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Here you’ll find blog posts about many different topics, from marine life and scuba diving to travel tips or ocean conservation.
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What to do in Gili Air: A travel guide
Everyone needs a place like this at some point in life. A place where time seems to stretch endlessly between sunrises and sunsets, where routines and stress dissolve with the tide, where you stroll in flip-flops and minimal clothing, skin salty and hair windswept. That’s Gili Air: a small,...
How to get from Phuket to Phi Phi
The Phi Phi Islands. Instagram heaven. A millennial dream since Leonardo DiCaprio strolled through them in The Beach. Thailand’s quintessential island destination. A place everyone wants to visit on vacation. But how do you actually get there? Spoiler: there’s no airport. Like any tourist hotspot,...
What is thalassophilia? Why do so many people feel a deep love for the sea?
In this article, we’re going to explore an interesting concept. Phobias and “philia”—strong passions for something—come in many forms, but have you ever heard of one related to the sea? Thalassophiles are people who feel instantly happy just by seeing the ocean. Does this happen to you too? Do you...
How to choose the ideal diving course based on your level and experience
If we look for an easy analogy, diving is like a video game: the first levels are simpler, accessible to most players, designed to be fun without too many challenges. As you progress through the underwater world, things get more complex, exciting, and challenging. For this reason, not every course...
What is technical diving? How is it different from recreational diving?
Let’s get serious for a moment. Time for some “grown-up talk.” If you’re already an experienced diver, used to regular dives or with a few courses under your belt, chances are you’ve heard of “technical diving” or “tec diving.” Spotting a technical diver isn’t hard: just look at the seemingly...
Scientific diving: exploring the ocean with purpose
In this blog, we’ve mostly talked about recreational diving — its endless possibilities and the passion it awakens in those who take the plunge. But today, we’re shifting gears. This article is for those who have ever dreamed of becoming explorers, investigating the planet, protecting the...
Diving in Thailand: why it’s one of the world’s top destinations
Thailand has it all. And that’s no exaggeration. Really—where else can you find a place with stunning beaches, marine life-packed waters, year-round good weather, a cosmopolitan vibe, affordable prices, and a diving culture that’s practically a national passion? It’s the perfect destination...
Is it dangerous to dive in the Red Sea? What to know before you go
Some places instantly evoke adventure, exoticism, and a touch of mystery just by mentioning them. And without a doubt, the Red Sea is one of those places. It’s one of the world’s most famous diving destinations—for reasons universally appreciated, like crystal-clear waters, surreal coral...
Recreational diving: what it is, how to start, and why it’s so addictive
Starting something new is always exciting. But when it comes to diving—it’s a whole different level. It’s an adrenaline rush for your body and mind that leaves you wanting more every time. Recreational diving has a way of becoming a lifelong passion, a healthy obsession, the perfect excuse to...
What is adaptive diving and how does it work?
There’s a phrase we often say—and it couldn’t be more true: the ocean doesn’t discriminate. It’s a natural space open to anyone with the minimum physical and health conditions. At DPM Diving, we do everything we can to ensure more and more people can discover the magic below the surface. Because...
How to choose your dive gear: a guide to get it right
Let’s be clear from the start: this article is aimed at serious divers or those aspiring to be. If you only dive occasionally, chances are you don’t own your own gear—and that’s perfectly fine. Every dive school provides decent equipment (and places like DPM Diving even offer top-tier gear). But...
Drift Diving: How to enjoy it safely
It’s hard to put into words what it feels like to drift dive. That sensation of letting go, floating effortlessly, being carried by a force bigger than you, while the vast ocean unfolds before your eyes—it's something truly special. Drift diving isn’t just thrilling—it can offer some of the most...
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