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Am I Ready to Take the PADI Rescue Diver Course?

Advancing through dive certifications is certainly exciting. If you have your heart set on becoming a PADI Rescue Diver, here's what you should know before taking the plunge.

How to Safely Enter and Exit the Water From a Boat

It might seem basic, but this crucial skill helps ensure that your dives begin and end without injury. Here's how to master the act like a pro.

When Distracted Diving Leads to Chest Pains

An inexperienced diver on a surface-supplied air dive let distractions interfere with safety precautions, leading to chest pains later that day. Here's what happened—and how to treat it.

How to Dive Palau's Blue Corner

The Blue Corner Distinctive Specialty lets you go all in on one of the planet's most beloved dive sites. Here's what you can expect to find.

Is It Ever OK to Buy Used Gear?

It's no secret that diving gear is pricey. While it can sometimes make sense to buy used to save money, other times, new is the way to go. Here's how to know the difference.

How to Travel Abroad Without Getting Sick

The last thing any diver wants is for anything come between them and their next dive—especially an illness. Before embarking on your next trip abroad, follow our advice to help prevent sickness from getting in the way.

Treating a Case of Spinal Decompression Sickness

What happens when you experience rapidly progressing symptoms and you're on a liveaboard? Here's how a quick-reacting crew helped one diver seek treatment.

The Magic of Hawaii's Night Dives

Night dives can be magical, but there's something truly special about the sights to behold when the sun dips off the coast of Kona.

How Do I Dive Safely With Sharks?

Swimming with sharks is common in diving, but that doesn't mean it can't be unnerving. Here are tips to stay safe and respectful of these creatures' space.