You want to go scuba diving with your parents, but what does that look like in reality?

One thing that draws many people to diving is the social aspect. PADI Dive Centers and Resorts, PADI Club and PADI AWARE plug us into a social network interlaced with events, travel and adventure, making it easy to meet, interact with and do things with interesting people who share our passion for diving and the underwater world.  Few recreations offer so many ways to make new friends and do things with them. If you’re an extrovert, this aspect of diving is a good fit for you.

The island of Bali is the stuff dreams are made of. With its stunning beaches, lush jungle, rice field landscapes and vibrant culture, it’s no wonder it’s known as the “Island of the Gods.” But did you know that Bali is also home to some world-class diving? If you’re planning a trip and want to make the most out of your diving experience, here are six of the best dive resorts in Bali, according to PADI Travel reviews.

From chasing sunken treasure to discovering lost cities, the underwater realm has always captivated divers and non-divers alike. This unique, and still vastly undiscovered, world deservedly plays a prominent role in plenty of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters. But sometimes, even the best ocean movies have been known to overuse their creative license in the production process — resulting in some rather amusing scuba diving movie mistakes.

An important — and disappointing — update from Ian Campbell, PADI AWARE Foundation Associate Director, Policy and Campaigns: