Dear Dive Buddy,

In this last mailout for the year we are reflecting a bit on what makes scuba diving such an enjoyable activity. We share an great video which shows the many facets of frogfish in the Philippines and as always we have a list of trip ideas for you so you can plan for 2018.

During the holidays we have an emergency service for clients travelling. For all other business, these are the opening hours:

23 Dec – 26 Dec - closed
27 Dec – 29 Dec - OPEN
30 Dec – 01 Jan - closed

We'll be back in full force on 2 Jan 2018.

We would like to thank all our clients and suppliers who helped make 2017 a great year.
We wish you and your family, dive buddies and friends Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2018!


As always, keep blowing bubbles

Dirk and Claudia
Is Diving Addictive?
Some people might argue that it can be very addictive, we certainly do have some people in our office and amongst you, our clients (we are not mentioning any names) for whom it is safe to answer yes!

1) The pleasure of zero gravity
There is the diving activity in itself - you are immersed in a zero gravity environment, your breath slows to a deep and relaxing rhythm. Add a turtle or other interesting animal in the frame and we are getting very close to that feeling of bliss.
2) Explore new frontiers
Scuba Divers encounter and interact with amazing marine world and explore sunken treasures. They see creatures and things where their brain hasn’t formed a concept yet. Scuba Divers are pushing their own physical and mental boundaries in a very safe and controlled manner.
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3) Health benefits
When I google for health effects of Scuba Diving I find the usual references to the physical risks which we all cover in our dive training. What I don’t find on the first page are the many health benefits Starting with the physical fitness in a low impact sport, the gentle build-up of body strength, the stress relieve and the balancing effects of being immersed in nature to name a few.
4) Explore new destinations
That is where we come in. Some of the best diving in the world is found in rather remote locations and it takes effort and time to visit. While most people enjoy to encounter new cultures and new natural environments we rarely want to be involved in making all the arrangements. I recently found this meme online which describes exactly how we at Diversion Dive Travel see our role:
We want to make sure you can stay calm and enjoy the entire vacation. Let us deal with the logistics.

If not addictive, diving is certainly a very attractive sport to enjoy during your holidays in 2018!
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Frogfish - Stealth hunters
Frogfish never fail to fascinate me. The speed they display when hunting is in direct opposition to the stillness while stalking their prey. Frogfish can be seen anywhere in the tropical waters of Asia and the Pacific, but there are regions where they are prolific. One such place are the waters around Dumaguete/Negros where the video below was filmed by Shane Siers. Make sure you don't blink at 0:45 sec.
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Philippines - ATMOSPHERE RESORT - Year round Special!
Great place to stay for your Frogfish hunt!
Atmosphere Resort - Dumaguete
For the 2018 season at Atmosphere Resort - Dumaguete get free nights with your bookings:

Book your 7 night stay in High Season (October to May, excl. Peak) and receive 1 FREE night: 6 + 1 night FREE (every 7th night is FREE)

Book your 6 night stay in Low Season (June to September) and receive 1 FREE night: 5 + 1 night FREE (every 6th night is FREE)


Contact us for a quote and to book!
Valid from 01 December 2017 to 30 November 2018
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Papua New Guinea - FEBRINA - Early January
8 Nights - only USD 3300 all cabin types
Bargain for January 2018
Febrina dropped the price for this 8-night cruise in January 2018. Same per person price in all cabins, also in Single use cabins! Spaces selling fast, please contact us if you want to join:

Only USD 3300 per person (SAVE USD 500.00 !)

Date: 05 - 13 January 2018 (8 nights)
From/to: Walinidi
Diving Kimbe Bay and Witu Islands

Must be paid in full at time of booking.

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Papua New Guinea - TAWALI RESORT - Stay Pay deal!
Minimum of 5 Nights stay and Get 1 Extra Night Free!
Tawali Resort is offering a "Super Blowout Sale for 2018" Special:

Minimum of 5 Nights stay and Get 1 Extra Night Free!

Stay Dates:
15 January - 15 March, 2018
5 April - 30 June, 2018
1 - 31 August, 2018


Terms and conditions apply. Email us today for inquiries.
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Solomons - SOLOMONS PNG MASTER - book now and save!
save 20% & small group deal 5+1
Check out the following offers for and awesome Solomon Islands adventure, PNG adventure or relocation trip between the Solomons and PNG with
Solomons PNG Master - 20% discount. Prices below are for a berth in a Standard twin share cabin:

Can you bring 5 buddies?? Then this is for you:

Group Offer:
Confirm any 6 divers on any single Solomons and/or PNG trip listed below and your sixth space will be free of charge!! The bookings can be made individually as long as they are on the same cruise date. That's right, 5 + 1 FOC on individual bookings!!

• 13 - 20 Feb. 2018 – Taste of Solomons
Now only USD 2620 - was USD 3275 (7n)

• 27 Feb. - 9 Mar. 2018 – Best of Solomons
Now only USD 3744 - was USD 4680 (10n)

• 10 - 17 Mar. 2018 – Taste of Solomons
Now only USD 3744 - was USD 4680 (10n)

• 07 - 14 Apr. 2018 – Guadalcanal to Western Province
Now only USD 2620 - was USD 3275 (7n)

• 29 May - 05 June - Western Province to Guadalcanal
Now only USD 2620 - was USD 3275 (7n)

Dive uncharted territories!

14 - 24 Apr. 2018 - Solomons to PNG transition trip
Now only USD 3744 - was USD 4680 (10n)

27 Apr - 7 May 2018 - PNG - North New Britain
Now only USD 3744 - was USD 4680 (10n)

09 - 19 May 2018 - PNG - North New Britain
Now only USD 3744 - was USD 4680 (10n)

Solomons PNG Master Terms and Conditions:
• Book latest by 29 December 2017
• Valid on new bookings only
• Cannot be combined with any other offer

You receive all these benefits if you book with us at Diversion Dive Travel:
- As a WWDAS Repeater you receive a 5% discount on your next WWDAS trip
- Referral Program applies, ask us for details!
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Indonesia - RAJA AMPAT AGGRESSOR - Dive The World Club Weeks
Dive the World Club Special: 25% OFF!
The Aggressor Fleet is offering its "Dive the World Club Weeks" promotions on Raja Ampat Aggressor. Book your trip with us and receive a 25% discount of the cruise cost!

12-24 April 2018 Banda Sea/Ring of Fire
04-16 June 2018 Banda Sea/Ring of Fire

Limited to new bookings only. Must mention this special at time of initial reservation. Discounts apply to cruise only and not on fees or surcharges. Cannot be combined with other discounts, promotions, or special incentives. Money saving specials do not apply. Subject to withdraw or change without notice.
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Truk (Chuuk) - TRUK MASTER - Last minute discount!
Truk Master - Master Truk Lagoon 30% OFF !!!
Explore Truk Lagoon by luxury liveaboard and experience diving some of the world’s top rated wreck dive sites in comfort and ease, on board Truk Master and receive 30 % discount:

• 10 nights: 10 - 20 January 2018
• 7 nights: 21 - 28 January 2018


• Book latest by 29 December 2017
• Valid on new bookings only
• Cannot be combined with any other offer

You receive all these benefits if you book with us at Diversion Dive Travel:
- As a WWDAS Repeater you receive a 5% discount on your next WWDAS trip
- Referral Program applies, ask us for details!
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Philippines - ATLANTIS AZORES - Puerto Galera to Coron
Wreck cruise - Only USD 1995 !
Atlantis Azores Transition Trip!
Special Puerto Galera to Coron Adventure
2 nights Atlantis Puerto Galera + 5 nights Atlantis Azores

Only USD 1,995 per person!
24 Feb - 3 March 2018
(from Puerto Galera to Busuanga)

• Sa 24 Feb – Arrive Atlantis Puerto Galera
• Su 25 Feb – Local dives from Resort
• Mo 26 Feb – Local dives from Resort, Board Azores 5pm
• Tu 27 Feb – Verde Island or Anilao
• We 28 Feb – Apo Reef
• Thu 1 March – Coron Wrecks
• Fri 2 March - Coron Wrecks
• Sa 3 March – Disembark 8am, flight from Busuanga to Manila (flight not included, has to be purchased)

• Minimum 8 passengers required to guarantee charter.
• Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
• Individuals only. Not available for groups.
• Based on availability.
• Offer includes deluxe stateroom accommodations (double occupancy or twin share), resort stay in a deluxe room (double occupancy or twin share), full board and unlimited diving.
• Standard inclusions and exclusions apply.
• Offer does not include Marine Park fee, equipment rental, day trips, transfers, excursions, personal purchases or Nitrox fills.
• Full payment due at time of reservation.

For more information, please contact us!
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Maldives - MV SHEENA - Last Minute Deal
30% OFF
World class diving at the best dive site in Meemu-, Laamu-, Thaa- and Gaafu Alifu Atoll... All this is guaranteed at an unbeatable price!

MV SHEENA offers a 30% discount for the following trips only:

17 - 24 Dec 2017
7 Days Southern Trip (from/to Filitheyo)

07 - 14 Jan 2018
7 Days Transfer Trip (from Filitheyo to Gaafu Alifu Atoll)


This offer is valid for the Standard Cabins and Owners Cabins on all trips, including full board, diving and nitrox!

Extra Transfers Cost:
Male - Filitheyo - Male EUR 215 /person/way
Kooddoo - Male EUR 210 /person/way

For the 7 Day southern trips, a minimum of 60 logged dives is required.
For the transfer trip a minimum of 100 dives is required.

This offer is only valid for NEW bookings being received from now on until the beginning of the tour and cannot be combined with any other specials.
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