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The Dive Compass Journal

Ocean Science, Conservation & Gear Guides for Conscious Divers

Dive Deeper

Written by Andrea Galassi, divemaster, chemical engineer, and founder of The Dive Compass — this journal covers ocean conservation science, sustainable diving practices, and honest guides to scuba swimwear that actually performs.

Every article is written from real dive experience across the Maldives, Red Sea, Indonesia and beyond

What to Wear Snorkeling - Swimsuits, Rash Guards & Sun Protection

What to Wear Snorkeling - Swimsuits, Rash Guards & Sun Protection

What to Wear Snorkeling - Swimsuits, Rash Guards & Sun Protection
Scuba Diving

What to Wear Snorkeling - Swimsuits, Rash Guards & Sun Protection

Most bikinis are made for lounging, not for currents, giant stride entries, or long days in saltwater. And when your swimwear doesn’t stay put, it can distract from what diving should feel like- ca...

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Coral Bleaching: Why Divers Should Care (And How to Help)
Responsible Tourism

Coral Bleaching: Why Divers Should Care (And How to Help)

As divers, we have a unique connection to the underwater world and a crucial role in its preservation, particularly in combating coral bleaching. In this blog post, we will explore what coral bleac...

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Rash Guard vs. Wetsuit Diving - Which You Need by Water Temp
Scuba Diving

Rash Guard vs. Wetsuit Diving - Which You Need by Water Temp

Whether you’re a new diver exploring warm tropical reefs or a seasoned pro descending into cooler depths, choosing the right divewear can make all the difference for comfort, safety, and sustainabi...

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How Wearing a UV Rash Guard Is One of the Best Ways to Protect the Ocean
Marine Conservation

How Wearing a UV Rash Guard Is One of the Best Ways to Protect the Ocean

If you’re new to diving, you’ve probably heard a lot about reef-safe sunscreen. But here’s the truth: the most ocean friendly way to protect your skin isn’t in a bottle of organic sunscreen but it ...

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Destinations & Travel

Chasing the Leopard Sharks! Julian Rocks, Byron Bay, Australia

Byron Bay is famous for its laid-back, hippie campervan lifestyle. But did you know it’s also home to one of Australia’s most incredible dive sites? At Julian Rocks, you can encounter leopard shark...

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Marine Conservation

Sustainable Diving and Tourism: 5 Tips How to Leave Only Bubbles Behind

Sustainable diving is all about minimizing your environmental impact while exploring the ocean. It’s the difference between being just a visitor and becoming a guardian of the sea, someone who le...

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Your scuba diving swimwear guides

Dive Skins for Women: What They Are and When You Actually Need One
Scuba Diving

Dive Skins for Women: What They Are and When You Actually Need One

I get cold easily so I always wear at least a 5mm wetsuit, even in the tropics, which means I have massive FOMO of other divers who are able to only wear dive skins during tropical diving. They're...

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How To Choose Dive Swimwear That Actually Fits (And Doesn’t Ruin Your Dive)
Scuba Diving

How To Choose Dive Swimwear That Actually Fits (And Doesn’t Ruin Your Dive)

Not all bikinis are created equal. A scuba bikini has a secure, stay-put construction that a regular bikini simply doesn't, the straps don't slip, the bottoms don't shift, and the whole thing sits ...

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What to Wear Under a Wetsuit Scuba Diving (Female Diver Guide)
Scuba Diving

What to Wear Under a Wetsuit Scuba Diving (Female Diver Guide)

If you’ve ever stood on a dive boat wondering what to wear under a wetsuit, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions beginner and even experienced female divers ask before a trip.

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Scuba Diving Travel Guides

Diving Dahab: A Female Diver's Guide to the Red Sea
Destinations & Travel

Diving Dahab: A Female Diver's Guide to the Red Sea

For four months in 2022 my day looked like this- two dives from nine in the morning, back on land by three or four in the afternoon, then eight hours at my laptop working full time for a US company...

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Scuba Diving Bali: A Divemaster's Honest Guide to Indonesia's Best Sites
Destinations & Travel

Scuba Diving Bali: A Divemaster's Honest Guide to Indonesia's Best Sites

If you know Bali as a yoga destination, a honeymoon spot, or an influencers paradise, the diving side of the island can feel like a well-kept secret, but it shouldn't be. You can experience four or...

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Scuba Diving the Maldives: When to Go & What to Pack
Destinations & Travel

Scuba Diving the Maldives: When to Go & What to Pack

I went to the Maldives during whale shark season & I didn't see a single whale shark. I'm telling you that up front because most Maldives diving guides read like a travel brochure, and the ocea...

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Dive Deeper

WRITTEN BY ANDREA GALASSI

Divemaster | Chemical Engineer | MSc Sustainability Science & Technology | Founder, The Dive Compass

Every article on this blog is written from real dive experience, across the Maldives, Red Sea, Indonesia, and beyond. As a chemical engineer and sustainability scientist who personally plants corals with Livingseas, I write about ocean conservation, sustainable diving, and the science behind the sea we all love. Because the more you understand it, the harder you'll fight for it.
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