Dive Happy: The Best Places To Go Scuba Diving In Asia
Chris MitchellFor the world's best scuba diving you need to go to Asia - and there's so many amazing places to dive, it can be hard to know where to start. Each episode of Dive Happy helps you get acquainted with a particular dive hot spot, explaining what makes it so special, what you can hope to see and some practical notes on how to get there and what to think about when planning a trip. divehappy.substack.c... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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The remote kingdom of Tonga in Polynesia is home to humpback whales for a few months each year. Tim Rock explains what it's like to be in the water with these amazing mammals.
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Widely regarded as the best dive location in the Philippines, the remote, UNESCO Heritage listed Tubbataha Reef is worth the effort the visit. Tony Exall explains why.
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The Diver Who Fell From The Sky is Simon Pridmore's fascinating biography of Francis Toribiong, the man who put Palau diving on the map. Tim Rock discusses his contributions to Simon's book and his enduring friendship with Francis.
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Diving in the Philippines' Sogod Bay is so good we're returning to Southern Leyte's best-kept secret, this time with underwater videographer Tony Exall
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LAMAVE (Large Marine Vertebrates Research Institute) has pioneered whale shark research in the Philippines through the collective efforts of volunteer helpers. Jessica Labaja explains LAMAVE’s ongoing research and education mission.
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Being a marine biologist sounds like a dream job for divers, but what's the day-to-day reality? Dr Simon Pierce describes what it's really like as a full-time occupation.
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Near to the Philippines’ Dumaguete City are not one but two outstanding dive areas - the famous Apo Island, and the macro heaven of Dauin’s coastline. Tony Exall outlines the merits of each.
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Indonesia’s Komodo National Park is infamous for its strong currents underwater. Emma Tolmie explains how learning to ride the lightning can lead to the best dives.
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- Like hanging out with your best new diving friends!
Obviously, we would all like to forget a lot of what happened in 2020, but I’m sure all of us can find a few good memories from this infamous year. One of my best 2020 memories was the moment I noticed that the Dive. Happy podcast had returned!
I live here in landlocked Washington DC, but a part of me is always trying to get back to the coral triangle as soon as possible. And on these winter days when we can’t leave work or leave the country, the next best thing is to put on this podcast.
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Apple Podcasts5Mangosteen5
United States5 years ago - Fun, funny, interesting, wow!
Love this podcast, I feel like I’m with good friends chit-chatting about diving! It inspires me to get to world-class dive sites! And, it’s my guilty pleasure while I pull weeds in the garden or while doing mundane tasks around the house!!! Love it!
Apple Podcasts5Moom99901United States5 years ago - Decent information on potential dive sites
Particularly found it useful to orient myself around locations e.g. Banda and where to go to see what. Good content. Audio quality and production could be taken up a few notches.
Apple Podcasts4DiverDanDown
Norway5 years ago - Interesting dive pod!
Incredible podcast for all divers! It is interesting and it surely tickles the dive-travel-nerv and you just want to jump on the next plane to Asia! :)
Apple Podcasts5Fredschi_
Sweden5 years ago - Great to See Dive Happy Back in Action
Chris Mitchell of Dive Happy is one of the mosy knowledgeable and entertaining exoerts on Indo-Pacific diving. The recents podcasts on Taiwan and Japan have opened doors for me. Thanks for all the great info and fun.
Apple Podcasts5LL BabyUnited States5 years ago - Excellent podcasts
Really enjoy listening to the dive happy podcasts, they are packed full of interesting information, excellent guests. Chris is an excellent speaker and has inspired me to broaden my diving experiences. Can’t say enough good things about these podcasts, if you love your diving you must subscribe
Apple Podcasts51tiffyg
United Kingdom6 years ago - So happy this podcast is back
Thanks for bringing this podcast back! It’s without a doubt the best dive podcast and great for getting inspired on where to go when we can get back to traveling.
Apple Podcasts5Retto22United States6 years ago - Entertaining and informative
Love the pod. Look forward to each new one.
Best wishes!
Apple Podcasts4Immatha
Germany6 years ago - Great podcast for divers
Thank you for a great podcast for divers, for tons of very interesting and useful information. This podcast is like an honest guide for best places to dive. I’ve been following this podcast for over three years and made already five dive trips following its recommendations. All of them were great!
Apple Podcasts5Laval32
Canada6 years ago - Superb
Excellent podcasts. As a diver i can go along with chris. Honest and informative. 🥟 respect
Apple Podcasts5platypusthatflies
Australia6 years ago - Awesome Podcast
Great podcast if you're interested in learning about some of the more interesting and exciting places to dive in Asia. Interesting interviews and great discussions.
Apple Podcasts5TofiseanCanada9 years ago - 5 stars
Chris is one of the most experienced scuba journalists out there. Podcast is entertaining and has lots of great info.
Apple Podcasts5David at Fatcat Apps
Hong Kong10 years ago - Great dive info
Awesome to hear this, loads of useful info, nice to transform the morning commute into plans to go diving here!
Apple Podcasts5Bobstar76544United Kingdom10 years ago
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