Jerry Seinfeld famously joked that the only goal of scuba diving is to "not die." Despite the risk, however, there are millions of devotees worldwide who believe the access this extreme sport provides ...

You’ve seen best-diving-site lists before. This one is a little different because I weighed more than just awesome diving (any of the world’s top destinations can offer that). I considered the variety ...

Looking to get up close and personal with spectacular aquatic life? These Indonesian islands offer the perfect place from which to scuba dive.

When we travel, we tend to experience the destinations we visit by land — and sometimes by air. And while there’s certainly more than plenty to see that way, there’s also an entire underwater world to ...

My obsession with the ocean started early, in the days when I was so little that my very tall father could hoist me on his shoulder and jump waves near the Santa Monica Pier. I learned to swim in the ...

Guam has been honored with the prestigious title of #1 “Best Shore Diving Destination” in the Pacific, Indian, and Mediterranean region, as announced in the annual Readers’ Choice Awards published by ...

Sharks are often misunderstood, but for divers, they’re among the most compelling creatures to encounter. These animals are ancient, finely tuned, and nothing like their Hollywood image. Around the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Judy Koutsky covers adventure, luxury and family travel. Learning to dive while on vacation has been a bucket list activity for ...

Then scuba diving would be just the antidote the world needed right now. Until it’s finally safe to get out exploring the world again, however, you can dream of where to dive beneath the surface of ...

There's a reason that Catalina Island is known as America's Amalfi Coast. Its shores are stacked with multimillion-dollar mansions frequented by celebrities, but diving enthusiasts will tell you ...

As I watch a line of crimson blood trickle down my foot, I’m feeling pretty pleased with myself. The injury – even if it is minor – secures my place alongside the other passengers of this jostling ...