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Coral bleaching 101: Everything you need to know about its impacts on marine life and coastal communities

1 day ago11 min read

Coral bleaching 101: Everything you need to know about its impacts on marine life and coastal communities

In 2007, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change identified coral bleaching as the greatest threat to reef systems around the...

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Dec 1211 min read

9 best places to surf in Japan

From the tropical waters of Okinawa in the south to the snowy coastlines of Hokkaido in the north, Japan serves up a smorgasbord of...

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Planning a sustainable dive vacation in the Solomon Islands: Best places to dive + eco-friendly resorts

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Dec 109 min read

Planning a sustainable dive vacation in the Solomon Islands: Best places to dive + eco-friendly resorts

The Solomon Islands are a standout for divers seeking an off-the-beaten-path underwater adventure in an uncrowded paradise . This...

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Everything you need to know about surfing in Pohnpei

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Dec 58 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in Pohnpei

Micronesia is a far-flung archipelago of over 600 islands that beckons adventurers with its perfect blend of tropical landscapes,...

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Sustainable diving in Lembeh Strait: Best dive sites + eco-friendly resorts

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Dec 39 min read

Sustainable diving in Lembeh Strait: Best dive sites + eco-friendly resorts

It’s no secret that Lembeh Strait is considered a mecca for underwater photographers and macro enthusiasts . Known as the "muck diving...

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Mercury pollution in our oceans and the impacts on marine life

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Dec 26 min read

Mercury pollution in our oceans and the impacts on marine life

Toxic to humans and the environment , mercury is a heavy metal that is continuously circulating through the atmosphere, water and soil in...

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Sustainable diving in Bunaken National Marine Park: Best dive sites + eco-friendly resorts

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Nov 288 min read

Sustainable diving in Bunaken National Marine Park: Best dive sites + eco-friendly resorts

Established as one of the country’s first marine protected areas back in 1991, Bunaken has well and truly asserted its reputation as one...

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The impacts of ocean acidification on marine life and coastal communities

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Nov 267 min read

The impacts of ocean acidification on marine life and coastal communities

Ocean acidification is a pressing environmental issue that has far-reaching implications for marine ecosystems and the communities that...

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Sustainable scuba diving in the Derawan Islands: Best dive sites + eco-friendly Derawan dive resorts

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Nov 257 min read

Sustainable scuba diving in the Derawan Islands: Best dive sites + eco-friendly Derawan dive resorts

Offering incredible encounters with manta rays, whale sharks and schools of barracuda (not to mention exceptional muck diving and a ...

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Everything you need to know about surfing in Iceland: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

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Nov 247 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in Iceland: Best surf spots + eco-friendly places to stay

Dubbed the “Land of Fire and Ice” , Iceland is slowly emerging as a sought-after destination for intrepid surfers . Its waves were first...

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Everything you need to know about diving around Bangka Island: What you can expect to see + eco-friendly dive resorts

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Nov 228 min read

Everything you need to know about diving around Bangka Island: What you can expect to see + eco-friendly dive resorts

Located off the northeastern tip of Sulawesi in Indonesia , Bangka is a small island that’s slowly earning a reputation as a dive hotspot...

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Everything you need to know about surfing in the Andaman Islands

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Nov 207 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in the Andaman Islands

Tucked away in the far-flung reaches of the Bay of Bengal, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a hidden paradise surrounded by the...

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Planning a sustainable dive vacation in Rapa Nui (Easter Island): Best dive spots + eco-friendly hotels

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Nov 179 min read

Planning a sustainable dive vacation in Rapa Nui (Easter Island): Best dive spots + eco-friendly hotels

Emerging dramatically from the South Pacific Ocean, Rapa Nui (Easter Island) is a remote, windswept speck of land situated around 3,700...

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Everything you need to know about surfing in Norway: Best surf spots + places to stay

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Nov 1411 min read

Everything you need to know about surfing in Norway: Best surf spots + places to stay

With its (frighteningly) cold waters and challenging accessibility , surfing in Norway is not for everyone. But those willing to brave...

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Everything you need to know about diving Cocos Island National Park in Costa Rica

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Nov 129 min read

Everything you need to know about diving Cocos Island National Park in Costa Rica

Situated over 550 kilometres off the western coast of Costa Rica, Cocos has long captivated the hearts and imaginations of explorers....

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Best places to surf in Ghana + eco-friendly stays

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Nov 78 min read

Best places to surf in Ghana + eco-friendly stays

While Ghanaians have been riding waves for decades (originally on wooden boards in pursuit of fish), modern surf culture in this West...

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Everything you need to know about diving in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park in the Philippines

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Nov 57 min read

Everything you need to know about diving in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park in the Philippines

Located in the middle of the Sulu Sea, Tubbataha Reefs is a protected marine and bird sanctuary that’s considered one of the best dive...

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7 of the biggest threats to our oceans and the humans who rely on them for survival

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Nov 49 min read

7 of the biggest threats to our oceans and the humans who rely on them for survival

The world's oceans, which cover over 70 percent of the planet's surface , are currently facing a multitude of serious threats that have...

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Best places to dive in the Azores + eco-friendly stays

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Nov 115 min read

Best places to dive in the Azores + eco-friendly stays

Suspended in the Atlantic Ocean between Europe and North America, the Azores is an enchanting collection of nine volcanic islands ...

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5 best eco-friendly places to stay in Mancora, Peru

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Oct 316 min read

5 best eco-friendly places to stay in Mancora, Peru

Located in Peru’s far north (around 130 kilometres from the Ecuadorian border), Mancora is popular surf destination that’s known for...

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