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- Sri Lanka Throughout the years, Sri Lanka has been known by many names, but the one that perhaps describes it best is the old Persian name, Serendib, meaning ‘serendipity’. In just 2009 Sri Lanka saw the end of a brutal 26 year long civil war. The entire nation breathed a sigh of relief, and finally, this beautiful teardrop shaped island opened up to the rest of the world once again. Since then, the entire country has been in a constant state of growth. The skyline of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital city, is shooting skyward as rapid developments take root, one after another. The bustling streets of Kandy and Anuradhapura are quickly filling with tourists. But outside of the urban meccas, Sri Lanka’s tangled green jungle, rolling hills, and surf-washed shores draw a different kind of traveler. Extreme nomads with a burn for outdoor adventure have long known Sri Lanka’s real charm isn’t something you’ll find in the city. You’ll find it in the butter flat lagoons, strong wind, and barreling surf. You’ll find it in the desolate islands, the hidden waterfalls, and the mysterious mountain temples. Surrounded by hundreds of kilometers of coral reef, and inland, covered in winding rivers and…
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aerial view of guyam island off the coast of siargao island, philippines. the tiny island is a diving location, surrounded by turquoise water and coral reef.

Diving Philippines

Beginner’s Guide to Siargao Diving: Exploring the Philippines Underwater

Special thanks to Theo from Palaka Dive Centre for contributing his local knowledge and expertise for this article. Siargao Island isn’t nearly as well known for its diving as its other watersports — surfing, kitesurfing and cable wakeboarding for example. Nevertheless, there are a couple of dive schools operating on Read more…

By Grace Austin, 3 months3 months ago

Diving Sri Lanka

Kalpitiya Diving: A Guide to Diving Sri Lanka’s Largest Reef (Updated for 2019)

Find out everything you need to know about diving at Bar Reef, Kalpitiya. From the time of the Tamil Kingdom to the rip-roaring watersports events of just last summer, life in Kalpitiya has always revolved around the sea. While the town has long been known as a world-class kiteboarding destination, Read more…

By Grace Austin, 12 months7 months ago