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Dive Worldwide Announces Amazing Special Offers For Travel This Summer

UK-based tour operator Dive Worldwide has announced some amazing special offers for travel this Summer.
LIVEABOARD HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Celebrate the launch of the new Raja Ampat Aggressor in Indonesia and save a staggering 50%
The Raja Ampat Aggressor begins operating in eastern Indonesia in August 2015. The boat cruises the world-class diving region of Raja Ampat, combining the best dive sites of Dampier Strait, Fam, Mansuar and the awesome dive sites of Misool. Highlights include the manta cleaning station near Mansuar and the huge schools of fish near Farondi.
Price: from £2,825 per person based on two sharing (saving £950 per couple), including Emirates flights from London Gatwick, 7 nights’ full board cabin accommodation, daily diving and transfers. Valid on the following dates: 11 to 18 September (7 nights), 19 to 29 September (10 nights), 30 September to 10 October (10 nights). 50% saving on boat only when two people travel together. Book by 14 August 2015.
- Komodo liveaboard deals on Mermaid and Komodo Dancer – save 10%. Book by 14 August.
- Free & Easy Summer Pass in Maldives and Turks & Caicos – with benefits including discounted boat price, free domestic flights, a free hotel night and free nitrox. Book by 31 August.
RESORT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Savings on the Combi Packages at Magic Resorts in the Philippines – save over £300 per couple.
Celebrate the opening of the Magic Oceans Resort in Anda with this special offer combining a stay with Magic Island Resort in Moalboal, saving over £300 per couple. Visit both Magic resorts with PADI affiliated dive centres, well located for memorable diving experiences including twilight dives spotting mandarin fish and exploring walls, small caves, caverns and reefs teeming with marine life.
Price: from £2,035 per person based on two sharing including flights from the UK, 13 nights’ half board accommodation (6 nights at Magic Island, 7 nights at Magic Oceans), 15 dives, and all transfers. Valid for stays until 31 August 2016. Book by 31 August 2015.
- Save up to 15% at the luxurious, all-inclusive Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada. Book by 14 August 2015.
- Oman: Stay 7, pay 6 nights at Sifawy – great for family summer holidays. Book by 31 August.
Find details of all the offers here: www.diveworldwide.com/offers
For further information visit diveworldwide.com or call +44 (0)1962 302 087.
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PADI Launches World’s First Scuba Technician Distinctive Specialty Course with Octo Diver

Octo Diver, in collaboration with PADI, have introduced the first-ever PADI Scuba Technician Distinctive Specialty Course, designed to raise the standard of dive equipment knowledge and safety in the scuba diving industry.
This 7-day hands-on course is open to all certified divers, dive professionals, and dive centre/resort staff, and focuses on vital life-support equipment servicing.
The course modules include:
Scuba Regulator Servicing (Diaphragm & Piston types)
2nd Stage Servicing (Balanced & Unbalanced)
K-Valve Cylinder Valve Maintenance
Scuba Cylinder Visual Inspection
Power Inflator Servicing
Oxygen Cleaning for Scuba Equipment
Scuba Compressor Service & Maintenance
Standard Service & Repair Reporting
It is developed by Octo Diver’s professional team, led by a certified PADI Scuba Technician Instructor with a background in mechanical and aerospace engineering and over 15 years of experience in the diving industry.
This professional-level course can be conducted at Octo Diver’s classroom in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia, or hosted at dive centers worldwide. Hosting dive centers receive exclusive benefits, including high commission, special course rates, and free seats.
Upon completion, students will receive certification from PADI along with official technician credentials.
Octo Diver is currently looking for dive centers and resorts globally to host this course. Let’s work together to make diving safer and more professional — Be a Certified PADI Scuba Technician.
For more information, visit www.Scuba-Technician.com
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Nabucco’s Spice Island Resort – A Hidden Gem in the Northern Moluccas

Far from the usual tourist trails, on a small island in the Northern Moluccas, lies a place of extraordinary beauty: Nabucco’s Spice Island Resort. Nestled between dense tropical jungle and a powdery white sand beach, the resort offers a peaceful escape immersed in nature at its purest. With panoramic views of the turquoise sea and direct access to some of Indonesia’s most untouched reefs, it’s a dream come true for those seeking tranquility above and adventure below the surface.
The resort features just 16 spacious beachfront bungalows, each only steps from the ocean. At its heart is a beautifully designed open-air restaurant, built entirely from natural materials, where guests can enjoy a diverse selection of Indonesian and international cuisine.
But what truly sets Nabucco’s Spice Island Resort apart is the underwater world that surrounds it. The reefs of the Northern Moluccas are among the most pristine and biodiverse in all of Indonesia – and remarkably, they remain largely untouched. Thanks to the remote location, dive boats are often the only ones around, giving divers the rare privilege of exploring vibrant coral gardens, dramatic walls, and colorful drop-offs in complete solitude.
Marine life here is nothing short of spectacular. Blacktip reef sharks are spotted on nearly every dive, while nutrient-rich walls attract sea turtles, schools of jacks, and bumphead parrotfish. For macro enthusiasts, the area is a treasure trove of rare and photogenic species, including pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefish, nudibranchs, frogfish, leaf scorpionfish, and several types of octopus and shrimp.
One of the region’s most extraordinary highlights is the Halmahera Walking Shark, a rare species endemic to this part of Indonesia. First described by scientists only in recent years, this small shark is unlike anything else in the ocean. Rather than swimming, it uses its muscular pectoral and pelvic fins to “walk” along the seabed. These elusive yet fascinating creatures are most often encountered on night dives – and witnessing one in the wild is a truly unforgettable experience.
The reefscapes surrounding Spice Island Resort are equally impressive. Flourishing hard coral formations spread across the seabed, interspersed with vivid sponges, large sea fans, and colorful soft corals. The biodiversity is astonishing, and the visual spectacle underwater is a dream for photographers. Most importantly, the reefs here are healthy—a rare treasure in today’s marine environment. With minimal tourism and careful management, the ecosystem remains intact, vibrant, and teeming with life.
Nabucco’s Spice Island Resort is more than just a dive destination – it’s a retreat for those seeking peace and a haven for underwater explorers looking to experience the authentic magic of Indonesia’s last true frontier.
Book your next diving adventure at Nabucco’s Spice Island Resort with Extra Divers!
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