SEVENSEAS Travel Magazine – October 2019 – Issue 53

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SEVENSEAS Media Editor Giacomo Abrusci

A special issue in partnership with The Reef-World Foundation

FEATURE: Who is The Reef-World Foundation?

The Reef-World Foundation is a UK-registered charity which operates internationally to inspire, empower and support governments, businesses, communities and individuals to protect the marine environment; in particular, coral reefs and related ecosystems. Read more…

FEATURE: What are coral reefs and why are they so important?

If you’re an avid SEVENSEAS reader, you’ve probably dived or snorkelled beautiful coral reefs around the world; admiring their stunning colours and abundance of marine life. But how much do you actually know about coral reefs? What are they and why are they so important? Read more…

FEATURE: Best Practices for Divers & Snorkelers

As divers and snorkelers, we’ve seen, first-hand, the beauty of the ocean. Sadly, most of us have also seen the sad consequences of human damage to the underwater world too. When you’re in the ocean, remember you can make choices to better protect coral reefs and related ecosystems. Read more…

The 4 Truths of PLA Straws

Plastic pollution is one of the biggest environmental challenges of our time, with statistics showing there will be more plastic in the ocean than there are fish, by volume, by 2050. Restaurants, venues and establishments worldwide are working to combat plastic pollution by eliminating plastic straws. Read more…

SEVENSEAS Media Executive Director, Giacomo Abrusci, honored as finalist in the 11th Annual Go Blue Awards

Giacomo Abrusci, Blue Ambassador Award Finalist

The Blue Ambassador of the Year Award recognizes a person who has made significant contributions in marine conservation through volunteer related activities. One finalist is Giacomo Abrusci – Founder of SEVENSEAS Media… Read more…

The Critical Role of Whistleblowers in Enforcing Wildlife Protection Laws

The National Whistleblower Center (NWC) released a special report on the role of whistleblowers in combatting wildlife crime this Saturday, September 14th, as part of a presentation by NWC founder and board chairman Stephen Kohn at the Thinking Animals United’s 2019 Rethinking Animals Summit in New York City. Read more…

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FEATURE:  The Plastic Problem

We all know plastics are bad news for the ocean. But what does plastic actually do to coral reefs and the ocean and what can we do about it? Here, the team at The Reef-World Foundation sheds some light on the issue. Read more…

The World According to Pteropod 

By Liz Cunningham. Imagine you live hundreds of meters deep in the sea to hide from predators. But every night you swim upward to find food in nutrient-rich surface waters and descend again before dawn. And to do it, you swim the equivalent of eighty miles in the course of a night. Read more…

FEATURE: Green Fins for Antigua and Barbuda

Earlier this year, SEVENSEAS reported on Antigua and Barbuda’s adoption of the Reef-World Foundaiton’s Green Fins initiative; a programme run in partnership with the UN Environment to help dive and snorkel operators improve their environmental processes and reduce their negative impact on coral reefs. The country was the 10th government worldwide to officially adopt Green Fins and the second in the Caribbean. Read more…

Under the Waves with Karim Iliya, October 2019

A playful baby humpback whale passes by, rolling onto its back, belly up towards the light while its mother rests below. Read more…

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Every donation removes 5 pounds of ocean plastic

Giacomo Abrusci on a beach cleanup

NEW Surat Thani beach cleanup the week of October 21. Make a donation as a holiday gift!  Read more… 

FEATURE: What is Green Fins?

Green Fins is an initiative which aims to protect and conserve coral reefs by driving environmentally friendly scuba diving and snorkelling practices across the industry globally. Based on a 15-point Code of Conduct, which provides the only internationally recognised environmental standards for diving and snorkelling, read more…

FEATURE: 5 Things you might not know about fish feeding

One of the amazing things about snorkelling is being surrounded by so many beautiful, brightly coloured tropical fish. To encourage the fish to come a little closer, some people might throw bread or food scraps into the water. But did you know feeding the fish is actually harmful to them and their environment? Read more…

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Nudibranchs in Indonesia! Jack’s October Underwater Photography Feature

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Only scuba divers could rate great slug spotting opportunities as an essential ingredient to their vacation. Essentially just an underwater slug, the nudibranch is a scuba diving enigma… Read more…

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Anatomy of a Submarine Network: The Workhorse of the Internet

From streaming videos for entertainment or educational purposes, to business, to long-distance communication with distant friends and family members, the internet has changed how the world stays connected. Read more…

The FREE Weekly Conservation Post and Jobs List

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SEVENSEAS FEATURED TRAVEL

Below are a few of our favorite tour centers and operators. Be sure to mention SEVENSEAS Media for special rates and discounts when making your inquiry.

Susan Bruce Travel

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We’ve been traveling, advising clients, and planning trips across the globe for over 30 years. We help you explore amazing places and people — from mountain sanctuaries in Bhutan to the jungles of Peru. Learn more…

Oceanic Society Expeditions. 

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A selection of expeditions and volunteer vacations for our travellers that will further the mission to conserve marine wildlife and habitats. More info.

Alelí Tours Puerto Rico people snorkelling in Puerto Rico

Alelí Tours is a small-scale ecotourism business located in La Parguera, southwest Puerto Rico. More info.

Isla Mar Research Expeditions – Field Courses in Puerto Rico 

A field course coordination company in Puerto Rico that specializes in organizing and hosting island ecology (marine/terrestrial) themed courses. More info.

 

 

Marine Megafauna Foundation

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Our mission is to save threatened marine life using pioneering research, education, and sustainable conservation solutions, working towards a world where marine life and humans thrive together. Read more… More info.

Bangkok Photo Tours. 

We visit traditional sights but focus on markets, street art, and local food. All camera forward and environmentally sensitive. More info.

Pangaea Ocean Sailing Expedition 

Panex is opening up sailing expeditions for guest crew. This is an unique opportunity to go sailing, cross an ocean, and be a part of something bigger. More info.

SEE Turtles

…protect endangered turtles throughout Latin America and the world by supporting community-based conservation efforts through ecotourism, education, and Billion Baby Turtles. More info.

Scuba Junkie Dive Centers
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A personal favorite from SEVENSEAS Media. Go to Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai, Sibuan, Mantabuan, Mataking, and more. More info.

Ever dream of swimming with humpback whales? Now you can

If you are interested in swimming with or photographing humpback whales Karim guides… More info.

Loggerhead Marinelife Center. 

Imagine roaming some of the world’s most beautiful ecosystems. Gorgeous vistas, affordable travel and amazing memories; immersing yourself in the sounds of nature. More info.

Pete Oxford Expeditions. 

pete oxford, vacation, tours, ecotourism, sustainable travel, lion travel africaWe offer unique, small group expeditions for travelers and photographers to remote and pristine destinations and cultures around the world. More info.

Alnitak Conservation in Action on Volunteer Expeditions

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Alnitak is a grassroots marine science organization dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity in our oceans. From May through to October, we run expeditions to survey the rich waters in the Balearic Sea, inviting any ocean enthusiasts to join us on board. Our expeditions take place in the stunning Cabrera National Park and the Menorca Biosphere Reserve. Read more…