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Is The Dive Industry Ready To Ride The Waves Of Change?

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11 years ago

May 31, 2014

In light of recent reports on climate change, many dive business owners are wondering what the future holds for scuba diving, travel and tourism. From June 2 to June 6, 2014, the Blue Ocean Business Summit brings together 21 award-winning scientists, authors, photographers, dive travel experts, resort owners and sustainable tourism experts from 7 different countries to examine the industry, ocean health, and what concerned stakeholders can do now to make a difference.

Special guest speakers include:

Dr. Carl Safina, host of Save the Ocean on PBS and award-winning author of Song for the Blue Ocean.
Dr. Wallace ‘J’ Nichols, scientist and author of Blue Mind (Little, Brown & Co.)
Shawn Heinrichs, Emmy Award winning cinematographer, photographer, and marine conservationist.

The Blue Ocean Business Summit is the brainchild of Laurie Wilson, founder of the Dive Travel Resource Group and Women Divers Hall of Fame inductee. “I created [the summit] to give like-minded people in the industry a safe place to go and ask for help in creating the dive business they want,” says Laurie. “If owners care about the future of the ocean, and their business, the goal of the summit is to focus on sustainable business practices that protect our beautiful blue planet.”

The Blue Ocean Business Summit is a free online event. For ocean people who want to know what’s going on under the radar in the diving world and get a head start on what’s to come, register at www.BlueOceanBusinessSummit.com. For those who cannot attend or want to go deeper, the Summit Resource Guide (along with replays) is available at a special pre-order rate of US $49.99 available at www.BlueOceanBusinessSummit.com.

For more information contact: BlueOceanBusinessSummit@gmail.com.

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Safety First: With Red Sea Liveaboard Scuba Scene, You’re in Good Hands (Watch Video)

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8 hours ago

March 17, 2025

Team Scubaverse

On his recent trip to dive with Scuba Scene, Jeff Goodman had a chat with the Red Sea liveaboard’s General Manager, Ahmed Fadel, about the vessel’s safety measures and how the wellbeing of their passengers is their top priority.

To book your next Red Sea dive adventure on with Scuba Scene, visit oysterdiving.com/trip/scuba-scene-red-sea-egypt.

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Explorer Ventures Liveaboard Fleet Announces Customer Appreciation Sale for Caribbean Explorer II

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4 days ago

March 14, 2025

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Buy One, Get One for $999 – Plus Special Savings for Solo Travelers

Explorer Ventures Fleet is celebrating divers and our friends who make it all possible with an exclusive Customer Appreciation Sale aboard the Caribbean Explorer II. This is the liveaboard itinerary that started it all in 1987, and there’s no better way to say thank you than with incredible savings on diving in Saba, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten.

Customer Appreciation Sale Details

Buy one full-price trip, bring a companion for $999
Solo travelers receive $800 off retail price
Caribbean Explorer II / Saba, St. Kitts & St. Maarten
Travel Window: August 1 – November 1, 2025
NO Blackout Departure Dates: Book any scheduled departure date within the travel window
Booking Deadline: March 31, 2025

Diving in this region offers a mix of dramatic underwater landscapes, intriguing marine life, and historic wrecks. The waters surrounding Saba Marine Park are home to towering pinnacles formed by ancient lava flows, sheer walls, and coral-covered seamounts, where reef sharks, turtles, eagle rays, and schooling fish are often spotted. Just across the channel, the dive sites of St. Kitts provide a variety of underwater scenery, from gently sloping reefs to spur-and-groove formations, with shipwrecks now serving as habitats for lobster, stingrays, and barracuda. With up to five dives per day, this itinerary offers a mix of exploration and adventure in the heart of the Caribbean.

Between dives, the islands offer even more to discover with Explorer Ventures Fleet’s optional land tours. Stroll through Saba’s Windwardside Village, where red-roofed cottages and lush mountain views create a picture-perfect setting. Take in the breathtaking scenery along “The Road That Couldn’t Be Built”, or visit a local glassblowing and art studio to see island creativity in action. The magic of the Caribbean extends beyond the water, and whether you’re diving beneath the waves or exploring these charming destinations, you’re sure to fall in love with the unique beauty.

This limited-time offer is the perfect excuse to grab a dive buddy and experience the best of Saba, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten at an unbeatable price. Book by March 31, 2025, to take advantage of these exclusive savings. www.explorerventures.com/saba-st-kitts/

Contact Information

Explorer Ventures Fleet

Email: info@explorerventures.com

Phone: 1.800.322.3577 (US/Canada), +1.307.235.0683

Website: www.explorerventures.com

About Explorer Ventures Fleet

Since 1987, Explorer Ventures Fleet has been redefining liveaboard diving, offering exceptional dive experiences across the globe. With a commitment to safety, sustainability, and top-tier service, the fleet provides divers with unforgettable access to some of the world’s most spectacular underwater destinations.