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Filling My Cup in Pensacola

A solo traveler’s guide to epic scuba diving, incredible nature and one of Florida’s most historic and charming towns

What It's Like to Fossil Dive in South Carolina

Contributor Rachel Plunkett chronicles her North American dive adventures while living the nomad lifestyle—finding places to dive wherever her van is parked.

How Underwater Mapping Is Changing the Dive World

Rendering accurate 3D models of sunken wrecks is a painstaking job, but the results speak for themselves.

5 Best Dive Sites in St. Croix

From walls to reefs, wrecks to piers, St. Croix is a diver's paradise. With so many options, it can be tough to narrow down your choices—start with these five.

An Unforgettable Dive: Parrotfish in Paradise

Diver and adventurer Katie Leeper had the best dive day staying on the Sea Ventures Dive Rig and exploring the Sipadan Islands.

Do Dive Lights Harm Manta Rays?

Shining bright plankton-attracting lights is a common practice to lure giant manta rays for nighttime viewings, but can the seemingly harmless spectacle actually harm these gentle giants?

Why Tioman Island Is the Perfect Dive Detour

Tioman Island may be small, but the surrounding sea is packed with myriad sights, making it a dive destination you don't want to overlook.

8 Best Places to Go Kelp Diving

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.