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Where to go scuba diving near Aulani, the Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina on the West Side of Oahu Here you are in paradise, relaxing at the Aulani Disney Resort and Spa on the West Side of Oahu. Your kids are loving the kids club and the beautiful beach, but you find yourself…

“Every time I scuba dive, I end up with chaffing on my body. What do I do to stop this from happening?” —————————- Hello Diver! Thank you for asking this question! Don’t feel alone in this problem – lots of divers experience this. Getting a wetsuit rash or light burn, while unpleasant, is not uncommon….

So, you’re new to scuba diving and have begun planning for a “two tank dive.” What does this mean? This can sound intimidating, I know. But it’s not! You do not need to carry two tanks on you, which is definitely what I worried about when I first heard this term. A “two tank dive”…

Former Dive Master Candidate Colt taking the PADI Rescue Diver course with Hawaii EcoDivers How to handle panic, drowning, and health issues when diving: emergency preparedness through Hawaii Eco Divers’ PADI Rescue Diver course on the North Shore of Oahu. Let me tell you a story about a dive emergency, explaining how I was able…

For many people, going on vacation is a time to relax. Most people like to spend their vacation time eating rich foods, spending time sitting by the pool or beach, or simply enjoying time with the people they love in a new and exotic environment. But if you’re not like most people, consider making your…

Hawaii Eco Divers – Apnea Training for surfers in Oahu “Lifeguards never pay!” Apnea For Surfers Seminar: April 28 and 29 Beginning this Saturday April 28th, Hawaii Eco Divers will be hosting an “Apnea for Surfers,”  two-day weekend seminar in Honolulu that will be focusing on all aspects of physiology and safety behind breath hold…

Scuba Diving near the Turtle Bay Resort on the north shore of Oahu can be great during the summer months Shark’s cove is the closest world class dive site near the Turtle Bay Resort The Turtle Bay Resort is located on the north shore of Oahu. During the winter months it becomes the world capitol…

The Hawaiian Islands are a vacation destination all year round. But the tourists truly flock to Hawaii during the spring. It has less to do with the weather and more to do with people’s schedules. While the weather is beautiful in Hawaii all year round, most families tend to have vacation time all at the…

Why in the world would anyone jump out of a perfectly good airplane? That’s the question we hear a lot at Hawaii Eco Divers by people who have never tried skydiving. But the truth is that there are a lot of good reasons to skydive. It’s exciting. It’s fun. It can even be life-affirming. And…

Scuba Diving can be intimidating for all ages. But how young is too young? Scuba diving is an exciting adventure that practically anybody can learn and enjoy. In fact, every year, people of all ages are discovering the wonders of scuba diving. While there are some minimum age restrictions, scuba agencies have lowered these for certifications. There…

Do you have a “bucket list”? It’s a list of things you want to do before you die, or in other words, “kick the bucket”. Usually, they are once in a lifetime experiences, such as seeing Rome, swimming with dolphins, or meeting your favorite movie star in person. One item that often makes people’s bucket…

Kayaking is one of the most exciting, enjoyable of outdoor sports. Each year, millions of people worldwide set out for a kayaking adventure. But even the most enthusiastic kayaking enthusiast may not know these fun and interesting kayaking facts. Kayaking Oahu — How It Got Its Name The term “kayak” actually comes from the First…