Connecting from Luxembourg to Denmark just days before World Oceans Day 2024, I had the pleasure of interviewing Helene-Julie Zofia Paamand via a video call. Our paths first crossed at Boot 2024 in Düsseldorf, Germany where her passionate advocacy for ocean conservation left a lasting impression on me. Known on Instagram as the “Underwater Ambassador,”…
While snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of Moalboal, Cebu, Philippines, I had an encounter that left me both puzzled and amazed. What initially seemed like free-floating plastic soon revealed itself to be something far more extraordinary — a rare diamondback squid egg mass. At first, I thought it might be a jellyfish, but as a…
Are you ready to take action against ocean pollution with a simple ocean bag? This growing issue impacts not only marine life but also our health and future. When both the environment and our well-being are at stake, it’s essential to be proactive in our conservation efforts. In this post, I’ll show you how to…
Located in the beautiful coastal area of Dumaguete in Central Visayas, Philippines, Dive Society Dauin stands out not only for its thrilling dive adventures but also for its proactive approach to marine conservation. Located in a region known for its rich marine biodiversity, the initiative taps into the area’s natural assets. The driving force behind…
Sustainable diving, also known as “eco diving”, has quickly become more than just a trend – it’s the new gold standard for those of us who love the ocean and want to keep it thriving. Over the years, after diving in some of the world’s most beautiful reefs, I have seen the impact firsthand –…