Destinations

Magical Anda: Diving Bohol's Pristine Reefs in the Philippines

Three false clownfish in their yellow and green host anemone, Anda, Philippines. Photo by Matthew Meier.

The small, tranquil seaside town of Anda, on the southeastern corner of Bohol in the Philippines, is a hidden gem with its white sandy beaches, beautiful reefs and an impressive array of marine life species just off its coast. Matthew Meier takes us there.

Milne Bay: Liveaboard Odyssey in Papua New Guinea

Diver with large colony of yellow scroll coral at Wahoo Point. Photo by Pierre Constant.

Milne Bay in Papua New Guinea boasts a rich history and culture, with diverse marine species in its waters, from fascinating nudibranchs, reef fishes and flamboyant cuttlefish to sea turtles, sharks, rays and dolphins. Pierre Constant recounts his adventures there.

Madeira: Atlantic Island of Adventure

Atlantic chromis by the boiler at the wreck site of the steamship Forerunner at Badajeira

The Atlantic island of Madeira, located off the northwestern coast of Africa, is an oasis of rugged natural beauty both above and below the waves. With a rich cultural heritage and unique traditional cuisine, it has much to offer visitors. Brandi Mueller shares her adventure there.

Explorer Ventures Announces Customer Appreciation Sale

Explorer Ventures Fleet is celebrating divers and our friends who make it all possible with an exclusive Customer Appreciation Sale aboard the Caribbean Explorer II

This is the liveaboard itinerary that started it all in 1987, and there’s no better way to say thank you than with incredible savings on diving in Saba, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten. 

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The Visayas: Islands That Never Disappoint

Diver on reef in the Visayas, Philippines

With an extraordinary diversity of life and natural beauty found in its coral reefs and rainforests, the Philippines is a bucket-list destination for divers the world over. Underwater photographer and journalist Lorenzo Moscia shares his adventure to the provinces of Cebu, Negros and Siquijor of the Visayas Islands and the remarkable resilience of its people.

Bagnara & Costa Viola: Vivid Reefs & Mystical Caverns in Calabria, Italy

Pinnacle festooned with bright red gorgonians at Bagnara, Calabria, Italy

In Italy, there is a beautiful stretch of coastline in Calabria between Bagnara and Palmi that offers stunning vistas both above and below the waves, where divers can explore rich, colourful reefs with diverse marine life and underwater caves. Underwater photographer Francesco Turano takes us on a tour of some of the best dive sites in the area.