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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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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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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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Where is the best scuba diving in Phuket?
Phuket is a popular tourist destination in Thailand, known for its stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters. It's also a haven for scuba divers, offering some of the best diving spots in the world. The warm and clear waters around Phuket are home to a diverse range of marine life, including sea turtles, barracudas, and colorful corals.
One of the most popular diving spots in Phuket is the Similan Islands, which are located about 100 kilometers northwest of Phuket. Best done as liveaboard trips the islands boast some of the most impressive underwater landscapes in the region, with granite boulders forming caves, swim-throughs, and [...]
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My First Scuba Dive
Around fifteen years ago, I embarked on what would become a life-changing experience: my first scuba dive. As a PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience participant in Phuket, Thailand, I was both nervous and excited to explore the underwater world. Little did I know that this would be the start of my scuba diving journey, which eventually led me to become a PADI scuba diving instructor.
Before my first dive, I underwent a brief training session with my PADI instructor. We went over the basic principles of scuba diving, such as equalizing pressure in my ears and mask clearing techniques. Even though it was just a quick session, it was eno [...]
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The Best Phuket Diving Season
Scuba diving is an activity that can be enjoyed all year round in Phuket, Thailand. With Phuket's warm waters, diverse marine life, and stunning underwater scenery, this tropical paradise offers a unique diving experience to divers of all levels. However, there are some seasons that stand out as the best times to go diving in Phuket. In this blog post, we will discuss the best season for scuba diving in Phuket.
The high season for diving in Phuket is from November to April, with late December being one of the busiest periods for tourism & scuba diving in Phuket. During these months, the sea is calmer and clearer, offering excellent vis [...]
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