The hottest, coldest, longest, deepest and highest dives in the world. The world's superlative sites and the people who pioneered them.

What's it like to be a golf ball diver? What drives poachers and pros to risk polluted water, snake bites, gator attacks and accidental drowning? As much as $100,000 a year.

Dive In Climate: Subtropical temps, from mid-to high 70Fs. Summer begins in December. Water Temperatures: The subtropical East Auckland Current sweeps relatively warm water into the Bay of Plenty (60Fs), but you'll still need to pack a ...

In life, she faithfully hauled oil and kerosene up and down the North Atlantic. In death, she is more vibrant than ever...