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Brooke Morton

Brooke Morton

I owe my love of diving to summer camp, getting certified at age 14. After college, I became an instructor, teaching on the island of St. Croix. Working for travel magazines, I've been lucky to travel to every continent on assignment, from jumping in the water with humpback whales in Antarctica to swimming alongside mantas in Asia.

Brooke Morton Articles

Best Destinations for Underwater Photography

We asked, and you told us. These are the three best hotspots—according to our readers—to dive if your top priority is stunning photo opportunities.

Best Destinations for Wall Diving

Underwater walls are often a hotbed of sea life. Here, we're sharing three popular destinations that are home to some of the best wall diving out there.

6 Animal Encounters to Add to Your Bucket List

There's no bigger thrill than seeing one of your favorite marine animals in person ... in their actual habitat. These animals earned top marks on PADI Club members' must-see list—here's where to find them.

Best Destinations for Macro Diving

Lovers of the little will find no end to the pleasures found at these three destinations, voted best by Scuba Diving readers for their macro life.

Best Destinations to Dive With Big Animals

Scuba Diving readers say these are the top destinations to dive with big animals.

How Liveaboards Can Make You a Better Diver

On a vacation packed with so many dive activities, it only makes sense to work on some new skills while you're at it. Staying on a liveaboard makes it even easier. Here are six liveaboard trips where you can advance your dive certification.

7 Liveaboards to Book if You Love to Learn

Liveaboards provide unique opportunities for immersive diving experiences. These expeditions take things one step further and invite guests to participate in marine research while they explore.

Where to Dive for the Most Value

These popular dive sites ranked high in our 2024 Readers Choice survey for delivering great value. You told us where to go; we're showing you what to do when you get there.

8 Best Places for Shark Encounters

Sharks have the innate ability to stir up a wide range of emotions in people, with fear being the most common. But there's much more to these fascinating creatures than is portrayed on the big screen.