Stories

Discover stories from above and below the ocean. Explore scuba diving adventures, updates on vital ocean conservation efforts, and firsthand experiences of exploration shared by our global Pioneers and Ambassadors.

Clearing Wrecks – My Work with the Baltic Sea Heritage Rescue Project

My name is Sabine Kerkau, and for more than eight years, I have been leading the Baltic Sea Heritage Rescue Project. Together with my team, I recover ghost nets from deep wrecks across the Baltic Sea....

By fourth element | 5 minute read

What Do I Wear for Open Water Swimming?

Open water swimming is an exhilarating way to connect with nature, enjoy the water, and challenge your body. However, choosing the right gear is vital...

By fourth element | 6 minute read

Thermoclines, Eagle Rays & Coral Anxiety

By Jade Hoksbergen & Henley Spiers Of jaw-dropping splendour, the Maldivian atolls were created as volcanoes sunk back into the ocean. The rim of...

By fourth element | 1 minute read

What Do I Pack for a Dive Holiday?

Packing for a dive holiday, especially in a new destination, can be daunting. Our comprehensive guide simplifies the process, ensuring you know exactl...

By fourth element | 5 minute read

Finding Hope

Cal Major, vet, ocean advocate and world-record stand up paddleboard adventurer, set off on her most ambitious journey yet, an 800 mile journey of dis...

By fourth element | 11 minute read

Favourites from the Archive

Changing the Gender Narrative

Love The Oceans seek out passionate individuals within local communities in Mozambique and provide them with training and resources to protect their l...

By fourth element | 4 minute read

What to wear when you’re diving – a global discussion

Choosing the right dive wear can be tricky, especially in new environments. To help, we asked five Dive Pioneers and Ambassadors for their top gear re...

By fourth element | 9 minute read

Sun, Science and Submersibles

Dave Abbott, Expedition videographer/photographer and fourth element Ambassador joins a marine science research expedition to the bottom of the ocean....

By fourth element | 8 minute read

Exploring Davíðsgjá

Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland, where rugged terrain meets crystal-clear waters, lies a dive site that seems like a slice of pa...

By fourth element | 4 minute read

Paying it forward

Jill Heinerth talks about mentorship, perseverance, and the power of community. Follow Jill and Environmental Scientist, Kayla Martin on a diving expe...

By fourth element | 3 minute read