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Bluewater Travel's 50 Amazing Adventures
Bluewater Travel's 50 Amazing Adventures

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Chris H

Bluewater Travel's 50 Amazing Adventures

French Polynesia

Join us as we explore unique destinations around the world. Each video showcases a recent dive adventure with a Bluewater team member, customer, or a Travel with Bluewater group in an exotic location!

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12 Epic Mexico Dive & Snorkel deals
12 Epic Mexico Dive & Snorkel deals

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Nirupam N

12 Epic Mexico Dive & Snorkel deals

Mexico

Sharks, Whales, Mantas & more

Discover exclusive 2025 Baja and Pacific specials hand-picked by Bluewater Travel, featuring whale encounters, Sardine Run action, mobulas, whale sharks, and more. Our expert dive travel team has personally curated and tested each trip to deliver the best boats, guides, and value for your next ocean adventure.

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Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10
Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10

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Travel Editor

Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10

Indonesia

Looking for the best diving in Indonesia? We've dived around the country and picked our favorites. Here is our list of top 10 dive areas in Indonesia!

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Black Friday Deals - up to 50% OFF!
Black Friday Deals - up to 50% OFF!

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Chris H

Black Friday Deals - up to 50% OFF!

Indonesia

Don’t miss our Black Friday Sale! We’re offering exclusive deals you’ll only find at Bluewater Travel, with standout savings on liveaboards and resorts across the Maldives, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Fiji. If you’re planning your next great scuba adventure, these limited Black Friday offers are too good to pass up. Scroll down to grab your dream dive trip.

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Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10
Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10

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Travel Editor

Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10

Indonesia

Looking for the best diving in Indonesia? We've dived around the country and picked our favorites. Here is our list of top 10 dive areas in Indonesia!

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Best Liveaboard Destinations for Beginner Scuba Divers
Best Liveaboard Destinations for Beginner Scuba Divers

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Best Liveaboard Destinations for Beginner Scuba Divers

Thailand

Liveaboards can seem daunting if you've never been on one, and even more so to newer divers. We've rounded up the best liveaboard destinations suitable for beginner scuba divers, with options ranging from the nearby Caribbean to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. Read on to find the best liveaboard destination for you!

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10 Best Snorkeling Destinations in the World
10 Best Snorkeling Destinations in the World

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Chris H

10 Best Snorkeling Destinations in the World

Philippines

Exploring the underwater world doesn't always require scuba certification or bulky gear as snorkeling provides a simple and equally stunning way to experience marine life in its natural environment. Snorkeling travel is booming in 2025, with high demand for liveaboard snorkel options in the Maldives and Raja Ampat. We've added more itinerary flexibility to help travellers access remote reefs with shallow, clear-water drop-offs.

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Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean
Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean

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ChrisH

Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean

Worldwide

Looking to start your scuba diving journey in the Caribbean? This guide highlights the region’s best beginner-friendly dive sites—calm waters, vibrant marine life, and easy access make them perfect for first-time divers.

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La Paz Trip Report 2025
La Paz Trip Report 2025

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La Paz Trip Report 2025

Mexico

Read all about Bluewater Travel’s November 2025 La Paz photography workshop offered a week of unforgettable underwater experiences.

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Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean
Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean

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ChrisH

Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean

Worldwide

Looking to start your scuba diving journey in the Caribbean? This guide highlights the region’s best beginner-friendly dive sites—calm waters, vibrant marine life, and easy access make them perfect for first-time divers.

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Cozumel Trip Report 2025
Cozumel Trip Report 2025

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Travel Editor

Cozumel Trip Report 2025

Mexico

Bluewater Travel’s 2025 Cozumel Photo Workshop at Iberostar featured vibrant reefs, warm water, and expert photo instruction, with highlights including splendid toadfish, turtles, and sharks.

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Fakarava Grouper Spawning Trip Report 2025
Fakarava Grouper Spawning Trip Report 2025

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Travel Editor

Fakarava Grouper Spawning Trip Report 2025

French Polynesia

Read about Bluewater's unforgettable Summer 2025 Fakarava Grouper Spawn Trip—an exhilarating adventure featuring shark-filled drifts, rare grouper spawning events, and pristine Polynesian reef diving led by Mark B. Hatter!

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Dive travel guides

Bluewater Travel's 50 Amazing Adventures
Bluewater Travel's 50 Amazing Adventures

Article

Chris H

Bluewater Travel's 50 Amazing Adventures

French Polynesia

Join us as we explore unique destinations around the world. Each video showcases a recent dive adventure with a Bluewater team member, customer, or a Travel with Bluewater group in an exotic location!

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La Paz Trip Report 2025
La Paz Trip Report 2025

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La Paz Trip Report 2025

Mexico

Read all about Bluewater Travel’s November 2025 La Paz photography workshop offered a week of unforgettable underwater experiences.

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Best Liveaboard Destinations for Beginner Scuba Divers
Best Liveaboard Destinations for Beginner Scuba Divers

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AgnesA

Best Liveaboard Destinations for Beginner Scuba Divers

Thailand

Liveaboards can seem daunting if you've never been on one, and even more so to newer divers. We've rounded up the best liveaboard destinations suitable for beginner scuba divers, with options ranging from the nearby Caribbean to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. Read on to find the best liveaboard destination for you!

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Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10
Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10

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Travel Editor

Best Diving in Indonesia - Top 10

Indonesia

Looking for the best diving in Indonesia? We've dived around the country and picked our favorites. Here is our list of top 10 dive areas in Indonesia!

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Travel tips & information

Beginner’s Guide to Swimming with Whales & Whale Sharks
Beginner’s Guide to Swimming with Whales & Whale Sharks

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Chris H

Beginner’s Guide to Swimming with Whales & Whale Sharks

Worldwide

Swimming with whales or whale sharks is a breathtaking, bucket-list experience—and yes, it's accessible even to beginners! This guide will prepare you with everything you need to know before jumping in.
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Liveaboard Seasickness Survival Guide
Liveaboard Seasickness Survival Guide

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Chris H

Liveaboard Seasickness Survival Guide

Worldwide

Embarking on a liveaboard dive trip offers unparalleled access to remote dive sites and extended underwater adventures. However, the motion of the boat can lead to seasickness for some divers. Understanding how to prevent and manage seasickness ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experience. This guide provides practical tips and remedies to help you stay steady on your feet.

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Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean
Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean

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ChrisH

Beginner Dive Sites in the Caribbean

Worldwide

Looking to start your scuba diving journey in the Caribbean? This guide highlights the region’s best beginner-friendly dive sites—calm waters, vibrant marine life, and easy access make them perfect for first-time divers.

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Solo Dive Travel Guide: Best Liveaboards & Dive Resorts
Solo Dive Travel Guide: Best Liveaboards & Dive Resorts

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JennyH

Solo Dive Travel Guide: Best Liveaboards & Dive Resorts

Worldwide

Solo dive travel has many benefits, including flexibility, independence, personal growth, and meeting new people. However, divers traveling solo often face a difficult choice: to pay a substantial single supplement or share their rooms/cabins with strangers. As seasoned divers with plenty of experience traveling solo, the experts at Bluewater Travel have put together a guide of liveaboards and dive resorts with single-friendly policies.

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