Latest News & Updates

Thailand Aggressor to Myanmar - SAVE $800

Starting in July 2016 the Thailand Aggressor has added a new itinerary that will depart Ranong, Thailand and travel north to Myanmar. Save $800 per person on the following weeks:
July 23 - 30; July 30 - Aug 6; Sept 24 - Oct 1; Oct 1 - 8; Oct 8 - 15; Oct 15 - 22; Oct 22 - 29, 2016

Carpe Vita Maldives Deep South - February 28 to March 10, 2016 - Last Minute

• One Lower Deck Cabin - $4059 per person SAVE $500 per person
• One Lower Deck Male Share Berth - $4059 SAVE $500

Dewi Nusantara 2016 SAVE 15%

• Charter 1604 - Departs Sorong for North Raja Ampat, South Halmahera, Spice Islands 14-25 February - $5095 + Fees
• Charter 1606 - Departs Ternate for Spice Islands, South Halmahera, Ambon 13-24 March - $5095 + Fees

Pearl of Papua - Raja Amat North - Limited Space

• January 31 to February 7, 2016 SAVE 25% Book this trip with us and get a huge discount!

The Thalatta Resort is offering a great special for travel between February 1 to October 1, 2016. Book 6 nights at the resort and your 7th night is FREE. The special is also extended to the dive packages.

Book more, dive more:  Book 5 dives, get 1 FREE * Book 10 dives, get 2 FREE * Book 15 dives, get 3 FREE.

 Sri Lanka Aggressor

September 2016 Launch

Book Introductory Dive Offer Now - $2595 PP

The Sri Lanka Aggressor is now under construction along with the Aggressor Tented Safari Lodge. We are now taking discounted booking for the Lodge and the live aboard charters. Expected launch of the ship is September 3, 2016. Are you ready for this exotic destination..?

The recreational diving itinerary, West Colombo & Northwest Kalpitiya, departs from Colombo to explore beautiful wrecks and reefs. Half the week is spent exploring the wrecks and the other half venturing north for drift diving along lush coral reefs. The wreck dives may include: the Thermopylae Sierra, Chief Dragon, Taprobane, and Trug. With warm coastal waters and the continental shelf only 5 to 10 kilometers out from the Sri Lankan coast, Sri Lanka is guaranteed a wealth of coral and marine life all year long including dozens of ship wrecks that have become artificial reefs for local fish species and are easily accessible to recreational divers. One morning guests will have the opportunity to snorkel with the whales and dolphins. Introductory Dive Itinerary Offer $2595 per person. Diving itinerary dates are as follows:

West Colombo & Northwest Kalpitiya - Diving
   Embark/Disembark: Colombo
   2016: Nov 5, 2016 - Dec 31, 2016
   2017: Jan 1 - Feb 25, 2017; Oct 28 - Dec 31, 2017
   2018: Jan 1 - Feb 24, 2018; Oct 27 - Feb 23, 2019

Tech & Rebreather Trips: The Tech Wreck itinerary departs from Trincomalee and explores world-class wrecks such as the HMS Hermes aircraft carrier, HMS Hollyhock and RFA Athelstane. With over 200 wrecks in Sri Lanka, 50 are identified as excellent or world class dives. Including the HMS Hermes the first ever British aircraft carrier built. The 600 meter wreck is residing at a depth of 54 meters along with 3 other support ships in 20 to 40 meter depths, The Sri Lanka Aggressor is fitted with 3 x 600 HP Compressors, Nitrox Compressor, Full Tri-Mix System and Rebreather System. Learn more about Technical Courses and Trimix Rebreather Fills.

Land Trips: Sri Lanka offers world class wildlife parks full of large game animals;  leopards, sloth bears, elephant, water buffalo, jackel, wild boar, deer, marsh and mugger crocodiles and 492 species of resident or migratory birds. Sri Lanka also has an amazing world heritage site dating back to the 3^rd century BC and 5^th century AD.

The Aggressor Tented Safari Lodge is located near Wilpattu and Minneriya National Parks. Guests may stay for 3 nights before or after the Sri Lanka Aggressor and will experience big game viewing in both parks, seeing leopard, elephant, bear, buffalo, deer, crocodile, jackel and many other animals and birds in their natural jungle habitat. In addition as part of the package, will visit two world heritage sites, the 3rd Century BC ancient city in Anuradhapura and 5th Century AD Sigiriya Rock Palace. 

Euphoria Liveaboard

Raja Ampat 30% OFF in 2016 

Here's a superb liveaboard and we are offering 30% discounts on a number of charters in 2016. Book between November 10 to December 20, 2015 with deposits paid before December 31, 2015 for this special opportunity.

Here are the dates available, and most of these are 12 day trips.

Jan 23, Feb 23, Mar 15, Mar 27, Apr 29, May 14, May 29, Jun 13, Sep 9, Sep 24, Dec 8,and Dec 23, 2016

These charter dates are to Raja Ampat. If you have been considering a live aboard to RA, now is the time to book. Contact us for availability.

Utopia Village Resort

Utila, Bay Islands, Honduras

Last Minute BOGO Sale

We have a last minute sale at Utopia Village offering a great BOGO deal. Book one diver and the second diver is 50% OFF. Travel dates November 7 to December 19, 2015.

• Diver package $1700 / $850 plus tax. Non-diver package $1400 / $700 plus tax.
• All PADI dive courses are 50% OFF
• Group of 4 divers: 2 pay full price, 3rd diver is FREE, 4th diver is 50% OFF.
• Solo diver, no problem….NO single supplement.

Playa Escondida Resort - Sayulita, Mexico

Needless to say we had an amazing, relaxing trip to Playa Escondida this past week (Oct 10-17, 2015). We can't say enough about this place…the people, the food, the Luna Alegre room, the pools and restaurant area, and the wild and crazy surf. If you want a special vacation to a secluded, small resort (only 29 rooms), this could be your destination. Contact us for special rates. You can also find some short videos on our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSexlRqk3GnjxOMw0ZAJOqA

Airport Travel Tips

You may have seen these airport travel tips but they are worth repeating as we get ready for our winter dive travel to tropical destinations.

• Getting through security checkpoints is always a major hassle. A little preparation can save you time and aggravation. Be mindful of the carry-on restrictions. Before your trip, stock up on small travel-size toiletries that are allowed for carry-on. This may also reduce your bag weight.
• If you are travelling internationally, weigh your bags before you leave home and again, be mindful of weight limits as they differ from airline to airline. You may also have to weigh your carry-on bags so remember the check specific airline restrictions and weigh your carry-on before you leave for the airport.
• There are a number of smartphone apps available to help navigate airport terminals. Gate Guru (www.gateguru.com) is a favorite as well as Seat Guru (www.seatguru.com) for getting that seat with a bit more leg room. If travelling through the US, TSA information is also available (http://apps.tsa.dhs.gov/mytsa/).
• A common trick to save a couple of bucks….carry an empty water bottle. Many airports now have water bottle fill stations near drinking fountains. You can avoid the high price of bottled water at post-security shops and restaurants.
• Many people are right-handed and tend to choose checkpoint and immigration lines to the right. You may find lines to the left shorter with less of a wait. Of course, signing up for the TSA Pre-check program can also save you time and hassles in security line.
• We have changed our dive gear bags from soft-side bags with rollers to lighter canvas sport duffel bags and we have saved close to 10 pounds in bag weight. We do need to get luggage carts now but we rarely worry about dive gear weight, and when we  are on a liveaboard with limited storage space, these soft duffel bags compress to save cabin space.
• Take a photo of your boarding pass with your smartphone. Then you won't have to worry about opening your email program to find the boarding pass. We also take photos of our travel documents, passports, C-cards, and other personal records that might get misplaced. Check out our smartphone app as it has a section just for this purpose (Liquid Diving Adventures on the Apple app store or Google Play).
• That camera in your smartphone can be used to take pics of your luggage, your parking lot location and other common travel events that you may forget after a week of scuba diving. Use that phone for more than just selfies…!
• We have started to purchase a bottle of wine or other alcohol at duty free. We don't save much on the cost of the bottle but it can really save on the resort bar tab. You might consider some of the mini-bottles of alcoholic beverages to mix with a free soft drink on the plane. Just remember to pack them in a plastic baggie to get through the security checkpoints. And remember to use caution when bringing alcohol into to some Middle Eastern countries for travel to the Red Sea.
• If you are not a frequent flyer member and don't have access to Premier Lounges, you may find some clubs will allow for day purchases. It may be worth the extra cost (say 420 to $50) to get out of the crowd if you have a long layover.

Cayman Islands

2016 DEMA Dive Show Group Specials

One of the most popular dive destinations in the Caribbean, well actually, more than one…!

Little Cayman Beach Resort and Brac Reef Resort are offering great group deals for 2016. Travel dates for both resorts are July 2 to December 17, 2016. Contact us for group deals and free of charge spaces for groups of 10.

Little Cayman Beach Resort

Little Cayman Beach Resort package includes 7 nights accommodations, 12 boat dives (6 2-tank dive days), three gourmet buffet meals daily, airport ground transfers, and welcome rum cocktail. Pool view $1695 per person, Ocean View $1943 per person group rates. Ask about free of charge (FOC) spaces and our discount rates.

Brac Reef Beach Resort

Brac Reef Beach Resort has recently been remodelled and they are ready to show off their improved facilities. Diving is still provided by Reef Divers, known for their "valet service." Your package includes 7 nights accommodations in a beach view room, 12 boat dives (6 2-tank dive days), three gourmet buffet meals daily, airport ground transfers, and a welcome rum cocktail. Get this package for $1425 per person double diver occupancy. Meet us in the bar for a "K" beer or a yummy mudslide.

Playa Escondida Resort - Sayulita, Mexico

We are starting to post some short videos to our YouTube channel. We are playing with our GoPro and having a blast. We have yet to be able to schedule any dives but really enjoying the resort, the beach and the pool. This is an amazing resort….!

Liquid Diving Adventures YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSexlRqk3GnjxOMw0ZAJOqA