by Isabella McClymont | Sep 25, 2017 | Europe, Scuba Diving
When I think of a dream diving destination Scotland doesn’t immediately jump to the front of my mind. I’m happiest when I can roll off a boat in a bikini and follow up my dive with a nap in the sun. But I merely adopted warmer waters. I was born in cold water, moulded...
by A Bird Abroad | Nov 11, 2016 | Scuba Diving, Uncategorized
My father is a diving instructor and lifelong fan of scuba. I never had a choice, I was always going to be forced underwater whether I liked it or not. Luckily for me I absolutely adore it. It’s the closest you will ever get to flying and that feeling of complete...
by A Bird Abroad | Sep 19, 2016 | Scuba Diving, Uncategorized
Your own gear is a wonderful luxury and the right kit can completely change your diving experience. Dragging on stiff suits and peering through a foggy mask can add stress and unnecessary angst to what should be an awesome experience. On the flipside, buying...
by A Bird Abroad | Sep 19, 2016 | Scuba Diving, Uncategorized
Hurghada really is the arse end of bum fuck no-where. We spent two nights there either side of our Red Sea liveaboard with Emperor Divers. It’s a strange place full of construction sites giving off an abandoned ‘post-coup’ vibe and souvenir shops...
by A Bird Abroad | Aug 4, 2016 | Scuba Diving, Uncategorized
Training as a PADI Divemaster will be one of the most rewarding things you will ever undertake, you will be learning and living in paradise. Before you can start you will need to have certified at all previous levels. It will depend on your agency as to what these are...