February 18 2009 Cayman IslandsNew International scuba Diving Hall Of Fame Inductees The International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame (ISDHF) has recognized four international pioneers and two Cayman Island honorees for their contributions to the recreational scuba diving industry. In a ceremony held on Grand Cayman Island on January 29, 2009, awards for the Inductees and local Ministry of Tourism Honorees were presented by the Hon. Charles E. Clifford, JP, Minister for Tourism, Environment, Investment & Commerce in Cayman.  The Honorable Minister praised the newest Inductees as dedicated and professional individuals who have taken their love for diving and applied it through various disciplines to promote awareness of the aquatic environment, maintain the admirable safety record of diving, and establish a foundation for the worldwide development of the sport.  The evening’s Master of Ceremonies was Leslie Leaney, President of the Historical Diving Society in the US. Leslie is a NOGI award winner and member of the Board of Directors for the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame.  International Inductees for 2009 are: more..  Full story...

August 25 2008 HawaiiArchaeologists have located British whaler sunk by bad weather in 1837 off Kure Atoll Artefacts from the remains of a wreck believed to be of the British whaling vessel Gledstanes lost for 171 years have been found off Kure Atoll in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. The artefacts include four large anchors, cannons and cannonballs. The Gledstanes is the fourth whaling vessel found in the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, evidence of the area's significance as a 19th-century whaling area.  The divers who found the shipwreck were taking part in the 2008 Maritime Heritage Expedition, sponsored by NOAA's National Marine Sanctuaries.  Full story...

February 3 2009 AustraliaAre YOU the Face of Australia?The Underwater Channel (UWC) in association with PADI is looking for you! The Underwater Channel (www.theunderwaterchannel.tv) in association with PADI (www.PADI.com) are looking to light up diving in Australia for UWC’s viewers around the world!  To do so we have launched an international competition to find an experienced and knowledgeable Aussie diver with bags of confidence and charisma to join The Underwater Channel’s team of presenters (aka Faces!) around the world to become the Face of Australia.  After an initial pre-selection of 6 semi-finalists a series of TV programs will be broadcast on UWC with a UWC/PADI judging panel who will feature the videos and comment (in a friendly fashion) upon the applications!  The viewing public will then be invited to vote, first for the semi-finalists and finally for the winner!   The Face of Australia will be chosen by our viewers!more...  Full story...

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Australia’s famous 2,000 km long Great Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef in the world, comprises almost one fifth of the world's reef area.
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Guam
Acting as the gateway to most of Micronesia, Guam is also one its better diving locations in its own right.
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Indonesia
With over 17,000 islands, Indonesia represents one of the most dynamic and rewarding countries for divers to explore.
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Italy

Italy is home to a number of top-quality equipment manufacturers such as Mares and Cressi-Sub. 

It also has a long history of diving, dating back to well before Leonardo da Vinci designed the world’s first diving suit (essentially a barrel with a surface supplied air source). It should come as no surprise that many world-records in free diving have been set by Italians.

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Malaysia
From Peninsula Malaysia’s dynamic resort- and liveaboard-based diving options to Sabah’s stunning off-shore islands and reefs, Malaysia is a country with lots to offer divers both above and below its blue waters.
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New Zealand
New Zealand’s sub-tropical, temperate and, frankly, cold Southern Ocean diving attracts large numbers of enthusiasts every year.
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Palau
Palau, home to the famous Blue Wall and Rock Island’s is home to some of the world’s most pristine and varied dive sites.
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Philippines
7,107 islands provide 7,107 reasons why the Philippines is one of the world’s most popular destinations for divers seeking the best in underwater actions and adventure.
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Thailand
Home to Asia’s busiest dive centres, Thailand certifies more divers every year than any other country in S.E. Asia.
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Vietnam
Vietnam is a fascinating, culturally enthralling destination whose affordable and varied vacation options are fueling a tourism boom.
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Yap
Known for its almost guaranteed manta encounters and large congregations of pelagic and outsized reef fish.
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