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On the western coast of Scotland is the Firth of Lorne. Lorne is a now-defunct region of Scotland that a firth is a Scottish term for a long estuary or fjord. This watery area became a Special Area of Conservation in 2005 and has become a great place for diving in western Scotland. On the North Sea and just over the border from Scotland’s neighbor to the south, England, sits the county of Berwickshire. This is a place that is home to approximately 115,000 people and covers an area of 1,184 square kilometers (457 square miles). There are many coastal towns where diving is done throughout the east coast of Scotland but as the water gets colder further north, these spots are fewer and further between. These locations are as far north as Dundee and extend down to Berwickshire with spots in Edinburgh, Falkirk, Burntisland, and North Berwick among a few others. As for the diving, you can expect to explore reefs and dramatic walls, kelp forests where crab, lobster and tinny critters hide out. Then there are the larger animals, from mink whales to basking sharks and hundreds of species of fish, starfish and sun stars. The best spot to dive here is a small fishing village called St Abbs, with its fantastic shore diving opportunities. The east coast in general is dotted with gullies and archways, spectacular marine life and colorful anemones. There is plenty of soft coral to spot as well, not to mention rushing tides and sheer cliffs, then there are the wrecks, the time capsules waiting to be explored on the seabed. The dive season runs from April to October and although you can

Mexico, a country with breathtaking landscapes, is surrounded by the world’s two largest oceans, the Pacific and the Atlantic, which makes it a perfect country for diving. Mexico is also known for its rich culture and some of the world’s most delicious food. You will also find beautiful beaches, friendly people, tequila, mariachi bands and a lot of celebrations such as “Día de Muertos”. The Mayan and Aztec ruins are some of the places that you must explore during your visit to Mexico, along with amazing diving spots.

When you think of diving in Florida, also known as “The Sunshine State,” the tropical Florida Keys are probably what comes to your mind. However, there are many great and diverse dive sites in this state. Dive among colorful coral reefs abundant with diverse marine species, discover artificial and real deep shipwrecks and swim in crystal clear freshwater springs and intricate cave systems. Marine life in Florida is widely varied. You can expect to see coral reefs abundant with colorful fish, sharks, rays, turtles, manatees, dolphins, and even the occasional whale shark. Be prepared to dive in one of the world’s largest coral reefs in the world, The Great Florida Reef, which is said to be around 7,000 years old. During winter head to the Crystal River Springs, an area well-known for its abundance of manatees. Diving in Florida, you will also be able to explore ancient cave structures rarely seen by men. Some of the most important cave diving spots in “The Sunshine State” include Ginnie Springs, Peacock Springs State Park, Devil’s Den, Manatee Springs State Park, Blue Grotto, and Morrison Springs County Park. Another must-visit place is John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, a beautiful undersea park with great biodiversity. Florida is the perfect destination for all kinds of diverse as it offers many different types of adventures.

Italy is the 4th most populated member of the European Union with over 60 million people. It had the eighth largest economy in the world today and ranks as the 6th richest nation in the world. Italy consists of 20 separate regions, five of which have certain levels of autonomous governing authority. It is also known for its beautiful, temperate Mediterranean climate.

Only a small portion of the more than 7,000 islands that compose the Philippines are inhabited. This is a unique country, multiculturally diverse and with an extraordinary cuisine. Tagalog is the official language of The Philippines; however, the majority of the inhabitants also speak English. This region has the best diving conditions from July to March. From shipwrecks and impressive marine life to idyllic beaches, this country offers incredible adventures for everyone.

Sri Lanka has a modern history that goes back 3,000 years and scientists have found evidence that prehistoric people have inhabited the island for 125,000 years or more. Sri Lanka was colonized by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British over the years and gained independence in 1948. The island has a warm and tropical climate and is home to an amazing range of land animals and marine life.