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Malaysia, Truly Asia

Truly a Land - Beyond Expectations
A truly fascinating & diverse blend of cultures and ecosystems unlike anywhere else in the world. Malaysia's tropical forests and seas
are the ancient homes to a staggering diversity of animal and plant life. Where you will also meet some of the friendliest, warmest
people in the world

Truly Spectacular - World Class Diving
Malaysia is situated at the heart of the worlds richest marine habitat, where scientists believe the marine creatures of the Pacific
Ocean evolved. The coral reefs of Malaysia may surpass all other eco systems in the marine world in beauty and the enormity of life.
The incredible bio-diversity of marine life coupled with the beautiful islands with white sandy beaches and clear warm waters keep
the divers coming back for more. >From schooling hammerheads, huge schools of barracudas and various turtles to the bizarre
frogfish or ghost pipefish, there is always something of fascination for all divers.

Truly Awesome -  Eco Treasures
Malaysia's rain forests are part of the second largest region of rain forests in the world. The opportunities for adventure are as
numerous as they are diverse, jungle treks, mountain climbing, cave exploring, river safaris. You can climb to an awesome peak of
the highest mountain in the region. Play with the orangutan, the "wild man of the forest". and admire the rafflesia, the largest flower in
the world.

Truly Diverse - The Carefree People
Your taste for exotic culture will be more than sated by the numerous ethnic customs and cultures that will take you back centuries.
The beautiful thing is all these diverse ethnic groups live together harmoniously while at the same time preserving their own culture,
traditions, festivals and customs, to make Malaysia an exotic experience unlike any other.

Complete Dive Packages Including air from LAX starting at $2295
*all transfers, meals, 6nts dbl ocp, 3 boat dives per day, unlimited shore diving, hotel tax.

Based on dbl ocp, Rates will depend on season and availability

On 14 Sept., 07 Scuba Travel Ventures was presented a "Award of Appreciation"  f rom the  Minister of Malaysia Tourism for our
contributions & promotional efforts"

For more information and reservations please contact us at:
http://www.diveguide.com/stv

Discovery Diving® Company
Your World Class Warm Water Wreck Diving Headquarters

North Carolina once again ranked #1 in North America for Top Dive Destination, Top Marine Life, Top Big Animal
Encounters and Top Wreck Diving, North Carolina diving also ranked 3rd in North America for Top Value and Top Advanced
Diving as reported in the 2007 Readers Choice Surveys conducted and published by SCUBA Diving Magazine,

As one of the largest dive centers on the eastern seaboard and located on the waters of Historic Beaufort, North Carolina, we invite
you to experience the mystery and beauty of the many sunken vessels located off of our coast.

Known as the Graveyard of the Atlantic, there are numerous W.W.II ships that fell victim to enemy vessels as well as a German
Sub (The U-352), which was sunk by U.S. Forces.  We have over 28 wrecks, you can dive a W.W.I cruiser, ocean liners, fish
trawlers and many more, all there for you to rediscover.  We also have several artificial reefs, to include large ships and aircraft
creating new fish habitats and fresh diving experiences.

During the Summer due to the proximity of the Gulf stream we have WARM CLEAR waters with temperatures in the low 80’s and
visibility often over 100 feet.  We have large schools of pelagic fish, tropical fish, corals and a wreck (The Papoose) that is one of
the premier shark dives in North America!

We’re a full service dive shop offering sales, instruction, rental, repairs and wonderful days on the water with our 3 exclusive charter
boats and their competent and caring crews.  We are within walking distance of restaurants, quaint shops and the N.C. Maritime
Museum in the Historical District of Beaufort.  We are also within paddling distance of the Rachel Carson Estuaries Sanctuary and
the most southern outer bank of the Cape Lookout National Seashore, great for after dive outings.

We have a weekday special available for groups of six or more for only $455.00 (Plus Tax) per diver.  The cost includes 4 days of
diving and 5 nights of lodging in one of our Divers Lodges.

For more information and reservations please contact us at:
http://www.diveguide.com/p2427.htm

GRAND CAYMAN - CAYMAN ISLANDS
VALUE DEAL! ALL THE SHORE DIVING YOU CAN DIVE!

If you’re looking for just a little off the beaten path with unlimited diving freedom, the pristine
NW tip of Grand Cayman holds a hidden treasure. Divetech & Cobalt Coast have teamed up to
offer an exceptional value package from now through June 30, 2009. Unlimited shore diving at
Cobalt Coast plus experience Cayman’s newest shore diving shop at Lighthouse Point.

The package includes 7-nights ocean room accommodation (double occupancy), tax & service
charge, airport transfers, welcome cocktail, free wi-fi, daily hot breakfast and 6 days of unlimited
shore diving including tanks & weights.

Boat diving add on available also.

Unlimited Air tank deal: $1080.
Nitrox deal: +$50.

The 18-suite Great West Indian style resort and dive operator Divetech offer comfort and service
with an on-site owner-operator flair. Amenities include a 2-room suite, a/c, fans, wi-fi, large outdoor
pool & deck for casual dining, full bar and restaurant, in room safes/coffee maker/mini fridge, pool
towels, daily maid service, secluded beach combing, hot tub and more. The private 130 foot dock
gives you access to some of Cayman’s best shore diving and snorkeling on the North wall.

For more information and reservations please contact us at:
http://www.diveguide.com/p4089.htm

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FREE NIGHT & FREE DAY DIVING GREEN SEASON EXCLUSIVE SAVE $250. PER DIVER EXCLUSIVE
Special Ocotal May 1 to Dec 14 $795 Per person DBL Occy
Stay 5 nights pay 4 / Dive 3 days pay 2 with Liberia airport transfer and 16.4% tax.
One day free diving. Includes 16.4% ICT tax and full buffet breakfast daily.
With transfers from Liberia starting at $795 per person, nondiver $595 per person sharing room with diver.

Clients Favorite Pkg. 8 nights Do it all Adventure Dive Arenal SAVE$365 PER PERSON
OCOTAL 6 nights, 3 days 2 tank Dive, canopy tour, mud bath, horse back ride, Arenal Volcano 2 NT, lodging Hanging Bridges
& NEW The Hot Springs tour, breakfast daily, 16.4% ICT tax, transfers, Catalina upgrade dive, 6 NIGHTS OCOTAL $1,595 Per Person.
2 NT Arenal. Plus Int'l air. Upgrade to stay at The Springs and get 2 free massages, value $240.

Aguila De Osa Deluxe Marine Rainforest Inn $1295 per person
"The Osa & Drake Bay is the Best of Costa Rica Above and below the waters surface"!
DIVE 3 DAY TWO TANK BOAT DIVE AT CANO ISLAND
May 1 to Dec 14, 2009: Save $250 per person *$1295 per person* Non divers get two tours, all meals.

"An Indiana Jones Adventure" 5 nts & 3 days dive Cano Island
You will never forget this adventure to paradise, includes all transfers by air, car and boat.
All inclusive, all dive equipment, all meals and wine with dinner, kayaking, ocean view rooms. Beverages not included.
Non-divers will have a choice of doing land tours instead of diving. Choose three from following; Canopy tour, horseback riding,
Corcovado Rainforest Reserve Tour, Kayaking, Mt. Biking, Snorkel & Hike on Cano Island massage or night tour, min. of two to go on night tour.

Flamingo Marina Resort & Dive Catalina Islands Save $175 per person
Exclusive Special - Free Night Hotel & Free Day Dive
Starting at $595. Per Pers stand. room 5 night 4 day dive w/brkst Flamingo Beach has a PADI Dive Center and operates right on the beach of this large,
beautiful, pink sand beach. Dive shop offers introduction course for non divers, Dive guides wash and stow your gear. Rental gear available. Daily local dives
that are to the famous Catalina Islands. Comfortable boats with cover for those needing to stay out of the sun, easy on-off access, and bathrooms.
Transfers from Liberia airport.

Packages start at $595 -Flamingo Marina
5 nights standard room and 3 days diving with breakfast and 16.4% tax
One night free when 4 paid, get 5 nights with 3 days dive, breakfast & 16.4% tax

* Standard Room-Special rates must be applied for Capts. Room
* Pay 4 dives get 5 days dive May to June 15 - $75. Per Diver
* Pay 3 dives get 4 days Aug to Sept 15 - $75. Per Diver

Plus one of the dive days get FREE 1 tank afternoon dive

SPECIAL AGGRESSOR LIVE ABOARD TO BELIZE
BELIZE Aggressor Our Live Aboard trip in 2010
June 12 to June 19, 2010 Per Person is $2,695 for 7 nights plus air

ALL Rates are per person. DBL or quad. All prices quoted in USD.
Rates are subject to change without notice.
Prices subject to change by suppliers at any time

For more information and reservations please contact us at:
http://www.diveguide.com/p1731.htm

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Dustin Cranor fills position at Oceana. Dustin Cranor, Campaign Communications & Media Relations Manager at Oceana has been named Dive Industry Association contact person at Oceana following Suzanne Garrett's departure from the organization. Dustin has been with Oceana now for two years.
His direct phone line is 202-467-1917. email: dcranor@oceana.org Let's all welcome Dustin to our Network.

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Deadline for Underwater Images Photo/Video competition. April 1, 2009 is the deadline for entries in the 12th annual Underwater Images Photo/Video competition. Underwater Images is a non-profit corporation registered in the State of Ohio with all proceeds from this competition going to marine conservation, educational, and scholarship purposes.
For complete details on eligibility, rules and entry forms visit the official competition website at http://www.UWIMAGES.org

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Dive Industry Foundation makes donation to Diveheart Foundation. Gene Muchanski, Executive Director of Dive Industry Foundation presented a check to Jim Elliott, President of Diveheart Foundation at the Our World-Underwater Show, in Chicago, IL.
For more information, contact Jim Elliott at http://www.diveheart.org Dive Industry Foundation supports five non-profit organizations in the diving community. Their web site is http://www.diveindustry.org

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Dive Industry Association is looking for Volunteers for Board of Advisors. To properly serve our membership, DIA is looking for volunteers to serve on its newly formed Board of Advisors. We are looking for one person per industry to consult and advise the Association on matters pertaining to Manufacturing, Distributing, Retailing, Dive Boats, Dive Clubs, Service Companies, Media, Trade Associations, Training Agencies, Non-profit organizations, Trade Show and Event Organizers, Training Facilities, Travel Companies, Sales Representatives, Professional Instructors and Industry Professionals. We are also looking to fill spots in business disciplines such as Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Law, Finance, Graphics, and Web Site Development.
Interested Members may contact Gene Muchanski at gene@diveindustry.net

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Underwater Images participates in the Ford Seahorses' Great Lakes Shipwreck Festival in February 2009. Director Roger Roth made a presentation of winners and entries from the 2008 competition and invited underwater photographers and videographers to enter the 2009 Contest. A booth displaying promotional material from sponsors of Underwater Images and copies of winning photos was a big hit.
For details about the Underwater Images Photo Competition 2009 go to http://www.UWimages.org

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SAN LEANDRO and TUSTIN, CA, March 24, 2009 - Oceanic Worldwide and DiveNav, Inc. announce the upcoming launch of the eDiving® scuba diving simulator for the Oceanic Datamask. The popular Oceanic Datamask is easily one of the most progressive advances in diving technology and this simulator helps show how simple the product is to use.

The latest release of eDiving is scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2009 at 5:00 PM Pacific and will also include an interactive virtual dive site designed to teach divers how to program and use the DataMask in various scenarios. A video demo may be seen now at www.OceanicWorldwide.com.

"The Datamask is clearly a revolutionary product", said Alberto Mantovani, President and CEO of DiveNav, "and we are honored to have collaborated with Oceanic, one of the most innovative companies in the scuba industry, to add the Datamask to our eDiving® scuba diving simulator", he added, "and we are looking forward to future collaborations on new exciting projects", he concluded.

The DATAMASK is a scuba diving mask which allows Hands Free Diving by integrating a fully featured advanced dive computer, a miniature liquid crystal display (LCD) and the Digital Optic System (DOS). The LCD panel allows divers to keep their eyes focused on the dive while presenting critical dive data including: current depth, elapsed dive time, cylinder pressure, and dive time remaining. The DOS provides a clear, highly magnified image of the LCD, which is viewable regardless of environmental conditions and may be seen clearly by the vast majority of people, regardless of vision.

"We were quite impressed by the capabilities and the realism of the eDiving® scuba diving simulator", said Doug Krause of Oceanic Worldwide. "The new features added in this latest version, makes eDiving and extremely valuable training aid", he concluded.

eDiving® , developed by DiveNav, is a scuba diving simulator that allows scuba divers, snorkelers and marine enthusiasts to virtually explore real underwater locations. DiveNav is releasing on Friday, March 27, 2009 a new version of eDiving that includes features such as multiplayer, Nitrox, dive planning, several types of gear, support for advanced dive computers and simulation of human body core temperature.

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