Fiji Shark Diving up for BBC Environmental Award
Sharks - is there a diver out there who doesn't want to see them? Can any diver honestly say that sharks are boring? Hell, no. We all want to see sharks, but the sad fact is that in many parts of the world, sharks are hunted down and killed. And often it's not for the meat, just for the fins. Shark finning has reduced shark populations all over the world, and the money that can be made by local fishermen makes it hard to stop unless there's an alternative.  In Fiji, the team at Beqa Adventure Divers who run shark dives at Lagoon Resort have teamed up with local fishermen, and have created a marine reserve where shark fishing is not allowed. Over the last few years the sharks have started to return in greater numbers, which means great shark dives! Part of the money paid by customers on shark dive trips goes direct to local fishermen, meaning they can profit from protecting the sharks rather than killing them.   This hard work has been recognised by the BBC's World Challenge, and the "Shark Park" is one of the 12 finalists in the 2006 competition. The winner is due to be announced in December. For more information on diving in Fiji, see our website: Viti Levu Shark ReefLagoon ResortDive The World Fiji Home PageOr you can contact our Fiji Dive Experts by email: Fiji@Dive-The-World.com
Last Minute on The Junk 30 November
"The Junk" 30 November to 6 December - 20% Discount! Starting in a few days, a great chance to get on board the well known liveaboard "June Hong Chian Lee", better known as The Junk - a one of a kind boat with a great character and quality service. Tour leader Kay has been on the boat for years, and knows the dive sites better than anyone. If she can't find it, nobody can! Unless it's Mick, who has also been here for years!   Last Minute Price 30 November - 6 December (5 days/ 6 nights) Double Bed Cabin: US$ 1,590 - Now US$ 1,270 per person Triple/Quad Cabins: US$ 1,150 - Now US$ 920 per person More Information on The Junk: www.divetheworldthailand.com/thailand-liveaboard-the-junk-main.htmFor bookings, please contact Thailand@Dive-The-World.com, call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794, or chat with us on Skype.
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Last Minute - Similan Islands 28 November
One of the best lower budget liveboards, Daranee's service encapsulates all that is best about Thai culture. Our customers repeatedly tell us that the crew is the friendliest around, always ready with a smile and a joke, and always available when help is required. Daranee was recently re-fiitted with larger cabins. The cabin size, together with the large sliding windows, lend a light and airy feel. You can have the cabin windows open if you like the fresh sea air, or you can close the windows and turn up the air conditioning to really cool down. Daranee on the Web: www.divetheworldthailand.com/thailand-liveaboard-daranee-main.htm  The Daranee has a special last minute price on the next 2 trips from 28 November - 2 December & December 2 - 6. 4 days / 4 nights (14 dives) - US$ 590 - Now Only US$ 485 For bookings or information please email to Thailand@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre at 083 505 7794.
Nomad Adventure Divers - Lembeh for Less!
Your feedback told us you wanted to dive Lembeh – the world’s critter capital – but, you asked ‘Is there not somewhere inexpensive but still comfortable and with amazing diving?’ Well the answer is now a resounding ‘YES!’ New to Lembeh is the small, cosy and ever such good value Nomads! Set in a quiet bay this small and intimate resort has just opened and is offering obscenely cheap packages during its soft opening phase. With quality en suite accommodation, customised diving and an eco-friendly approach there are lots of reasons to come here.   In time this place will be a mid range option so get in now and enjoy the ridiculous bargains that they are offering to get things off the ground. 7 nights with 17 dives - from only US$ 600 per person (twin share) Nomad Adventure Divers ResortLembeh Strait Dive SitesFor more information and bookings, email to Indonesia@Dive-The-World.com.
Mooring Buoy Project in Komodo
The Komodo National Park Conservation Fund managed by PT Putra Naga Komodo and marine biologist Helen Newman have teamed up to undertake an ambitious mooring buoy project to install permanent moorings around this world renown National Park. Aimed at protecting coral reefs from anchor damage by big liveaboard dive boats and visiting yachts, the scheme involves installing environmentally friendly Manta Ray moorings. These moorings are drilled into sand patches or rubble areas and cause minimal damage to the environment, providing a secure anchorage for many years.  Qualified divers are needed to assist with the installation in what will be an educational and rewarding trip, along with some interesting work. Divers should be experienced and capable of working at 30m and have a nitrox qualification. There will be time for the occasional leisure dive and experienced divers will be on board to assist.  Participants will learn multiple skills from rope splicing to operating an underwater jack hammer. Only 5 spaces are available on each trip. Trip Details; 10th – 18th February 2007 9 days/8 nights 18th – 26th February 2007 9 days/8 nights Cost US$ 800 per person per trip Price includes all meals, soft drinks, diving, tanks, weights and presentations. Accommodation is air-condition shared cabins on the "MV Empress". The boat will depart from Labuan Bajo. Contact: Helen Newman: newman@pacific.net.sg Tel ++62 081338753770 (Bali). ++65 97312677 (International) The project is supported by The Komodo National Parks and PT Putra Naga Komodo who are contributing 50% of the project cost. For more information and a project update see the official Komodo website: Full Details (pdf file) on the Komodo National Park WebsiteMore About KomodoKomodo Dive SitesKomodo Dragon Creature FeatureIndonesia Liveaboards
New Reef found in Thailand
The discovery of a new reef off the coast of Had Thai Muang, North of Phuket was reported by the World Wildlife Foundation in February this year. Initial surveys identified over 270 hectares (1 hectare = 10,000 square metres) of previously unknown, relatively healthy reefs with over 30 genera of hard corals, and at least 112 species of fish from 56 families, including a new record – the parrot fish Chlorurus Rakaura first discovered in Sri Lanka and never seen in Thailand until now, as well as a rare species of sweetlips Plectorhincus Macrospilus previously only known from the Similan Islands. There may still be more surprises to come... The reef is not open to dive trips (yet), but we have spoken to a diver working for the Had Thai Muang National Park who says the reef is in excellent condition. More from the WWF web site: Story about the discovery of the reefRecent WWF Report on Had Thai Muang Park
Humpbacks in Fiji
 Over the last few months, guests on the Tui Tai Adventure Cruises have been treated on several occasions to the sight of humpback whales around the boat. They have even been able to dive in and swim with the whales! In 2003, the government of Fiji declared a 360km "exclusive economic zone" around the Koro Sea a whale sanctuary ensuring free passage for whales through Fiji's waters. Humpbacks migrate every winter from Antarctica to the South Pacific to mate and give birth. Back in the 19th century, thousands of whales were killed around Fiji, and indeed the town of Levuka was founded as a whaling station. It seems that thanks to whaling regulations and now the declaration of this special zone, visitors to Fiji have the chance to see whales again. More Information: Tui Tai LiveaboardAbout Humpback Whales
MV Giamani - 20% off - 20th April 2008
MV Giamani is offering a fantastic 20% off all available cabins on the 20 April Similans trip.  Trip departs: 20 April 2008 (Sunday), Thap Lamu port, 8PM Trip returns: 24 April 2008 (Thursday), Thap Lamu port, 4PM Duration: 5 days and 4 nights Destination: Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock Dives: 14 Last Minute PricesStandard cabin: US$ 582 (THB 18,375) * Only 1 space left, sharing with male diver 1 Deluxe cabin available, which can accommodate 3 guests. This cabin can be booked as a Deluxe triple share for 3 people, or can be booked as a Deluxe twin share for two. Deluxe triple share cabin: US$ 614 (THB 19,375) Deluxe twin share cabin: US$ 698 (THB 22,000) Full Information: MV GiamaniFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
Spaces Available on Phi Phi Liveaboard
We have spaces available on MV Sai Mai 4 days / 4 nights Racha-Phi Phi Islands Liveaboard - 16 dives Departure Monday 30 July 2007, 9.00am from Patong Beach Return Friday 3 August 2007, 9.00am to Patong Beach Price 16,800 Baht The Sai Mai has been refurbished during 2006 and now takes just 8 diving customers, with 4 twin cabins, all with en suite bathrooms. It's the only boat anywhere near this price range with such a small group on board. Not only that - you get Nitrox free of charge too!   Read more about the Sai Mai here: www.divetheworldburma.com/burma-liveaboard-sai-mai-main.htmFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
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Last Last Minute! Similan Islands Liveaboard.
4 days / 4 nights in the Similan Islands for only US$ 475 (17,500 Baht)! This is a very special last minute offer for the Similan Islands. The West Coast Explorer departs on the 23rd November, returning on the 27th. West Coast Explorer is a popular liveaboard boat with younger crowds from a mixed range of nationalities. The cabins, although compact, are comfortable, and the dive deck is practical and well run. Plenty of deck space to relax.  Price US$ 675 - Now US$ 475 - You Save US$ 200!! More Information on the West Coast Explorer: www.divetheworldthailand.com/thailand-liveaboard-wc-explorer-main.htmFor bookings, please call Dive The World PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794 right now!
SMY Ondina - Special Offer in January 2007
The SMY Ondina is a beautiful teak and tropical wood Buginese schooner built with traditional styling. It specialises in trips around Eastern Indonesia to Irian Jaya and other remote islands. Eight air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms, a full range of photographic facilities and a huge sundeck all combine to mean a comfortable and high quality Indonesia liveaboard cruise.   This is a special offer for a special trip around Wakatobi from 2 - 10 January 2007. The 8 night trip departs from Kendari (in SE Sulawesi). Trip price US$ 1,789 - NOW ONLY US$ 1,279 - You save over US$ 500! SMY Ondina - More Information on the web: www.divetheworldindonesia.com/irian-liveaboards-ondina-main.htmFor bookings or questions, please email us: Indonesia@Dive-The-World.comWe wish you happy sailing!
Similan Islands Last Minute - MV Daranee
The Daranee's service encapsulates all that is best about Thai culture. Our customers repeatedly tell us that the crew is the friendliest around, always ready with a smile and a joke, and always available when help is required. Daranee was recently re-fiitted with larger cabins. The cabin size, together with the large sliding windows, lend a light and airy feel. You can have the cabin windows open if you like the fresh sea air, or you can close the windows and turn up the air conditioning to really cool down. Daranee on the Web: www.divetheworldthailand.com/thailand-liveaboard-daranee-main.htm The Daranee has a special last minute price from 23 - 27 November! 4 days / 4 nights (14 dives) - US$ 590 - Now US$ 485 For bookings or information please email to Thailand@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre at 076 292588.
Manta Rays!
It's early season but already manta rays are cruising the Andaman Sea. In the last week, we have had customers dive with mantas at Hin Daeng and also at Racha Noi. Looks like it's going to be a good season for the big fish. Manta rays are amazing no matter how often you see them. It's not something you can get bored with! They glide, they cruise, they fly...  Hin Daeng can be reached from Phuket or Phi Phi on day trips and short liveaboard cruises. Racha Noi is available by day trip from Phuket only. Contact us at Thailand@Dive-The-World.com and tell us "I want to dive with Manta Rays"! More about Manta Rays here: Manta raysMore about Thailand's dive sites here: Thailand dive sites
MV Giamani - Thailand and Burma Cruise - Jan 2008
Next scheduled trip to Burma onboard MV GiamaniTrip departs: 6 January 2008 (Sunday), Thap Lamu Port, 8PM Trip returns: 15 January 2008 (Tuesday), Thap Lamu Port, 6PM Duration: 10 days and 9 nights Destination: Thailand and Burma Dives: 31 dives - 19 (Burma) and 12 (thailand) Deluxe twin share cabin: US$ 2142 Deluxe triple share cabin: US$ 1908 Standard cabin: US$ 1818 Full Information: MV GiamaniFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
Last Minute - West Coast Explorer - 29 October
5 days / 4 nights in the Similan Islands for only US$ 515! This is a special last minute offer for the Similan Islands. The West Coast Explorer departs in the evening of 29 October and you can join this trip at a very special price. Visibility in the Similans is currently 40m+ West Coast Explorer is a popular liveaboard boat with younger crowds from a mixed range of nationalities. The cabins, although compact, are comfortable, and the dive deck is practical and well run. Plenty of deck space to relax. Price US$ 647 - Now US$ 515 - Save US$ 132!5 days 4 nights - 14 dives Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock More Information: West Coast ExplorerFor bookings, please contact blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - +66 (0)83 505 7794
LIDS 2008 Special: MV Nautica 20% off!
Nautica is one of the the newest Burma diving boats, built in 2004. She's a high quality steel hulled vessel and because she takes a maximum of only twelve guests, individual service is guaranteed. Nautica is a great choice if you're looking for a high quality charter without guests taking themselves too seriously!   We can offer 20% off Nautica's last Burma trip of the season: Date: 02 - 10 May 2008 (9D/8N)Destination: Thailand/Burma Book now and save 20%Bunk Bed Cabin: US$ 2,241 - Now US$ 1,905 Twin/Double Cabin: US$ 2,422 - Now US$ 2,059 More Information on the Nautica: MV NauticaFor Bookings, please email Blog@Dive-The-World.com, or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - +66 (0)83 505 7794.
18 - 24 November on The Junk - Last Minute
"The Junk" 18 to 24 November - 20% Discount! A great chance to get on board the well known liveaboard June Hong Chian Lee, better known as "The Junk" - a one of a kind dive boat with a great character and top quality service. Tour leader Kay has been on the boat for years, and knows the dive sites better than anyone. If she can't find it, it ain't there! Last Minute Prices Double Bed Cabin: US$ 1,590 - Now US$ 1,270 per person Triple/Quad Cabins: US$ 1,150 - Now US$ 920 per person More Information on The Junk: www.divetheworldthailand.com/thailand-liveaboard-the-junk-main.htmFor bookings, please contact Thailand@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 076 292588.
MV Sai Mai - Last Minute Offer - 21 Jan 2008
The MV Sai Mai has been refurbished during 2006 and now takes just 8 diving customers, with 4 twin cabins, all with en suite bathrooms. It's the only boat anywhere near this price range with such a small group on board. Not only that - you get Nitrox free of charge too! MV Sai Mai offers Last Minute Prices for trips to Burma: Date: 21 - 30 Jan 2008 (10D/9N)Spaces left: 3 Price: US$ 1,641! (THB 55,800) Date: 10 - 21 Feb 2008 (12D/11N)Spaces left: 4 Price: US$ 1,965! (THB 66,800) More information: MV Sai MaiFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
Free Night at Borneo Divers Mabul Resort
Book for 6 nights, Pay only 5 at Borneo DiversOwned and managed by Borneo Divers, the Mabul Island Resort offers you world class macro diving opportunities in addition to the wonders of Sipadan. Only 25 minutes from Pulau Sipadan - a top notch beach and wall diving destination where Borneo Divers pioneered the diving. You can dive in Sipadan Island every day as well as the macro-worlds of Mabul Island and Kapalai. This is the place to go to for quiet, white sand beaches and diving within a world of pelagic and macro-life diversity.   With rooms having been recently upgraded, a new pool and wireless internet, the resort keeps on improving. Borneo Divers resort has now become a much higher quality resort with great facilities and very nice rooms. Special Package:7 days & 6 nights with 17 dives - US$ 990 - Now US$ 825 You save US$ 165 per person! More resort information on our web site:www.divetheworldmalaysia.com/dive-resorts-malaysia-borneo-divers-mabul-island-main.htmFor reservations, contact Malaysia@Dive-The-World.com. Special offer validity: Until 28th February 2007. Valid on bookings for 2 or more divers. 
The Junk - 12 Jan 2008 - Last Minute Special
The liveaboard "June Hong Chian Lee", better known as The Junk is a one of a kind boat with a great character and quality service. The Junk still has some spaces available on the following trip: Date: 12 - 18 Jan 2008 (7D/6N)Destinations: Similans and Richelieu Rock Single berth in a shared Cabin: US$ 1,250 - Now US$ 1,029 per personPrivate Double Cabin: US$ 1,750 - Now US$ 1,397 per personFor those who don't fancy a week long liveaboard, The Junk has special deal for you as they split their trip in two: Date: 12 - 14 Jan 2008 (3D/2N)Destinations: Similans and Koh Bon Single berth in a shared Cabin: US$ 441 per personPrivate Double Cabin: US$ 588 per personDate: 14 - 18 Jan 2008 (5D/4N)Destinations: Surin Islands, Richelieu Rock, Similans Islands Single berth in a shared Cabin: US$ 662 per personPrivate Double Cabin: US$ 882 per personMore Information: SY June Hong Chian Lee - The JunkFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com, call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
Last Minute Price - Raja Ampat in December
Spaces open up for Raja Ampat in December 2007! Due to a late cancellation of a Raja Ampat charter in December spaces are now available for: 7-18 December 2007 – 11 nights. Sorong - Sorong Usual price: US$ 3,124 per person. Discounted price: US$ 2,499 per person. That's a 20% saving!The Seven Seas is one of the newest and finest Phinisi liveaboards in Indonesia. The boat is modern, spacious and very comfortable, and is owned by experts with many years experience of operating in Raja Ampat and the Banda Sea.  More Information: Seven Seas Liveaboard For Bookings please email us: Blog@Dive-The-World.com
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