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Aussie Divers Phuket – Awarded PADI CDC Rating
On the 5th September 2023 Aussie Divers Phuket was awarded the the prestigious PADI CDC (Career Development Centre) rating. The highest possible store rating in the PADI Scuba Diving educational system.
The award is testament to the hard work of the staff and instructors over the 11 years of since Aussie Divers Phuket commenced.
Aussie Divers Phuket was delighted to receive this email from PADI Headquarters.
Hi Darren,
It gives us great pleasure to award Aussie Divers S-23442 the esteemed distinction of PADI Career Development Centre. You have now moved into the highest level of educational professionalism in our industry.
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Local Phuket Marine Protected Areas
Thailand have some of the world’s most beautiful waters and as a result she has created 26 marine protected areas. The local Phuket marine protected areas also contain popular scuba diving sites in the waters of the Andaman Sea.
The most popular for the scuba diving liveaboard vessels is The Similan Islands. The group of nine islands are a continental archipelago in the Andaman Sea off the coast of, and part of, Phang Nga Province. This area is about 100km north of Phuket. It is also the maritime border between India and Thailand. This takes in some of the famous dive sites of Elephant Head Rock, Anita's reef and Boulder City.
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Our Dives
King Cruiser Wreck, Phuket, Thailand
This blog is about the most famous scuba diving wreck in Phuket, Thailand, the King Cruiser Wreck. This is the story of the King Cruiser wreck, a dive site that has become an attraction for divers and a haven for marine life. Let’s explore the history, dive experience, and the incredible marine biodiversity surrounding this popular wreck.
The story of the King Cruiser wreck begins on May 4, 1997, at the time the vessel was carrying approximately 561 passengers, including Thai locals and tourists. It was on its regular route from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands. The ship, originally named the MS Rhein, was a Japanese car ferry that [...]
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Diving Health
The Benefits of Oxygen for Scuba Diving Illnesses
Scuba diving is a breathtaking adventure that allows us to explore the wondrous world beneath the seas. However, as with any exhilarating activity, scuba diving comes with its own set of inherent risks and challenges. From time to time, thankfully rarely, scuba diving accidents or illnesses do occur. These can range from minor discomfort to life-threatening situations. Forunatelty one essential tool that plays a crucial role in mitigating the consequences of diving-related illnesses and that is oxygen or more specifically first aid oxygen (FAO2). In this blog, we will look at the benefits of oxygen for scuba diving illnesses.
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Women in Scuba Diving – Phuket
Scuba diving, once a male-dominated sport, has seen a significant shift in recent years. It is welcome news that thee advancement of girls and women in scuba diving has opened up new possibilities for exploration beneath the waves. With their passion, determination, and skill, female divers are making waves in the underwater world, especially so in Phuket and Thailand.
In Phuket, Thailand the numbers of female scuba divers have been on the incline for a number of years now. This is now coming close to 40 % of all new scuba divers being female. This is almost 10% higher than ten years ago.
Historically, scuba diving has [...]
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Courses
The Five Benefits of PADI Sidemount Scuba Diving:
Sidemount scuba diving is a popular alternative to the traditional back-mounted configuration, where the scuba tanks are positioned on the diver's back. This technique involves mounting the tanks on the sides of the diver's body, offering unique advantages and benefits. Aussie Divers Phuket can offer the PADI Sidemount Divers course in our awesome tropical waters. Here are five benefits of PADI sidemount scuba diving:
One of the key benefits of sidemount diving is improved streamlining and maneuverability in the water. By moving the scuba tanks to the sides, the diver's profile becomes narrower, reducing drag and making it easier to [...]
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The Popularity of Indian Scuba Divers in Phuket
In recent years, there has been a remarkable surge in the popularity of scuba diving among Indian adventurers, and Phuket, Thailand's diving paradise, has become a sought-after destination for Indian scuba divers. This blog post explores the factors behind the rising trend, highlights the experiences that draw Indian divers to Phuket, and celebrates the vibrant underwater community that has flourished as a result. PAD certifications for those living in India are up 420% from 2022.
More then ever, Indian scuba divers are taking on scuba diving activities like the PADI Open Water Course and PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience.
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