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MV Greta - Phi Phi overnight trips! 2008-02-06 22:45:00 The MV Greta runs great value Phi Phi overnight trips which it operates on Monday-Tuesday and Friday-Saturday each week throughout the 2007/8 season.On this fun and action-packed trip you will get to do 7 dives, including a night dive. You’ll spend Friday or Monday night in an air conditioned room at a lovely, ocean-front hotel on the main Phi Phi Don itself.Price: 9,900 Baht per person (US$ 299) based on twin sharing.Price includes: 7 dives, tanks, weights and weightbelts, all meals and hotel transfers, fruit and snacks, experienced English-speaking divemaster. Price excludes: diving equipment (US$ 20 per day), dive insurance, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks.Itinerary1st Day(Friday or Monday)07:20 pick up guests in Patong Area07:40 pick up guests in Kata / Karon area08:00 departure from Ao Chalong harbour08:30 breakfast09:30 1st dive at King Cruiser wreck11:30 lunch13:00 2nd dive at Phi Phi Islands (Koh Bida Nok)14:30 fruits + snacks16:00 3rd dive at Phi Phi Islands (Koh Bida Nai)18: ...

Baani Explorer’s Palme d’Or Success! 2008-02-06 04:20:00 The Baani Explorer has found itself in the unlikely position of being partly responsible for the Palme d’Or award which went to ‘Ocean Nights’ an underwater film which was partly produced on this Maldives liveaboard in 2006.The film features incredible footage of the activity on coral reefs after sunset and was filmed in a variety of locations: Indian Ocean, Andaman Sea, Banda Sea (Indonesia) and the Red Sea. Congratulations to those behind the film: Mieke Vulsteke, Andreas Schumacher and Oliver Kirsch.Owing to increasing popular demand, the film has now been produced in a multi-lingual DVD version including: English, German, French, Dutch, Italian and Russian.Check out this liveaboard here: Baani ExplorerMore Information on the diving here: Maldives Dive SitesFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com, or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - +66 (0)83 505 7794. ...

The Award-Winning Maldives! 2008-02-06 03:36:00 The Maldives secured no fewer than 9 travel awards at the 2007 World Travel Awards 14th Annnual Gala Ceremony held in The Turks & Caicos, in December 2007.The awards are the equivalent of 'The Oscars' to the world of traveland to be voted ‘World’s Most Romantic Destination’ is quite a feather in the cap.When you consider the remoteness of the location, the glorious weather, lagoons fringed with white sandy beaches and the high level of service available it is clear why this destination would appeal to couples.It was (unsurprisingly) also voted the Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination. So if you are looking for a diving break with your sweetheart then why not take them on a dive cruise in the world's most romantic spot? If your partner is a non-diver then they can stay on board while you go for your dive. They get the romance, you get some of the world's best diving! Everyone's a winner!More Information on the diving here: Maldives Dive SitesCheck out our range of cruises her ...

Maldives 2007 – A Record Year For Tourists 2008-02-06 03:16:00 Everyone has seen the classic images of the Maldives. The atoll chain is synonymous with fine white sandy beaches, azure lagoons and a quiet, romantic atmosphere. These days the two prinicpal visitors are honeymooners and of course, people like you....divers. Recent figures from the Maldives Tourist Board reveal that the popularity of the country continues to rise with a record total of 675,889 tourists in 2007. This represents an increase of 12.3% on the previous year.Countries of origin ranks as follows:UK - 125,158Italy - 117,246Germany - 72,269France - 45,301Japan - 41,121China - 35,976 But do not fear. The reason for the increase and the vast majority of visitor numbers relate to resorts, their expansion and the improvement of their infrastructure.We at Dive The World know that to get the best out of the Maldives as divers then resorts are not really the way to go. To see a variety of sites in and around the atolls and channels, a liveaboard is really the only answer.So we don't ...

Pawara 10% off ALL trips! 2008-02-05 22:57:00 Pawara is a spacious steel hulled liveaboard, built locally in Phuket and launched in 2006. Her 35 metre hull gives it a large and stable platform from which you can explore all the best dive sites of the Andaman Sea. 'Pawara' is an ancient Thai word meaning Treasure of the Corals, and the boat is certainly a gem if you are looking for an affordable, high quality option to explore the best of Thailand's dive sites. There is a special 10% discount on all Pawara trips from now until the end of the season (last trip 29 April). Note this discount also applies to full charters!4 Night Similans Standard Cabin was US$ 1009 NOW US$ 908 Deluxe Cabin was US$ 1060 NOW US$ 9546 Night Similan Discovery Standard Cabin was US$ 1285 NOW US$ 1,156 Deluxe Cabin was US$ 1360 NOW US$ 1,2247 Night Andaman Safari Standard Cabin was US$ 1309 NOW US$ 1,178 Deluxe Cabin was US$ 1395 NOW US$ 1,2559 Night Andaman Explorer Standard Cabin was US$ 1685 NOW US$ 1,516 Deluxe Cabin was US$ 1765 NOW US$ 1,5883 Night ...

Our new resorts in Fiji! 2008-02-04 03:39:00 Following our latest extensive Fiji trip where we sought to find out all we can to make sure our site is up-to-date and full of the best advice for YOU, we have added three new resorts to our range.Paradise TaveuniTaveuni continues to attract divers from all over the world thanks to the legendary channel known as the Somosomo Strait that runs down its west coast. To give you more choices and because it is in such a lovely spot, we have decided to add Paradise Taveuni Resort to what we offer in this area. The resort is perched right on the water’s edge towards the south of the island and from here you can enjoy not only the Rainbow Reef and other frequently visited regions but also Vuna Reef which the resort has more or less to itself.Check out more here: Paradise TaveuniBeqa Lagoon ResortThey say that you should give the people what they want and we have heard from you that you would like more resort options in Fiji which do not require a domestic flight to the outer islands. So ...

South Africa’s Ultimate Shark Diving Adventure! 2008-02-01 03:47:00 South Africa offers some of the best adventure diving in the world, including awesome beach launches and amazing shark diving. During our 'Shark Diving Adventure' we focus on different dive sites for different species of sharks, enjoying up-close and personal encounters with the oceans apex predators.If you like sharks then isn’t it time you treated yourself to the ultimate and made a plan to visit Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks for the best shark diving adventure of them all!Price: 2008 Shark Diving Adventure8 day itinerary including 7 nights accommodation, 6 days diving (2 days/4 dives Aliwal Shoal, 2 days/4 dives Protea Banks,2 days tiger shark diving)Diver Package: R12,000 (approx. US$ 1,625)Non-Diving Partner : R8,500 (approx. US$ 1,150) Single Supplement : R750 (approx. US$ 100)(US$ prices subject to exchange rate)Itinerary: This 8 day itinerary starts every Sunday in Durban, South Africa. Day 1: Arrive Durban Your adventure begins when you arrive at Durban International A ...

Whale shark at Kingcruiser wreck! 2008-01-31 20:17:00 Everyone knows that Thailand is a great place for seeing mighty whale sharks. However this is most common at dive sites like Richelieu Rock or around the world-famous Similan islands. What a bonus it was for divers this week who were on a daytrip from Phuket diving at the site of the Kingruiser wreck to come face to face with a huge and curious whale shark!So now you know you stand a chance of such a dream encounter not only if you are enjoying a Similans liveaboard but even on a Phuket daytrip!More on the site where the whale shark was seen: Kingcruiser wreckCheck out your daytrip options here: Thailand daytripsFor more information or to make a booking just call Dive The World - +66 (0)83 505 7794, or email: Blog@Dive-The-World.com ...

Sardine Run in South Africa! Just do it! 2008-01-29 00:11:00 The Sardine Run is one of the most spectacular marine displays in the world, and being involved in all the action is truly an amazing experience. The shoals of sardines, which are kilometres in length, attract thousands of predators: birds, dolphins, game fish, seals, whales and sharks in an amazing feeding frenzy. You don't have to sit there watching it on Animal Planet in your slippers and supping a hot chocolate. You can be there!The seas are too rough for liveaboards but you can do daytrip packages and below is the best one we could find. Using Port St. Johns as the departure point, you are much more likely to be in the thick of the action rather than the tail end (if at all) in KwaZulu Natal. The Sardine Run has reached KZN's Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks only twice in 10 years now, which is why people are starting to believe it’s not reliable. Our local partners have 2 dive boats and operate for 3 weeks from Port St. Johns with a maximum of 9 people per week on each boat. Tou ...

MV Giamani - 20% off - 27 January 2008 2008-01-24 21:22:00 Save 20% of the price of this last minute Similans trip!MV Giamani - Special Last Minute OfferTrip departs: 27 January 2008 (Sunday), Thap Lamu port, 8PMTrip returns: 01 February 2008 (Saturday), Patong, 6PMDuration: 7 days and 6 nightsDestination: Similans, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu RockDives: 14Last Minute PricesStandard cabin: US$ 874Deluxe triple share cabin: US$ 922Deluxe twin share cabin: US$ 1046Cruise price includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and water, dives, tanks, weights and weightbelts, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), and return transfers to the boat from Phuket hotels.Cruise price excludes (where applicable): Similan and Surin Park fees (currently 6N/US$60), scuba equipment (US$ 20 per day), nitrox tanks, dive insurance, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks. Full Information: MV GiamaniFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket ...

Tour this Maldives Liveaboard - MV Monsoon! 2008-01-22 03:09:00 It only takes a glance at the sleek exterior of the MV Monsoon to realise that this is a high quality liveaboard, and that joining one of its Maldives trips would mean a combination of awesome diving, extreme comfort and great service.MV Monsoon is 36.5 metres in length and is an impressive looking steel-hulled ship. It is no surprise to hear that its sister ship, The Hurricane which operates in the Red Sea, was voted ‘Best Liveaboard’ four times in a row by readers of Dive magazine. Let’s take a walk through the boat and see how it is laid out. The lower deck is where you will find 7 twin cabins for guests all with ensuite bathrooms with toilet, basin and hot shower with toiletries and towels. The cabins are all air conditioned, and have portholes which is one of the few reminders that you are on a boat. Otherwise the cabins are like a hotel room with a fridge, TV, DVD, music system and safe. So unlike many other liveaboards your cabin can be more than just a place to sleep. Her ...

10 % Off Komodo liveaboard - KLM Moana 2008-01-21 00:43:00 With a maximum of just 10 divers on board the Moana offers you an escape from big groups and guarantees plenty of individual attention in a variety of dive crew languages. This compact Phinisi schooner has five air conditioned cabins all with ensuite hot water showers. The boat may be less than enormous, but is modern and perfectly formed and is a great boat for individuals, groups or families to see the best of Komodo dive region.  Dive The World has a Special 10% Discount Price for these Komodo/Bali trips:Date: 1 - 5 March 2008 (5D/4N)Destination: Bali, KomodoUsual price: US$ 1,210. Discounted Price: US$ 1,089Price includes return airfare Bali-Labuan Bajo-BaliHarbour & National Park entrance fees payable on board: US$ 70 per person Date: 14 - 23 March 2008 (10D/9N)Destination: KomodoUsual price: US$ 2,386. Discounted Price: US$ 2,147Price includes airfare Bali-Labuan BajoHarbour & National Park entrance fees payable on board: US$ 70 per personFor full boat information and prices ...

Black Manta - Last Minute 10% off - 22 Jan 2008 2008-01-21 00:23:00 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 is offering 10% off the following trip:Date: 22 - 26 January 2008 (5D/4N)Destinations: Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Richelieu RockDouble Cabin Double/Twin, en suiteWas US$ 950, Now US$ 855 per personMaster Cabin 11 King size bed, en suiteWas US$ 1050, Now US$ 945 per personMore Information: MV Black MantaFor bookings, please contact Blog@Dive-The-World.com, or call our PADI 5 Star Dive Centre in Phuket - 083 505 7794. ...

MV Nautica 20% off 01 Feb trip 2008-01-17 20:29:00 MV Nautica is 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! There is a great 20% off on the following trip:Date: 01.02.08 - 03.02.08 (3 days/2 nights)Destination: Southern Island - Hin Daeng / Hin MuangBook now and save 20%Bunk Bed Cabin: Only US$ 444 (THB 14,800) Twin/Double Cabin: Only US$ 408 (THB 13,600) 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 - 083 505 7794. ...

Queen Scuba - Last Minute 20% off 03 February 2008-01-17 20:12:00 The Queen Scuba, launched in 2003, has gained an excellent reputation for customer service. It's a very big boat, loads of space to relax, comfortable cabins, experienced dive crew...it all makes for a great trip. Tour leader Rich is one of the most knowledgeable and friendly guys you'll ever meet! Trips: 03-07 February 2008Duration: 5 Days 4 NightsStandard quad cabin twin share: US$ 820 (Save 20%)Standard quad cabin triple share: US$ 772 (Save 20%)VIP double bed cabin: US$ 892 (Save 20%)Full Information: Queen Scuba For Bookings, please call Dive The World - +66 (0)83 505 7794, or email: Blog@Dive-The-World.com ...