From best overall destination to best overall diving, Indonesia took a slew of awards, but nowhere beats Raja Ampat for sheer underwater amazement.

What is it like to scuba dive with one of the largest animals on earth? Vanessa Mignon tells of her experience in Tonga with humpback whales.

Do you want to learn more about shark and manta conservation? In Lombok, Indonesia, an illegal fish market has become a battleground for shark and manta conservationists. Read what's being done to save these underwater animals.

Are you ready to be challenged as a diver? Here are 15 experiences that are guaranteed to take you to the next level. All you have to do is commit.

Judy G's macro gallery showcases little gems found in Indonesia, Fiji and other locations; plus, her tips on getting ready for close-up photography.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to dive the Great Barrier Reef? Expert photographer and diver Craig Dietrich tells us how he met Mike Ball, founder of Mike Ball Expeditions in Australia, and ended up embarking on one of the most memorable liveaboard trips he has ever been on.

Many of the world's hottest shark scuba diving spots also offer can't-miss topside thrills to keep your heart rate up between dives.

Marine Biologist and PhD student Daniel Stoupin has made an amazing time-lapse video of the Great Barrier Reef's sponges and corals under high magnification, showing a world of color and shapes that highlights the biodiversity of the largest coral reef ecosystem in the world.

At first glance, these tiny white-spotted bamboo sharks appear to be suspended in oddly-shaped balloons! These shark pups make for a great photo opportunity. Find out the best way to capture them here!