Author Jessica Merrill

Cocos Island deserves its reputation as one of the best diving destinations in the world. Situated 342 miles off the coast of Costa Rica, this remote volcanic island in the Pacific Ocean is a national park and ... Read More...

A scuba diver’s paradise, the Bahamas archipelago comprises hundreds of islands, cays and coral atolls. North Americans will find it easy to reach this country located between Florida and Cuba. Yet despite thei... Read More...

Cuba is the largest of the Caribbean islands, home to unspoiled coral reefs and a variety of colorful marine life. The two most popular spots for diving are the Jardines de la Reina and the Canarreos Archipelag... Read More...

Renowned for its remote beauty, Socorro is the largest of four islands in Mexico's Revillagigedo Archipelago. Often collectively referred to as the Socorro Islands, they lie some 250 miles (400 kilometers) from... Read More...

The Galapagos Islands off Ecuador have some of the best marine shows in the world for scuba divers. This historical site of over 20 volcanic islands is famous for its wildlife and marine life and is a key area ... Read More...

If you want a truly remote yet spectacular diving experience, then Tubbataha in the Philippines should be at the top of your bucket list. Choosing the best Tubbataha liveaboard for your diving style will help y... Read More...

What’s not to love about diving in Australia? This gargantuan continent has underwater landscapes like coral reefs, seagrass fields, caves, and more all hosting a variety of diverse wildlife. Think parrotfish h... Read More...

Between the beautiful Indonesian islands of Sumbawa and Flores is Komodo National Park. Though the park itself is most renowned for its resident Komodo dragons, a plunge under the sea reveals hundreds of colorf... Read More...

The chain of over 250 islands, located 650 km (528mi) to the southwest of the Philippines, make up Palau, a scuba diver's dream. The water is warm year around, the islands are sparsely populated and the marine ... Read More...