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Smoking hot savings from Scuba Travel

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UK-based Tour Operator Scuba Travel is offering some smoking hot savings this summer in the Maldives. From as little as £1795 this August you too could be enjoying a magical week on Orion, sparkling and fresh from dry dock. Emperor Serenity continues to impress, with her huge cabins and spacious decks – and from as little as £1845 this September!

It’s hard to beat the all time, high octane Best of the Maldives itinerary, famed for sharks, manta and drift dives. Island vibes continue in the Caribbean, with mega offers on the Caribbean Explorer 2. Get off the beaten path in Saba and St Kitts with diving to thrill. Plus, be sure to check out their latest Indonesian resort, Hai Tide. This traditional Bali resort is the perfect combo with the ever popular Scuba Seraya or an Indonesian liveaboard.

Orion I Best of The Maldives I Save up to £500… from £1795

Orion is freshly out of dry dock, having had a full refresh. At 39m bow to stern, Orion is a generously proportioned liveaboard. It’s a relaxed atmosphere on board as you sail between the picture perfect islands and atolls that make up this island nation. The Best of the Maldives itinerary aims to mix up big fish, manta and shark dives with scenic reefs dives, hunting out the smallest reef fish, morays and macro life that are so abundant. Due to the seasonal nature of the marine life, the exact dive sites visited on a Best of the Maldives trip may vary, but are all chosen by the guides on Orion so you see the Maldives marine life at it’s most exciting.

  • Includes return flights, transfers, full board, 16 fully guided day dives plus one night dive, FOC Nitrox, full ATOL bonding
  • 29th July – £1995, 19th August – £1795 and 23rd September – £1895.

Find out more about this trip here.


Emperor Serenity I Save up to £500… from £1845

Scuba Travel have some fabulous offers on Serenity – save up to £500 on this stunning liveaboard! This 40 metre boat easily accommodates 26 guests in 13 well-appointed en-suite cabins, all with air-con. There are 5 lower deck cabins, each with double beds and a single too, as well as 3 double only cabins. On the main deck cabins you find 3 cabins with double beds and a single, and the same again on the upper deck.

Enjoy the open air dining area at the stern of the main deck. A complimentary glass of wine will be served with your evening meal. Several sofas and tables await you inside the air-conditioned saloon for relaxing or watching TV. The Upper deck boasts a covered and open area ideal for watching photos and footage from your diving or just relaxing, star gazing and soaking up the wonderful Maldivian atmosphere. The sundeck is perfect for catching some sun or having a nap.

  • Includes return flights, transfers, full board, 17 fully guided dives including one night diver FOC Nitrox, full ATOL bonding
  • 5th August – £2295, 12th August – £2295, 19th August – £1945, 26th August – £1995, 9th September -£1845 and 16th September – £1845.

Find out more about this trip here. 


Introducing Hai Tide Resort – Bali I 9th and 30th September… only £1595

Bali has long been a popular destination for divers, especially those on the hunt for critters muck diving. Scuba Travel is thrilled now to offer alongside this a taster of the incredible reef diving Indonesia has to offer. Hai Tide Beach Resort Bali is situated on Mushroom beach, Nusa Lembongan – it’s the ideal home away from home for divers! This 4 star beach front resort is located within 15 minutes to most of the world class dive sites in the area. Now you can mix up the small stuff with some of Bali’s bigger reef residents.

  • Introductory offers from £1595 including flights, transfers, 7 nights in resort, half board and 14 boat dives

Find out more about this trip here.


Caribbean Explorer I 29th July & 26th August… Save £600 I 29th July & 26th August… from £2795

A unique voyage through some of the most exclusive Caribbean islands on board Caribbean Explorer 2 diving St Kitts and the remarkable Saba Island.

The Eastern Caribbean itinerary commences at either St Kitts or St Maartens and as you journey between these two end points the nature reserve of Saba stands out. This wildlife haven is just as impressive underwater. The Eye of the Needle is a single tower that rises up perfectly straight from the deep. The walls dive are breathtaking, dropping off into spine tingling blue.

  • Includes return flights, 7 nights full board, up to 5 fully guided dives per day
  • 29th July – £2795 and 26th August – £2845

Find out more about this trip here.

To find out more about Scuba Travel and the dive holidays they offer, call 0800 0728221, email dive@scubatravel.com or visit www.scubatravel.com. You can find the latest summer specials at www.scubatravel.com/lastminute

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The DYNAMICNORD SE series of neoprene wetsuits in a beautiful camouflage blue

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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

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Divers in the U.S.A. to get a free octopus with selected regulator purchases

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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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