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Our blogs about diving, Nusa Penida and more
Purple Dive
Feb 1, 20244 min read
The incredible sex life of mantis shrimp (and other cool stuff they do)
Mantis shrimp are, arguably, up there with cephalopods, as the coolest - and perhaps most alien - creatures on this planet.
Purple Dive
Jan 25, 20243 min read
Inspiring women divers #6 Adrienne
Adrienne Gittus, filmmaker, camerawoman, founder and CEO @Soulwater Productions After 10 years of teaching diving, Adrienne became the...
Purple Dive
Jan 18, 20245 min read
Dive Gear Shopping for Dummies: the regulator
The regulator is a big investment; probably the most expensive piece of dive equipment you will buy and certainly the most important! So it
Purple Dive
Jan 11, 20245 min read
HANDS OFF! Why we should not touch marine life
It is a natural human instinct to touch. But it's important to understand the impact our touch can have on marine life and the eco-system
Purple Dive
Jan 4, 20243 min read
PADI Master Scuba Diver vs PADI Divemaster, what's the difference?
The differences between Master Scuba Diver and Divemaster explained in details!
Purple Dive
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Inspiring Women Divers #5: Ashley Cota
Asley Cota- Dive instructor and founder of Cota Kini, a sustainable swimwear brand. I'm Ashley Cota! I've been diving for 11 years and...
Purple Dive
Dec 21, 20233 min read
Why Should We Care About Sharks? 10 fantastic facts about sharks.
We love sharks as divers! They are powerful yet serene and they play an important role in our ecosystem.
Purple Dive
Dec 14, 20232 min read
Best Gifts for the Scuba Diver in your Life
Some last minute Christmas gift ideas for scuba divers!
Purple Dive
Dec 7, 20232 min read
Nusa Penida nightlife: what to do at night in Nusa Penida?
Nusa Penida, an island off the coast of Bali, Indonesia, is known for its stunning natural beauty and pristine beaches. While it's really...
Purple Dive
Nov 30, 20233 min read
A Day in The Life...
Ever wondered what a dive instructor does on a day to day basis or what they do on a normal day? Let us tell you...
Purple Dive
Nov 23, 20232 min read
Top tips to succeed as a dive instructor
Thinking about taking your PADI IDC or maybe you just became a dive instructor and looking for your first job? Here are your tips
Purple Dive
Nov 16, 20232 min read
Inspiring women divers #4: Yvonne Press
Here is a collection of small interviews with the most inspiring women divers we know.
Purple Dive
Nov 9, 20235 min read
Drinking and Diving - Waiting for the bubbles to settle
We look at the health implications and effects that alcohol has with diving, and why its best to wait for the bubbles to settle!
Purple Dive
Nov 2, 20232 min read
Where is the best dive site in Nusa Penida?
What is the best dive site in Nusa Penida? What a tough question to answer!
Purple Dive
Oct 26, 20232 min read
Where to watch the sunset on Nusa Penida?
The best spots to watch the sunset on Nusa Penida are mostly on the Western and Southern coasts, here are our favorites
Purple Dive
Oct 19, 20232 min read
Street art and graffiti in Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida has a collection of amazing street art murals and some of graffiti art's upcoming artist hail from Indonesia.
Purple Dive
Oct 12, 20233 min read
Inspiring women divers #3: Teresa
here are a lot of amazing female divers out there and we know quite a few ourselves.
Purple Dive
Oct 5, 20233 min read
Famous fish and other marine celebrities
Some fish just swim around, some fish become celebrities, here is a quick tour of the world's most famous fish and other marine creatures
Purple Dive
Sep 28, 20232 min read
Are two days enough on Nusa Penida?
Nusa Penida island has become an unmissable stop during a Bali holiday. Here is our advice to plan your trip.
Purple Dive
Sep 21, 20232 min read
How long does it take to complete the PADI Divemaster course?
Here are a few things to consider when you are choosing the different options to do your PADI Divemaster course.
Purple Dive
Sep 14, 20232 min read
Inspiring women divers #2 : Janis
few ourselves. Here is a collection of small interviews with the most inspiring women divers we know.
Purple Dive
Sep 7, 20232 min read
Nusa Penida's best dive sites: diving Crystal Bay
Crystal Bay, located off the coast of Nusa Penida, is a diving paradise that captivates divers with its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral
Purple Dive
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Best options to dive Nusa Penida for beginners
If you are a beginner diver, you may be wondering what the best options are for scuba diving in Nusa Penida.
Purple Dive
Aug 24, 20232 min read
Best sights to visit in Nusa Penida
Check out the best sights to visit in Nusa Penida, from Kelingking Beach to Goa Giri Putri temple
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