Nature/Wildlife
We live busy lives, often in urban settings, so when the time comes for a vacation, many of us know that the best thing to do is to turn to nature. Nothing blows the cobwebs away more than a trek in the mountains or communing with creatures in the deep forest. Whether peering into a volcano, riding horseback along a trail, or spotting wildlife on a river cruise, something deep within us needs to feel connected to the natural world. All regions of the world present opportunities for enjoying nature.
In cooler temperate climates you may seek out snow-capped mountains such as the Alps, while equatorial regions offer the dense jungles of Asia or the vast plains of Africa. Anywhere animals live free offers us the chance to witness their majesty and understand better our place in the natural order. We can give ourselves privileged memories of seeing lions, elephants and gorillas on safari, or witness orangutans, monkeys and birds in the trees of the rainforest. The oceans and coastlines of the world offer opportunities for encounters with whales, dolphins, penguins, seals and more. Nature is always good for the soul.
Huge Support for Coral Seas Marine Park
Does saving the Coral Seas mean something to you? You're not alone! Protect Our Coral Seas has over 30,000 Australians supporting their efforts to declare this spectacular area as the world's largest protected area. Over 30,000 Australians from all walks of life have...
From Sharklife: Does Shark Cartilage Work?
Do you want to stop the decline of sharks in our oceans so that you can look forward to many years of diving with sharks? Sharklife is turning the spotlight on shark cartilage products. Have you heard that shark cartilage can benefit people suffering from cancer and...
SIPD Reintroduces Giant Clams in Semporna
Have you ever had the marvellous fortune of gazing into the electric blue colours of a giant clam while diving in Sipadan? These truly unbelievable creatures are dwindling in number and The Semporna Islands Darwin Project (SIDP) is taking outstanding steps to...
Maldives Manta Feeding Frenzy – Video
Can you see yourself being at the centre of a whirlpool of activity as manta rays and whale sharks go into a feeding frenzy? Then Maldives liveaboard diving amid the plankton blooms around South Baa Atoll in Hanifaru lagoon is the way to go. You can see for yourself...
Dive Operators Who Support Shark Conservation
Are you a fan of shark diving in Fiji? Then you will be happy to know that we at Dive The World have a few operators who value shark conservation. Peter Hughes liveaboards Put Fiji Aggressor II at the top of your list when considering a diving cruise. The Peter Hughes...
Get Your Free Online E-course From Sharklife
Have you experienced the pleasure of diving with sharks? Amazing how our wonder at their majesty overwhelms fear in these interactions.The more we know about sharks the more interesting they become, so Sharklife are offering a FREE e-learning course to raise awareness...
Matava Wins PADI Project AWARE Award Again!
Want to know which Fiji dive resort is winning all the awards? Matava Resort on Kadavu has for the 2nd year running won the PADI Asia Pacific Member Awards 2009 in the category Project AWARE Marine Environmental Award 2009. The nominees included more than 1,000 PADI...
Best Fiji Dive Resorts Escape Cyclone Tomas
Are you a little concerned about the impact of Cyclone Tomas on your Fiji diving holiday? You have nothing to worry about. We checked in with our dive operators to see how they fared. Their response: "The guests are diving ... It's beautiful weather today!" So, with...
John Gray’s Sea Canoe – The Best Trips in Phuket
John Gray is quite a character and has been an environmental activist since he was just a young boy. Now his Sea Canoe business is a perfect example of how eco-tourism can contribute to the bottom line too. In 2008 John Gray's Sea Canoe won the SKAL Club...