched roof buildings and bright white interiors, complemented with local art. The Creek Deluxe rooms enjoy a creek view and sunset vistas, whilst Boutique Garden rooms offer peace nestled in lush greenery.

An abundance of activities such as golf, stand up paddleboarding and kite surfing await those looking for action; while those in search of rejuvenation may partake in a range of yoga classes, or indulge in the spa. Spend evenings dining poolside dining or lazing in hammocks suspended over the creek; there is no detail missed at Temple Point.

The waters surrounding Temple Point Resort are bustling with life, however, there is also an opportunity to explore on dry land. Tsavo National Park is close enough for a day safari, allowing guests to double up on the wildlife experiences Kenya has to offer, from elephants to whale sharks.

Suggested Dive Itinerary: Dive and Discover Kenya

Embark on an adventure to one of Africa’s finest marine parks, Watamu, the first of its kind in the continent. Created in 1968, Watamu offers excellent diving and snorkelling for those of all experience levels. Lively coral reefs and the surrounding waters are home to over 1,000 species of fish, devil rays, mantas, whale sharks, dolphins and turtles.

DEAL: Stay 12 nights for the price of 10 at Temple Point Resort

Price: Dive and Discover Kenya now costs £2295pp, saving £150 per person. Including international flights from the UK, 12 nights’ B&B (for the price of 10), transfers, 5 days, 10 dive pack, tanks and weights. Based on travel in September ONLY. https://www.diveworldwide.com/trip-ideas/dive-discover-kenya#details

For more information visit: diveworldwide.com or call 01962 302 087

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Dive Worldwide Announces Bite-Back as its Charity of the Year

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Over the next 12 months, specialist scuba holiday company Dive Worldwide will be supporting Bite-Back Shark & Marine Conservation with donations collected from client bookings to any one of its stunning dive destinations around the world. The independently-owned operator expects to raise £3000 for the UK charity.

Manager at Dive Worldwide, Phil North, said: “We’re especially excited to work with Bite-Back and support its intelligent, creative and results-driven campaigns to end the UK trade in shark products and prompt a change in attitudes to the ocean’s most maligned inhabitant.”

Bite-Back is running campaigns to hold the media to account on the way it reports shark news along with a brand new nationwide education programme. Last year the charity was credited for spearheading a UK ban on the import and export of shark fins.

Campaign director at Bite-Back, Graham Buckingham, said: “We’re enormously grateful to Dive Worldwide for choosing to support Bite-Back. The company’s commitment to conservation helps set it apart from other tour operators and we’re certain its clients admire and respect that policy. For us, the affiliation is huge and helps us look to the future with confidence we can deliver against key conservation programmes.”

To launch the fundraising initiative, Phil North presented Graham Buckingham with a cheque for £1,000.

Visit Dive Worldwide to discover its diverse range of international scuba adventures and visit Bite-Back to learn more about the charity’s campaigns.

MORE INFORMATION

Call Graham Buckingham on 07810 454 266 or email graham@bite-back.com

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