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Fantastic Savings with Regaldive at LIDS 2016

Save a minimum of 10% on most holidays and liveaboards worldwide
To celebrate the London International Dive Show (LIDS 2016) taking place at ExCel London, UK-based diving holiday specialist Regaldive has unveiled a range of exciting new Dive Show Offers. Regaldive will be exhibiting at LIDS on Stand D310 from 11-14 February and the team will be on standby to help divers to plan their scuba diving adventures in more than 25 exciting worldwide destinations.
With a great value 10% off diving holidays and liveaboards around the world, in addition to some superb dive pack deals and extra savings, Regaldive’s offers are available throughout LIDS, and for a limited period after the show.
Liveaboard Savings:
- SAVE up to £715 on Indonesian liveaboards
Access some of the best diving in the world from aboard Indo Aggressor - SAVE up to £179 on Red Sea liveaboards – flights included
Red Sea itineraries starting from just £716 per person - SAVE up to £455 on Philippines liveaboards
Great savings on selected Philippine Siren trips throughout 2016 - SAVE up to £490 on Palau liveaboards
Palau Siren, a spacious Phinisi yacht, offers great savings on trips throughout 2016 - SAVE up to £580 on Sudan liveaboards
Superb savings on selected February, March and April 2016 trips aboard Royal Evolution - SAVE up to £479 on Fiji liveaboards
Terrific savings on selected 2016 trips aboard the spacious Phinisi yacht Fiji Siren
Land-based Holidays:
- Lanzarote holidays starting from just £282 per person
Great drop offs, caves, reefs and wrecks and an award winning dive centre - Red Sea holidays starting from just £366 per person
Wide choice of resorts with spectacular marine life, warm climate and stunning scenery - Malta and Gozo holidays starting from just £230 per person
Superb conditions ideal for underwater photography and deep diving, along with fantastic wrecks - Caribbean escapes from just £929 per person
Save up to £125pp on selected 2016 dates at Grafton Beach Resort, Tobago
Divers should book by 26 February 2016 to take advantage of the 10% savings.
Red Sea Dive Pack Offers including ‘Buy One Get One FREE’
Regaldive are also offering a range of dive pack offers including:
- Aquarius in Hurghada: ‘Buy One Get One FREE’ on Dive Packs and Courses
- Emperor Divers: Diving from £26 per day in El Gouna, Marsa Alam & Sharm
- Orca Dive Club in El Gouna, Soma Bay, Safaga, Marsa Alam & Hamata:
Save 20% on Dive Packs and Courses
For further information, or to book, visit www.regal-diving.co.uk or call 01353 659999.
Photo: John Butland
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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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