Learning to dive transcends borders and languages. If you’re diving into the PADI Open Water Diver course on your next vacation, then knowing some basic scuba diving translations can help you connect with the local dive community and fellow travelers – whichever language they speak.

Brazil has 7400 km/4600 miles of coastline, which means there are great places to scuba dive in Brazil and a lot of beautiful places that are at risk due to pollution. About 26% of Brazil’s territorial waters are protected, and the dive centers below are doing their part to protect the rest. Whether you’re planning a dive trip to Brazil or you live there already, there are ongoing ocean conservation projects in Brazil that need your support.

“The oceans are too big for one single hand to protect and care for. However, if many small hands work together, our oceans will definitely get better.”  – Mr. Chatsakul Kaewpanao, PADI Course Director and General Manager of Big Bubble Dive Resort, a multi-year grantee recipient from Thailand 

Many of us take a moment to reflect on the past and remember those who served during the World Wars. For scuba divers, that usually means honoring history through wreck diving. Wreck diving offers a unique opportunity for divers to connect with the past by exploring what rests beneath the surface. These wreck diving sites in the United Kingdom, once active ships and submarines, now serve as underwater memorials, each with its own story to tell. For those passionate about both history and the underwater world, wreck diving provides an unforgettable experience.

Often referred to as the real-life Godzilla, marine iguanas are a true marvel of evolution. Found in the Galápagos Islands, marine iguanas have adapted uniquely to a life both on land and in the ocean. Divers and wildlife enthusiasts are captivated by the reptiles’ impressive swimming abilities and their striking appearance. In this blog, we’ll dive into some fun facts about the marine iguana and show you why they might just be the reason you’ll want to grab a mask and snorkel or become a certified scuba diver!