Locations

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.

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.

Bali’s Tulamben: A Macro Photographer’s Playground

Shuan the Sheep nudibranch photo by Kate Jonker
Yellow and blue “Shaun the Sheep” nudibranch, Costasiella sp. Gear: Canon R5, Canon 100mm macro lens, +15 diopter, Marelux MX-R5 housing, two Supe D-Pro strobes. Settings: f/9, 1/160, ISO 320.

With a wealth of macro subjects to choose from, the Indonesian island of Bali is a macro photographer’s dream. Underwater photography instructor Kate Jonker takes us to the quaint fishing village of Tulamben on Bali’s northeastern coast and shares her insights and tips for making the most of your trip.

An Italian Wreck Valley

Diver on the wreck of the steamship Torino. (Photo: Francesco Macchiarella)

In the waters of the Strait of Messina and the Grecanica Area in Calabria, Italy, there are many shipwrecks and submerged artefacts dating from ancient to modern times, with more still to be found. Andrea Murdock Alpini takes us on a journey of discovery to several wreck sites in the area and their history, as well as a beautiful underwater cave.

MPAs in Liguria: Expedition to Protect the Mediterranean Sea

Red gorgonians (Paramuricea clavata) in necrosis and covered with mucilage. This species is particularly sensitive to rising temperatures.

Climate change, ocean warming, impacts on marine biodiversity and the importance of marine protected areas (MPAs) prompted Greenpeace Italy to embark on an expedition to Liguria in late June 2024. Valentina Di Miccoli, a marine biologist on the expedition, tells the story.

Graciosa: Delectable Diving & Dining in the Azores

Diver at Gruta do Carapacho
Diver at Gruta do Carapacho at an islet off Graciosa Island in the Azores

A small volcanic island in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores, Graciosa offers a vibrant escape to a destination with beautiful nature, rich culture and delicious cuisine, as well as intriguing wrecks, marine life, caverns, caves and springs. Brandi Mueller tells us about her adventure there.