Whether you’re looking to escape cold weather, beat the winter blues or just get away for a long weekend, here are our picks for the top February dive destinations.

There’s no better way to fill summer’s long days than by taking a dive trip. See our editors’ top five recommendations for where to go in July.

In the latest edition of “organizations divers should know,” Dr. David Shiffman introduces you to the Asian Shark and Ray Alliance. This new organization will bring together shark scientists and conservationists from across Asia—but they need your help.

A lack of regulations makes it shockingly easy for manta and devil rays to fall prey to the demands of a global trade market. Here's what's being done to put a stop to it.

A dead manta washed ashore in South Florida, allowing researchers to confirm a new species. Named the Atlantic manta ray, it shares traits with other mantas, and its discovery is crucial for conservation efforts and protecting coastal habitats.

There's no bigger thrill than seeing one of your favorite marine animals in person ... in their actual habitat. These animals earned top marks on PADI Club members' must-see list—here's where to find them.

Scuba divers love to share their favorite tips and tales from dive trips. This column highlights some of those. On one dive, PADI Pro Cristian Moreno encountered six oceanic manta rays, four of which he eventually named.

An encounter with rays is a magical experience, but the key to making the most of it—and finning away with some stellar photos—is patience. Here's what you need to know.

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?