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Solo Dive Travel Guide: Best Liveaboards & Dive Resorts

Fri, 08/04/2023 - 11:18 — JennyH

Sea lions frolic in Baja, Mexico
Solo dive travel has many benefits, including flexibility, independence, personal growth, and meeting new people. However, divers traveling solo often face a difficult choice: to pay a substantial single supplement or share their rooms/cabins with strangers. As seasoned divers with plenty of experience traveling solo, the experts at Bluewater Travel have put together a guide of liveaboards and dive resorts with single-friendly policies.

Egypt & Jordan Trip Recap 2023

Thu, 07/20/2023 - 16:12 — bettyr

Egypt & Jordan Trip Recap 2023
Our 26-day journey through Egypt and Jordan transported us to ancient lands rich in history and wonders, both on land and underwater. Highlights included the pyramids of Giza, the city of Petra, diving in the Red Sea, and exploring wrecks like the SS Thistlegorm. From Cairo to Aqaba, we immersed ourselves in diverse cultures, history, and natural beauty.

Galapagos 2023 Trip Recap

Tue, 07/11/2023 - 05:47 — Nirupam Nigam

Galapagos diving
In May 2023, our Bluewater Travel workshop ventured to the Galapagos Islands, encountering iconic species like giant tortoises and marine iguanas. Despite logistical challenges, including weather delays, we explored from San Cristobal to Darwin Island, diving up to four times daily with diverse marine life. Highlights included mola mola sightings at Punta Vincente Roca and intimate encounters with Galapagos wildlife both above and below the waves.

Top 10 Dive Sites in Bonaire

Wed, 07/05/2023 - 13:34 — JennyH

Best Dive Sites in Bonaire
A small island nation in the Caribbean, Bonaire is best known for being the “shore diving capital of the world”. With excellent scuba diving infrastructure at its well-marked shore diving sites along its coastline, Bonaire has long been a must-visit dive destination. With over sixty dive sites accessible from shore and an expansive coral reef system, there are plenty of options for divers of all experience levels and interests. What are the best dive sites in Bonaire?

Little Cayman 2023 Trip Recap

Wed, 06/21/2023 - 03:56 — Jacqui

Little Cayman Squid
You can’t ask for much more when you are staying at a dive resort like the Little Cayman Beach Resort in the Cayman Islands. The entire experience is straight out of a post card. This remote island in the Caribbean is a perfect getaway for any level of scuba diver. 84-degree water, 100+ feet visibility, calm seas, great food, white sandy beaches, coconuts, iguanas….and simple diving with minimal currents that will definitely make you forget about the rest of the world. Read our 2023 GoPro video workshop recap...

Anilao Spring 2023 Trip Recap

Thu, 06/08/2023 - 21:24 — bettyr

Anilao Trip Recap 2023
Anilao Underwater Photo Workshops 2023 offer two back-to-back workshops in one of the greatest macro destinations in the world. The 2023 workshops were both sold-out events, consisting of a mix of novice photographers who were visiting the region for the first time ever, to advanced shooters who have been to multiple workshops over the years. Find out all about our trip (with photos)!

The Vitality of Travel Insurance

Wed, 06/07/2023 - 01:12 — JennyH

Sharks swimming in Fiji

At Bluewater Travel, we cannot overstate the importance of obtaining a comprehensive travel insurance policy before embarking on a trip. Without travel insurance, lost bags, missed connections, illness, or even a change to your circumstances may ruin your holiday plans. Bluewater’s travel experts have seen firsthand how things can go wrong before, during, and after a trip. We know how beneficial travel insurance is in these unfortunate circumstances.

Top 10 Dive Sites in Cozumel

Tue, 05/30/2023 - 20:47 — JennyH

Top Dive Sites in Cozumel
Cozumel is a popular diving destination renowned for its excellent visibility, beautiful coral reefs, and diverse marine life. Expect a variety of accommodation options catering to divers and fantastic nightlife. With an international airport adding travel convenience, it's obvious why Cozumel is famous for dive vacations.

Triton Bay & Banda Sea 2023 Trip Recap

Fri, 05/19/2023 - 05:24 — bettyr

Triton Bay Trip Recap
In 2023, Bluewater Travel hosted an underwater photo workshop in Triton Bay, Indonesia, renowned for its marine biodiversity and pristine reefs. Participants enjoyed encounters with whale sharks attracted to local fishing platforms, followed by dives at various sites like Bo’s Rainbow and Christmas Rock, encountering diverse marine life including octopuses, nudibranchs, and schooling fish. The trip concluded with spectacular dives in the Banda Sea before a photo contest and farewell celebration onboard the Amira.

Top 10 Night Dives in the World

Sun, 05/14/2023 - 23:34 — JennyH

Diving with mantas in Hawaii is some of the best night Diving in the world
Most divers feel a certain way about night dives, but whether they love them or loathe them, our top 10 night dives in the world deserve a spot on every divers’ must-dive list. Unless wildly popular and somewhat famous, night dives aren’t often promoted, advertised, or even talked about. Many divers think of night dives as an add-on to their dive package, although some true night dive enthusiasts will plan trips focused solely on diving in dim or dark waters. Where are the best night dives in the world? From dives with backlit manta and mobula rays to impressive shipwrecks and unassuming harbors, the team at Bluewater Travel has compiled a list of our 10 most memorable night dives that you won’t want to miss.

San Ignacio Whale Trip Recap 2023

Tue, 05/02/2023 - 11:24 — Jacqui

All the humpback whales we encountered gracefully glided through the azure waters in a calm, relaxing manner. Their majestic presence, mere inches away from the boat, left us in awe as they playfully swam in circles and engaged in breathtaking surface interactions. The rhythmic dance of their tail slaps on the ocean's surface created an entrancing spectacle, making the entire experience nothing short of unforgettable. Leran more about our San Ignacio Grey Whale Experience...

Antarctica 2023 Trip Recap

Thu, 04/20/2023 - 01:14 — Jacqui

Our trip to Antarctica was truly spectacular, after a long journey we were rewarded with peaceful, lake-like waters that left us in awe. Our itinerary included topside and underwater adventures where we were able to observe an abundance of incredible wildlife, including various species of whales, seabirds, penguins, and seals. In particular, we were thrilled to spot the leopard seal, Antarctica's apex predator, making our journey even more remarkable. Not to mention partaking in the obligatory 'Polar Plunge' for those of us willing to brave the frigid waters in our bathing suits! Looking back, we can confidently say that our expedition was a resounding success, and the memories that we made will last for a lifetime.

Raja Ampat 2023 Trip Recap

Wed, 03/08/2023 - 02:59 — Jacqui

A coral reef teems with life in Raja Ampat

RAJA AMPAT 2023 Trip Recap

AN UNDERWATER PHOTO WORKSHOP BY BLUEWATER TRAVEL

Words & images by trip leader Nirupam Nigam

It’s a well-known “secret” amongst scuba divers that the best diving in the world is found in the Indonesian archipelago of Raja Ampat. Unbeknownst to the general public, the region consists of thousands of limestone islands covered in emerald vegetation.

Socorro 2023 Trip Report

Sun, 03/05/2023 - 06:49 — Jacqui

Mark B. Hatter led Bluewater Travel's February 2023 photo workshop in Socorro, Mexico, aboard the Rocio Del Mar. Highlights included encounters with whale sharks, humpback whales, and numerous species of sharks and mantas. The trip boasted excellent weather, clear seas, and successful photography opportunities, drawing repeat guests and showcasing vibrant marine life.

The Best Shore Diving in the World: A Comprehensive Guide

Fri, 02/24/2023 - 05:19 — JennyH

Pemuteran Bay, Bali
If you're looking for the ultimate flexibility during your dive holiday, shore diving might be the best option for you. Whether you want to fit in as much bottom time as possible or prefer to occasionally dive at your leisure, head to a destination with excellent shore dive sites and infrastructure and take charge of your dive vacation.

How to Travel to Puerto Galera from Manila Using Public Transport

Wed, 02/15/2023 - 05:26 — Jacqui

A ferry sits next to a pier in the Philippines
Domestic land and sea travel can be challenging and overwhelming, especially in a foreign country you aren't familiar with. It might seem scary to use public buses and ferries to reach your destination, and private transfers can be pricey. Tim took public transportation from Manila to Puerto Galera during a recent trip to the Philippines and documented the process to help you decide what transfer option is best for you.

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