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Reconsider the Red Sea with Regaldive
With some world class diving on offer, guaranteed sunshine and easy affordability, it’s clear to see why the Red Sea is a popular option. But for those looking for something just that little bit different, it’s also worth a second look. With a range of unusual resorts in off-the-beaten-track locations, as well as a wide range of one-off dive experiences, the Red Sea is the ideal destination for those looking to experience something far from the mainstream.
For those looking to combine quirky accommodation with undiscovered dive sites, Roots Luxury Camp in El Quseir provides the Red Sea’s answer to ‘glamping’. The camp is home to deluxe chalets, hand-built from natural materials while still offering modern creature comforts. El Quseir offers excellent shore diving opportunities and easy access to pristine dive sites. Up to 50 sites can be reached from the resort, including Serib Kebir, the Rock and Sharm Fungani. Seven nights’ cost from £639 per person, to include flights, transfers, half board accommodation and five days diving.
Further south in Marsa Alam, Regaldive’s Oasis Dive Resort offers tranquillity for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The resort reflects a pretty Bedouin village and is set in a rural location alongside a quiet beach. Marsa Alam itself is the gateway to the southern Red Sea and offers some of the best virgin diving in the area. Divers can enjoy the superb house reef, or venture by jeep to sites such as Marsa Abu Dabbab. Special boat trips to Elphinstone Reef or Sha’ab Samadai are also on offer. Seven nights’ cost from £599 per person, to include flights, transfers and half board accommodation. Four days house reef diving cost from £93 per person.
Heading deeper south, remote Hamata offers divers the chance to explore the Egypt of old. Offering convenient access to the stunning pristine reefs of Fury Shoals, formerly only accessible via liveaboard, the Zabargad Berenice Resort provides an attractive and restful base for divers to relax after an exciting days diving. Seven nights’ cost from £619 per person to include flights, transfers, half board accommodation and three day’s house reef diving.
Finally, for divers looking for accommodation designed especially for them, The Breakers in Soma Bay is the first ‘watersports lifestyle’ hotel in Egypt. Located just a few steps from a beautiful stretch of fringing reef, this hotel offers extraordinary views of the panoramic jetty and sea. From Soma Bay, divers can access renowned sites including Panorama Reef, Abu Kafan and the infamous wreck of the Salem Express. Seven nights’ cost from £499 per person to include flights, transfers and half board accommodation. Five days boat diving costs from £175 per person when taking advantage of the buy one get one half price promotion*.
For further information or to book, visit www.regaldive.co.uk or call +44 (0)1353 659 999.
* Book a 5 or 6 day boat diving dive pack and your buddy gets the same half price. Valid for departure dates 30 April – 4 July 2014 and 14 November – 14 December 2014.
Gear News
The DYNAMICNORD SE series of neoprene wetsuits in a beautiful camouflage blue

A head-to-toe camouflage look that focuses on style and comfort
Designed to provide an unforgettable diving experience, the DYNAMICNORD SE series wetsuits offer everything you need. They feature a unique camouflage design and protect you while offering optimum freedom of movement and keeping you warm.
Sometimes, divers just want a special look. In this case, the camouflage wetsuits from DYNAMICNORD are the perfect choice. Made from extremely robust, abrasion-resistant limestone neoprene, the SE-C wetsuits are built to last. Nevertheless, the neoprene is also soft and stretchy to offer all divers a high degree of comfort.
The SE series suits are optimally sealed thanks to their back zipper with flap and their design allows you to easily close and open them by yourself. They also have reinforced shoulders and knees to protect high-wear areas and extend the life of your neoprene suit.
The SE camouflage series suits are available in neoprene thicknesses of 3 and 5mm.
To complete the camouflage look, DYNAMICNORD also offers matching essentials, such as the MC-15 two-lens mask and SC-10 snorkel. They both feature a blue camouflage design, as well as the AF-70 freediving fins, which are available in a matching shade of blue. A head-to-toe camouflage look that focuses on style and comfort.
The SE series suits in camouflage look are now available from DYNAMICNORD retailers and in the online shop.
SE-31-C/SE-32-C: 3mm Men/Women – recommended retail price: £183
SE-51-C/SE-52-C: 3mm Men/Women – recommended retail price: £238
Size Men: S-3XL incl. ML
Size Women: S-2XL
Gear News
Divers in the U.S.A. to get a free octopus with selected regulator purchases

Mares in the U.S.A. has announced an exclusive limited-time offer designed to keep divers safe and well-equipped underwater this summer dive season.
From June 15 through August 1, 2025, customers who purchase select Mares regulators will receive a free octopus—no extra costs, just added value.
Whether you’re upgrading your setup or gearing up for your next dive adventure, this promotion is the perfect opportunity to get premium Mares performance at a reduced cost.
Eligible regulators include:
- ATLAS 62X
- EPIC ADJ 82X
- ATLAS ADJ 62X TBP
- SXS 62X
- DUAL 15X
- ULTRA ADJ 82X
- DUAL ADJ 62X
- DUAL ADJ 62X – 75th Anniversary Edition
Choose from one of the following octos—free with your eligible regulator purchase:
- DUAL
- DUAL ADJ
- LOOP
- SXS
- ULTRA
- ULTRA ADJ
This promotion is available only at participating Mares dealers and while supplies last. It is not valid for purchases made through Mares.com.
Don’t spend another summer with outdated gear. Visit your nearest Mares dive center and take advantage of this incredible offer today!
To find a participating dealer near you, click here – https://www.mares.com/en_US/partner-locator.
About Mares
Founded in 1949 by Ludovico Mares in Rapallo, Italy, Mares is a worldwide leader in manufacturing innovative, high-performance scuba diving, snorkeling, and freediving equipment. From recreational divers to advanced technical enthusiasts, Mares is dedicated to enhancing the underwater experience through cutting-edge technology, comfort, and safety. Mares is a member of the HEAD Sports Group.
Find out more about Mares products at www.mares.com.
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