Some of the appeals of diving are unique travel opportunities, committing ourselves to projects that can make a difference and learning new capabilities. Among other things, these separate diving from other adventure activities, but these tend to have medium to long time commitments, which implies – incorrectly – that diving is always a multi-day experience, taking several days to as much as two weeks or more. While big adventures, like liveaboard trips, are absolutely great and part of diving’s appeal, sometimes we overlook the short end of the time scale.

Some of the appeals of diving are unique travel opportunities, committing ourselves to projects that can make a difference and learning new capabilities. Among other things, these separate diving from other adventure activities, but these tend to have medium to long time commitments, which implies – incorrectly – that diving is always a multi-day experience, taking several days to as much as two weeks or more. While big adventures, like liveaboard trips, are absolutely great and part of diving’s appeal, sometimes we overlook the short end of the time scale.

If you’re looking for gifts for a child who likes marine life and aquariums, you’re in the right place! Kids are like sponges (or sponge coral!), soaking up information and love for the things around them. What better thing to immerse them in than marine life and the underwater world? Our gift guide below includes options for all ages and interests, from recycled plastic toys to bath-time aquarium fun!

What if your Omega-3 supplement could protect the oceans? That’s the inspiring idea behind Freshfield, a British Columbia-based company producing plant-based Omega-3 supplements from algae. Their Ocean Saving Omega, provides essential nutrients without depleting fish stocks, offering a sustainable solution that helps restore ocean balance. 

On the picturesque island of Malapascua in the Philippines, an ambitious and transformative project is underway, led by the non-profit organization People and the Sea. Through the support of the PADI AWARE Foundation® Mission Hub Community Grant Program and its partnership with Blancpain, this initiative—titled “Coral, Climate, Communities”—is working to redefine marine conservation in the region by promoting Marine Protected Area (MPA) recognition and empowering local stakeholders to protect their vital marine ecosystems.