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Calling all amateur wreck photographers!

Deep Blue Dive Center is excited to announce our Online Underwater Wreck Photography Competition, open to amateur photographers worldwide. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or just starting out, we invite you to submit your best underwater wreck photos for a chance to win amazing prizes. Capture the Enigmatic Beauty of Sunken Vessels Underwater wrecks offer a unique opportunity to capture the captivating beauty of history and nature intertwined. The interplay of light and shadow on the decaying structures, the vibrant marine life that has made these wrecks their homes, and the sheer scale of these underwater giants all come together to create stunning photographic opportunities. Showcase Your Talent and Win Exciting Prizes Share your passion for underwater photography and have your work recognized by renowned industry experts. The top three winners will receive incredible prizes, including an online underwater photography course from The Underwater Club, a 20% discount on any dive package offered by Deep Blue, and a 10% discount on any dive course offered by Deep Blue. Competition Guidelines The competition is open to amateur photographers from all corners of the globe. To enter, simply submit up to three of your best underwater wreck photos taken at any wreck in the world. Photos must be no larger than 1.5MB and submitted in JPEG format. Submission Deadline and Prize Announcement The deadline for submission is December 31, 2023. Winners will be selected by a panel of experienced underwater photographers and announced on January 15, 2024. Embark on an Underwater Photography Journey For more information on… Read More »Calling all amateur wreck photographers!

Deep Blue Dive Center's Exciting Partnership with The Underwater Club! 2

Deep Blue Dive Center’s Exciting Partnership with The Underwater Club!

At Deep Blue Dive Center in Aqaba, Jordan, we’re always on the lookout for ways to enhance your diving experience. We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with you. We’ve recently partnered with The Underwater Club, a renowned online platform dedicated to the world of underwater photography, to bring you an incredible opportunity to hone your underwater photography skills. Let’s dive into the details. A World–Class Instructor Our partnership with The Underwater Club brings you an underwater photography course like no other. Nicolas Remy, an award-winning underwater photographer with a wealth of experience, has designed and developed this course. With Nicolas as your instructor, you can be confident that you’re learning from one of the best in the field. His expertise and insights will take your underwater photography skills to new heights.  Here are the course highlights: The most complete source of eLearning for Underwater Photography: 40 lessons, over 16 hours of video-based teaching. Self-paced, Mobile friendly and bite-sized: each lesson is split into 3 to 6 smaller videos, most of which are 2 to 8 minutes long, all comfortable to take on your phone, whenever you have a bit of spare time. Teaching style: going into details, illustrating with diagrams and photos what to do & what not to do. Private forums where you can enjoy a complimentary photo critique service and engage with fellow Club Members. Monthly webinars, normally retailing for AUD 59 (when open to public) are free-of-charge for Members. Exclusive offers with our growing list of partners: Dive Centers and Photo… Read More »Deep Blue Dive Center’s Exciting Partnership with The Underwater Club!

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Unveiling the Treasures Below: Discovering Aqaba’s Newest Wrecks

Aqaba, the only coastal city in Jordan, is on the northernmost tip of the Red Sea. The waters of the Gulf of Aqaba continue to captivate divers with its underwater mysteries. Deep Blue Dive Center invites you to embark on an unforgettable adventure as we introduce you to the two newest additions to Aqaba’s wreck diving scene: the Tristar Plane and the Underwater Military Museum. Join us as we dive into the depths and explore these fascinating sites, each carrying its own unique story and allure. Tristar Plane: A Flight to History The Tristar Plane, a once-soaring 400-seater jetliner, has found a new home beneath the waves of Aqaba. Sunk intentionally in 2019 as an addition to the area’s artificial reef system, this aircraft now offers divers a chance to witness the transformation of technology into marine habitat. The Tristar Plane beckons with its wings spread wide, providing a stunning underwater tableau and a backdrop for unforgettable photographs. Our experienced guides at Deep Blue Dive Center ensure your safety as you navigate through the aircraft’s compartments, where marine life has taken residence, turning it into an ecosystem teeming with vibrant activity. Underwater Military Museum: Commemorating History’s Depths Aqaba’s history as a strategic military hub is brought to life through the innovative Underwater Military Museum. This immersive site features a collection of 19 military vehicles and artifacts, carefully arranged in battle formation on the seabed to create an educational and thought-provoking experience. With the guidance of Deep Blue Dive Center, you’ll have the unique opportunity to… Read More »Unveiling the Treasures Below: Discovering Aqaba’s Newest Wrecks

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Winter Flights Direct to Aqaba to Begin Soon!

Visit Aqaba is delighted to present the upcoming winter schedule for the low-cost carrier (LCCs) flying to Aqaba. The winter season is scheduled to commence from late October 2023 and extend until the end of March 2024. EasyJet: AMS (Amsterdam) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. (New Route) CDG (Paris) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week, with a break in January and reduced to 1 weekly flight. (New Route) LYS (Lyon) – Throughout the season, 1 or 2 flights per week. To Be Confirmed. (New Route) LGW (London) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. BER (Berlin) – Throughout the season (with breaks between January 3rd and February 7th), 1 flight per week. GVA (Geneva) – Starting from December 3rd, 2 flights per week (reduced to 1 flight per week for 3 weeks in January). MXP (Milan) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week, with a break in January and reduced to 1 weekly flight. Ryanair: MAD (Madrid) –throughout the season, 1 flight per week. (New Route) BGY (Milan) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. CGN (Cologne) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. CIA (Rome) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. CRL (Brussels) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. SOF (Sofia) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. VIE (Vienna) – Throughout the season, 2 flights per week. Wizz Air: KTW (Katowice) – Throughout the season, 2 weekly flights. (New Route) LTN (London Luton) – Throughout the season, 2 weekly… Read More »Winter Flights Direct to Aqaba to Begin Soon!

Deep Blue is the First PADI Eco Center in Jordan! 4

Deep Blue is the First PADI Eco Center in Jordan!

Divers around the globe care about the environment and protecting marine life. They are looking for centers that are environmentally friendly, are actively part of the solution to marine pollution and protecting coral reefs and marine life. We focus on doing all we can to preserve the 27 km or coastline we have in the Gulf of Aqaba, a beautiful part of the Red Sea. We are proud to announce that we have met the three criteria as a PADI Operator to quality as a PADI Eco Center: • Participation in the PADI AWARE Adopt the Blue™ program • Be an active Green Fins Member • Demonstrate an exemplary level of environmental performance, through the above programs Deep Blue Dive Center has been actively involved in PADI Aware for several years. We have adopted Yellowstone Reef as part of the PADI Adopt the Blue program and have reporting the debris since September 1, 2020. During the pandemic we accelerated our efforts to reduce marine debris and removed 1230 kilos in 6 months. And we continue to be involved in dive cleanups and our staff make every effort to make every dive a survey dive. Last year DBDC became a Green Fins digital member. All our staff were trained in the Green Fins Code of Conduct, and we began educating our guests about the initiative during boat briefings. Green Fins helped us improve our business by reducing single use plastics and finding practical ways to be more eco-minded. We began working hard to meet all the… Read More »Deep Blue is the First PADI Eco Center in Jordan!

How to Make a Positive Impact with the Dive Against Debris Initiative 5

How to Make a Positive Impact with the Dive Against Debris Initiative

The PADI Dive Against Debris is a global call to action for divers and snorkelers to help protect the oceans. By joining together to remove debris from underwater locations, we can reduce the amount of plastic and trash that ENDANGERS marine ecosystems. This initiative focuses on engaging, informing, and inspiring people to become ambassadors of environmental change. Learn About Dive Against Debris The Dive Against Debris initiative encourages everyone to become part of the solution by participating in worldwide cleanups, surveys, and other activities. It’s important to get to know the initiative to understand why it is so crucial in protecting our oceans and marine life. Take the time to read up on the initiative, what it stands for and why it’s so important for us to take part in it. With this knowledge, you can help spread the message and reach more people who are willing to join in too! Make a Difference Ocean Debris estimated to reach the seafloor, one of the best and most effective means for collecting data on marine debris is through scuba divers. Divers are uniquely positioned to collect these data with their direct access to the ocean’s depths and knowledgeable approach. PADI AWARE provides comprehensive information about marine debris which, can be found on their website. The data you collect can help PADI Aware understand the problems in the area you dive and advocate for change. Become a Dive Against Debris Diver! Do you want to join the fight against marine debris? As a PADI Junior Open Water… Read More »How to Make a Positive Impact with the Dive Against Debris Initiative

The Ugly Journey of Our Trash 8

The Ugly Journey of Our Trash

Let’s End Marine Debris! Marine debris and trash is wreaking havoc on our seas. It’s killing marine life, coral reefs, and making our waters and beaches ugly. Together we can help solve this problem. Read on and get involved! If you’re a diver or snorkeler, be sure to to PADI Aware and Green Fins.  Deep Blue Dive Center stands with PADI Aware and we are grateful for this infographic that gives a good visualization of what is happening in our seas. Let’s all put our hands together and do what we can to protect what we love. Divers can make every dive a cleanup dive and others can help by cleaning the beach. All of us have an important role to play. Find out more about what we do here. Infographic Source: PADI Project Aware https://youtu.be/g_HbR1Ugv08

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Sudden Hearing Loss After Diving

1Sudden hearing loss is a medical emergency.You need to see a doctor immediately.  2Be ready to get a second opinion.Studies confirm the efficacy of a combination ofCorticosteroids and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. 3Sudden deafness is not just for divers.Pass the word! It was a pleasant surprise to reconnect with our friends Catherine and Bubba on Deep Blue’s new dive boat last weekend. Both are avid underwater photographers. They were back in Aqaba after three months out and about, scouting some of the most spectacular diving spots in the world. When Bubba noticed that I was in no rush to put on my wet suit, he was quick to inquire: Bubba: “You are not diving with us today, Dom?” Me: “I wish I were! I am off diving for another four months. I suffered severe and sudden hearing loss in my left ear last November after a freediving course. I underwent intense treatment with a combination of steroids and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. Now I need to give my ears a break and hope they’ll keep healing naturally…” Bubba: “I am so sorry, Dom. And how are you now?” Me: “I am in high spirits. As for my ear, the glass is only half full. The hearing loss has gone from severe to moderate, so I consider myself lucky. I’ll most likely need hearing aids, which is depressing for a musician like me. But now I am on a mission to share my experience with fellow divers because, sadly, I would have had greater chances of full recovery with better guidance from the… Read More »Sudden Hearing Loss After Diving

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Scuba Diving Equipment List: Essential Items for Your Next Dive

Scuba diving is a fascinating activity that allows you to dive deep into the sea and explore the underwater world. It is not only a fun activity but also allows you to unwind. However, it requires proper equipment. Read about the essential items for an optimal experience. Mask A good quality mask is essential for any diver. A good fit and seal are necessary to avoid water entering the mask while diving. It covers your eyes and nose to help you see underwater as clearly as possible. It forms an air pocket around your eyes so that they don’t feel the effects of pressure while diving. Most masks also have a strap to hold them in place, but some come with rubber that offers superior fitting. The mask helps you have a better view below the sea’s surface. It also shields the eyes from water pressure. Special prescription masks are also available if a person requires glasses to see well. Snorkel The snorkel is used by novice divers and professionals who want to save air supply when swimming long distances on the surface of the water or practicing swimming techniques before descending into deeper waters for more advanced dives. Pick a snorkel that is comfortable to use. It should be made of durable material so that it lasts long. Fins, Boots, and Gloves Fins help improve mobility underwater, which reduces the chances of fatigue. They also help you fight against strong currents and waves. Pick fins that match your style of diving. Fins come in different sizes… Read More »Scuba Diving Equipment List: Essential Items for Your Next Dive

The Freak Storm that Left the Hercules C130 a Real Wreck 9

The Freak Storm that Left the Hercules C130 a Real Wreck

On November 16, 2017, Aqaba created a new dive site and sunk an old Hercules C130 transport aircraft. It took a lot of preparation to prepare the plane for sinking and much coordination between the Royal Jordanian Navy, the Aqaba Port Corporation, and ASESA, the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority. They placed it 300m/984ft off the shore at a maximum depth of about 16 meters. King Abdullah II spearheaded this project to promote tourism and create an artificial reef for fish to inhabit. Some people are naturally skeptical about artificial reefs and wonder why people would want to put things like planes underwater. Because artificial reefs soon become a habitat for new marine life, they create popular destinations for divers. They also divert pressure away from heavily visited coral reefs. Too many divers in certain spots can eventually cause damage. So many believe that artificial reefs can create a win-win situation for the environment and the economy. And it was with this intent that Aqaba decided to sink the Hercules. They placed the plane in a location near the M42 Duster tank that was easily accessible from shore  or boat by divers and snorkelers. At that time, the plane was fully intact and quite a sight to behold underwater.  Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus / DYK – The Scandinavian Dive Site, used by permission Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus / DYK – The Scandinavian Dive Site, used by permission Hercules C130 2017 Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus, used by permission Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus, used by permission Photo: Torbjorn Gylleus, used by… Read More »The Freak Storm that Left the Hercules C130 a Real Wreck

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