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What Happens When You Vape and Dive

People have been using tobacco for millennia, but vapes are still relatively new to the market. How does this alternative cigarette affect your body—and what does it do to your ability to dive?

Tidal Single Lens Mask: ScubaLab Testers Choice

Scubalab tested six new single-lens masks in a head-to-head evaluation. Find out why the Tidal Mask is our Testers Choice for 2025.

Divevolk SeaTouch: ScubaLab Best Buy

ScubaLab tested six new underwater phone housings in a head-to-head evaluation. The Divevolk SeaTouch 4 Max won Best Buy for 2024.

Dream Duo: Diving in Maldives and Topside in Sri Lanka

From vibrantly colored reefs in the Maldives to centuries-old temples in Sri Lanka (and so much more), here's why a land-and-sea combo could be one of the dreamiest vacations you've taken.

How to Avoid and Treat Sea Urchin Spine Injuries

Sea urchins pose a hazards to unwary divers. Understanding how to avoid, identify and treat these injuries is crucial for a safe and enjoyable diving experience.

3 Mindful Techniques to Improve Your Diving

Ask a group of divers to share the most important piece of equipment they dive with, and you're likely to get as many answers as you have divers. Here, we make the case that it's actually the one thing you can't purchase at a dive shop: your mental well-being.

What It’s Like to Swim With Humpback Whales

Swim with massive humpback whales in the Dominican Republic! A breathtaking, up-close encounter with an energetic calf puts on an adorable show.

9 Reasons to Book a Liveaboard

Booking a trip on a liveaboard is a surefire way to ensure a dive-forward vacation. But there's so much more to experience on one of these trips than just diving—here's what to expect.