Last Minute - Mermaid 1 Burma Cruise
Due to a cancellation, we have 1 deluxe cabin available on the Mermaid 1 liveaboard from 2 - 11 January, a 9 day cruise taking in the Similan Islands, Richelieu Rock and the Mergui Archipelago. Mermaid 1 arguably has the best available liveaboard accommodation of all the best value safaris that dive Thailand and Burma, and the cabins are right up there with the best in the industry. All the cabins are well decorated and boast en-suite private bathrooms, TV, minibar and air conditioning. 2 - 11 January (9 days/ 9 nights) Deluxe Cabin US$ 2,280 - BOOK NOW for US$ 1,782 - Save US$ 498!   Read more about the Mermaid 1 here: www.divetheworldburma.com/burma-liveaboard-mermaid-i-main.htmFor bookings, please contact Burma@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
New Year on "The Junk"!
"The Junk" 30 December to 5 January Starting in a few days, a great chance for the new year liveaboard trip of a lifetime 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! The last month has seen excellent diving, with the water slightly colder than normal - and there has been a lot of big fish activity with whalesharks, mantas, eagle rays and whales being seen!   Last Minute Price 30 December - 5 January (5 days/ 6 nights) Triple/Quad Shared Cabins: US$ 1,150 - Now US$ 945 or 35,000 Baht 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.
Leatherback Turtle lays eggs on Karon beach, Phuket!
A giant leatherback turtle laid a nest of 103 eggs on Christmas Day on Karon Beach, where a sea turtle has not been sighted laying eggs for more than 10 years.  Karon Municipality officials had the task of recovering the eggs as local villagers had taken them all in hopes of selling them as a delicacy. All but two broken eggs were recovered and taken to incubate at the Phuket Marine Biology Center (PMBC). Ittipol Sangkaew, Deputy Mayor of Karon Municipality, explained that the eggs sell for about 60 baht each. “But after we explained to the villagers that we should let the eggs hatch so that the next generation can see real, live sea turtles – not just pictures of them – they agreed to give them back,” he said. “When I was young I saw turtles very often, but I haven’t seen this kind of turtle for 10 years,” K. Ittipol said. “The turtle will likely return within the next 10 days to lay another clutch of eggs. Each turtle lays between 500 and 600 eggs at a time, so we have posted security guards along the beachfront to protect the eggs and the turtle, and to allow people to watch from a safe distance as she lays her eggs,” he added. PMBC Biologist Kanjana Adulyanukosol said that the eggs should hatch in about 60 days. “After the eggs hatch we will take care of the hatchlings for about a month before we release them back to sea, which should be at Karon Beach because it is near the open sea,” she said. “I’m not sure if all of these eggs are healthy, however, because they were moved by people and may not hatch,” she added. K. Kanjana explained that turtles are known to lay eggs at only three beaches in Phuket: Mai Khao Beach, Nai Harn Beach and Karon Beach. “During the past 10 years, however, fewer turtles have been laying eggs on Phuket beaches because the beachfronts have become occupied by people and businesses have been built nearby.” (Story from the Phuket Gazette)
MV Nautica - Spaces Available - 2007 Christmas Trip
The MV Nautica is a brand new (buit in 2004) Phuket liveaboard of high quality, sleeping a maximum of only twelve guests, so individual service is guaranteed. Nautica is custom-built to International Maritime Organisation specifications. The rigorous IMO standards, which few boats in Thailand or Burma can meet, ensure strong and dependable vessel with the full complement of safety features for ocean cruising.   The MV Nautica still has spaces on their Christmas trip: Date: 21 - 27 December 2007 (7D/6N)Destination: Surin/Similan Bunk Bed Cabin: US$ 1502 per diver Twin/Double Cabin: US$ 1627 per diverMore Information on the Nautica: MV NauticaFor Bookings, please email Blog@Dive-The-World.com, or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket on 083 505 7794.
25% Discount at Tasik Ria Resort (Manado)
Just released today - a very special offer for the excellent Tasik Ria resort in Manado, North Sulawesi. The only PADI 5 Star Manado resort to use high quality, comfortable diving boats to explore the islands of the Bunaken marine park.The Red Sea style boats offer plenty of space and comfort for the trips to the dive sites and for lunch between dives. Eco Divers at Tasik Ria are the most professional diving outfit in the area and clearly stand head and shoulders above the rest.   Special New Year "Buddies" OfferValid 5th January - 31st March 2007, you receive a 25% Discount on all packages of 4 nights or more for 2 divers sharing a room. Not valid for singles. Example package: 8 days / 7 nights - Price US$ 1,077 - Book Now for only US$ 807! Total saving for 2 divers: US$ 540 More Information on the resort: Tasik Ria - Eco DiversFor Bookings, please email to: Indonesia@Dive-The-World.com
Black Manta - Availability - 24 March 2008
The Black Manta is a brand new kid on the block, built with space and relaxation in mind, and run by an experienced crew with quality of service very much a part of the liveaboard experience. She's a big boat with a high standard of accommodation, as well as being very diver friendly with a huge dive deck and plenty of kitting up space. Nitrox is available on board.  MV Black Manta has two spaces available for the trip below: Date: 24 - 28 March 2008 (5D/4N)Destinations: Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock Standard Cabin: Book Now for only US$ 790 per diver!Deluxe Twin: Book Now for only US$ 950 per diver!More Information: MV Black MantaFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com, or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - +66 (0)83 505 7794.
The Junk - Last Minute Special - 19 April 2008
"The Junk" 19 - 25 April 2008 - 20% Discount! 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: 19 - 25 April 2008 (7D/6N)Destinations: Similans and Richelieu Rock Departure: Khao Lak, Saturday 18.00 Returns: Patong, Friday 09.00 Single berth in a shared Cabin: US$1,250 Now US$ 1,119 per person (35,000 Baht) Private Double Cabin: US$1,750 Now US$ 1,518 per person (47,500 Baht) More Information: SY June Hong Chian Lee - The JunkFor Bookings, please call Dive The World - +66 (0)83 505 7794, or email: Blog@Dive-The-World.com, or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
MV Scuba Explorer - Discounted Trips in December
The MV Scuba Explorer has a few spaces available for trips below: 1. Christmas CruiseDate: 22 - 26 December 2007 (5D/4N) Destinations: Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Surin Dives: 12 Suite Cabin: US$ 985Deluxe Cabin: US$ 813Standard Cabin: US$ 7892. New Year's CruiseDate: 29 Dec 2007 - 3 Jan 2008 (6D/5N) Destinations: Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Surin Dives: 18 Deluxe Cabin: US$ 1,046Standard Cabin: US$ 899Both trips departs at 9PM and returns at 11AM. For bookings, please email to Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call Dive The World PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794 right now before it's too late!
MV Faah Yai Special Offer - Dec 2007 and Jan 2008
Imagine week long Burma liveaboard cruise to the remote Mergui Archipelago, far from the madding crowds, where few have dived before. Faah Yai reaches these places where other boats fear to tread. Under the guidance of one of the most experienced cruise directors in Burma, you'll visit sites that few others dive. Faah Yai is dedicated only to cruises in the Mergui Archipelago.  Special Last Minute Offer for the following dates:Trip date: 22 Dec 2007 - 30 Dec 2007 (9 days/ 8 nights) Price: US$ 1,899Trip date: 31 Dec 2007 - 8 Jan 2008 (9 days/ 8 nights) Price: US$ 1,899Trip date: 8 Jan 2008 - 15 Jan 2008 (8 days/ 7 nights) Price: US$ 1,628More Information here: MV Faah YaiFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794 right now!
Last Minute - Mermaid 1 - Similan Islands
Just before Christmas - last minute price on the MV Mermaid 1, a 5 day / 5 night cruise to the Similan Islands from 17 - 22 December. Normally, Mermaid 1 runs 9 day cruises covering Thai and Burmese waters - this trip is a pre Christmas Similan Special! Mermaid 1 arguably has the best available liveaboard accommodation of all the best value safaris that dive Thailand and Burma, and the cabins are right up there with the best in the industry. All the cabins are well decorated and boast en-suite private bathrooms, TV, minibar and air conditioning. 17 - 22 December (5 days/ 5 nights) Deluxe Cabin Price US$ 1,300 - BOOK NOW for US$ 1,170 Budget Cabin Price US$ 990 - BOOK NOW for US$ 891 Read more about the Mermaid 1 here: www.divetheworldburma.com/burma-liveaboard-mermaid-i-main.htmFor bookings, please contact Thailand@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
MV Sai Mai - Last Minute Offer - 11 Jan 2008
MV Sai Mai offers Last Minute Prices for the following trips to Similan and Surin. Dates: 11 - 16 Jan 2008 (6D/5N) 16 - 21 Jan 2008 (6D/5N) BOOK NOW for only US$ 671!   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! 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.
LIDS 2008 Special for Layang Layang!
Layang Layang Resort is famous for many things: Hammerheads, clean action packed reefs, being the only resort on the disputed Spratlys.... However special deals are hard to come by. The place is very popular and only has a short season but we have managed to dig one out for you... Pay for 7 Nights get the 8th Night free!11% off 9 Days/8 Nights package. Book before 15th March 08  More information: Layang Layang Resort For bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com, call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - +66(0)83 505 7794, or chat with us on Skype.
Layang Layang - Early Bird Special!
 Easily the biggest draw card for Layang Layang is the world famous and enthralling encounters with schools of scalloped hammerhead sharks in its surrounding waters. Being lucky enough to watch a big school of hammerheads glide by is an experience that will live with you for a very long time, and makes the whole journey worthwhile.  The Layang Layang Resort is the only way to dive here, and places are limited for this very popular destination. We are happy to announce an early bird special for Dive The World customers.. Book a minimum 5 night stay and get a free Oceanic Voyager gear bag worth US$ 160. Book a minimum 9 night stay and get a free Oceanic Veos computer worth US$ 370. Book a minimum 13 night stay and get a free Oceanic Atom II computer worth US$ 600. Package Prices: 14 days & 13 nights with 36 dives @ US$ 2,220 10 days & 9 nights with 24 dives @ US$ 1,600 6 days & 5 nights with 12 dives @ US$ 980 Special is valid for bookings in March, June and August 2007 while stocks last! For more details on Layang Layang Resort: www.divetheworldmalaysia.com/dive-resorts-malaysia-layang-layang-main.htmEmail our Malaysia dive experts for more information: Malaysia@Dive-The-World.com
Big Discount for a Group at Matava Resort
Matava is for those of you that want to get away from the large, expensive resorts yet still sample some of the best diving in Fiji around. Located on the island of Kadavu, a stone's throw from The Great Astrolabe Reef, Matava is The Astrolabe Hideaway. The Great Astrolabe Reef is one of the most under-hyped dive destinations - pristine hard corals, plenty of fish dramatic walls patrolled by large pelagics. Manta rays are more or less guaranteed here. We have a very special offer valid for any time in 2007 for one lucky group. If you book a group of 8 – 12 divers at Matava resort any time in 2007, we can offer a 25% discount, plus a free place with 8 paying guests. This offer is on a first come first served basis, is only valid for one group and must be for a minimum 6 night stay. Time to start planning! Example Package (Accommodation in Seaview Bure with private bath): 7 days & 6 nights with 10 dives @ US$ 654 per diver (normal rate US$ 872) Have a group of 10? Your total saving is US$ 2,834! For more details on the Matava Resort, see here: www.divetheworldfiji.com/kadavu-dive-resorts-matava-main.htm  For Bookings or more information, please email: Blog@Dive-The-World.com
Last Minute Offer - Save US$ 500 on Mermaid 1
No friends? Family don't want to see you? Do you love diving more than anything else? Well, here's your answer for a great holiday season.... Just released - Mermaid 1 has the special single cabin available for the 9 day Burma/Thailand cruise from 23 December to 1 January - Christmas and New Year. Nine days of diving the best of the Andaman Sea.  This is a very special Christmas offer: Normal price US$ 2,780 - Book Now for US$ 2,280 - Save US$ 500! More about the Mermaid 1: www.divetheworldburma.com/burma-liveaboard-mermaid-i-main.htmFor bookings, please call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket on 083 505 7794, or email to Burma@Dive-The-World.com.
West Coast Explorer 13 - 17 December
Dive for 4 days / 4 nights in the Similan Islands for only US$ 500 (17,500 Baht)! The West Coast Explorer departs on the 13th December, returning on the 17th December. Last few spaces are available for a special last minute price. 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. Dive The World owner Sheldon just went on a trip on this boat and was impressed by the service and also the food - there was plenty for him to eat as a vegetarian.  Price US$ 675 - Now US$ 500 - You Save US$ 175!! More Information on the West Coast Explorer: www.divetheworldthailand.com/thailand-liveaboard-wc-explorer-main.htmFor bookings, please email to Thailand@Dive-The-World.com or call Dive The World PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794 right now before it's too late!
MV Le Mahé - Last Minute Offer - 26 Apr 2008
Le Mahé is one of the smaller Thailand liveaboards, taking just 14 guests at a time to the Similan Islands and beyond. This boat is a great choice for the budget conscious diver who wants cabin facilities that you'd expect on much more expensive boats, such as private en-suite bathrooms, double and twin bed options, your own TV and mini bar.   Le Mahé is offering last minute price for the following trips: Date: 26 - 30 April 2008 (5D/4N)Destinations: Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock Dives: 14 Availability:2 twin cabins with ensuite bathroom on main deck Date: 1 - 5 May 2008 (5D/4N)Destinations: Similan, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock Dives: 14 Availability:1 twin cabin with ensuite bathroom on main deck 2 double cabins with ensuite bathroom on main deck 1 double cabin with ensuite bathroom on upper deck Now only US$ 639 per diver! (THB 20,000)More information: MV Le MahéFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
Mermaid 1 Komodo cruises 2007 - Booking Now!
We are happy to release the schedule for the Mermaid 1 liveaboard 2007 Bali-Komodo-Bali 6 day/7 night cruises, with departures every Saturday, June to October from Benoa Harbour in Bali.   Mermaid I enjoyed great reviews for the 2006 season with some of the best diving experienced yet! Up to 20 mantas on a single dive, schooling grey reef sharks hunting with dolphins, huge schools, 15 different frogfish on Cannibal Rock, some of the most amazing and rare nudibranchs ever - some not even in the books! Land adventures were great too. Loads of Komodo Dragons in the park but better yet, Komodo Dragons in the wild along beaches hunting and eating prey, wild deer sunbathing in the shallows, monkeys, pigs, wonderous sea eagles and more.   Awesome diving - great adventure - the luxury, safety and comfort of a great vessel - the crew look forward to welcoming you on board Mermaid I this coming Komodo season. Mermaid 1 in Komodo: www.divetheworldindonesia.com/bali-liveaboards-mermaid-i-main.htmFor bookings and information, please email: Indonesia@Dive-The-World.comRelated Information: Komodo DragonsBali Tourist InfoKomodo Dive Sites
Sai Mai Burma Liveaboard Last Minute
Coming up very soon - last minute price on the MV Sai Mai, a 7 day / 7 night cruise to the Mergui Archipelago from 02 April to 09 April. JUST TWO SPACES AVAILABLE at a very special price. 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! 02 April - 09 April (7 days/ 7 nights) Price US$ 2,077 - BOOK NOW for US$ 1,618!That's over 22% off! Read more about the Sai Mai here: www.divetheworldburma.com/burma-liveaboard-sai-mai-main.htmFor bookings, please contact Burma@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794.
Faah Yai - Burma Last Minute 3 - 9 December
Very Special Last Minute Offer 3 - 9 December (5 days/ 6 nights) US$ 1,275 - Now Only US$ 810 Save US$ 465! Imagine an extensive Burma liveaboard cruise to the remote Mergui Archipelago, far from the madding crowds, where few have dived before. Faah Yai reaches these places where other boats fear to tread. Under the guidance of one of the most experienced cruise directors in Burma, you'll visit sites that no others have dived before. Faah Yai is dedicated only to cruises in the Mergui Archipelago. More Information on the MV Faah Yai: www.divetheworldburma.com/burma-liveaboard-faah-yai-main.htmFor bookings, please contact Burma@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794 right now!
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