Underwater kelp forests stretch along thousands of miles of coastlines worldwide. Teeming with marine life, these destinations are home to the best kelp-diving experiences.

Safety is still a concern for many queer travelers. These dive groups offer peace of mind, camaraderie and a sense of community for marginalized divers and their allies.

Coral conservation in the Bahamas and across the Caribbean region is in full swing after a warming event caused historic bleaching. Scientists and nonprofits rely on coral tree nurseries, gene banking and outplanting tiny coral fragments back onto the reefs to restore areas that have been decimated.

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Dreaming of mystical kelp forests, barking sea lions and colorful landscapes? Check out these must-see dive sites in Oregon.

Scuba Diving staffer Candice Landau practices mindfulness below the surface as she explores the somber shipwrecks of Chuuk Lagoon.

Leading fellow divers through series of underwater caves can be extremely rewarding, but there's a lot of skill that goes into the work. Here's what it takes to become a pro cave diver.