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Alexandra Gillespie

Alexandra Gillespie is a freelance writer that specializes in water and travel. Previously a digital editor of Scuba Diving magazine, her writing has appeared in Outside, NPR, National Geographic, and other national outlets.

Alexandra Gillespie Articles

FIRST LOOK: Underwater Museum Opens in Cyprus

The Museum of Underwater Sculpture Ayia Napa, an underwater forest sculpted by Jason deCaires Taylor, opens today in Cyprus.

Scuba Diving Artist Jason deCaires Taylor is Transforming Coral Reefs Around the World

From Australia's Coral Greenhouse to the Cozumel Underwater Museum, his sculptures are transforming coral reefs and ocean conservation policy.

Oceanographic Magazine Launches Award for Women in Underwater Photography

The new award aims to spotlight women in dive photography in an effort to encourage gender equity in the industry.

Summer Reads for Scuba Divers

Great books to read this summer, from armchair adventures to dive field guides.

How to Nominate a Hope Spot

Syliva Earle's nonprofit Mission Blue is always looking to help locals defend their waters.

Artists Sail the Open Ocean to Reimagine Marine Science

The Artist-in-Residence program aboard the R/V *Falkor* gives scientists and artists the opportunity to work side by side with cutting-edge data.

Here's What Happens to an Island When Tourists Disappear

Travel contractions in Cozumel, Boracay, and Sipadan offer a rare glimpse into its impact on small islands. Is Cuba's tight control of Gardens of the Queen a better model?

Meet the Company Creating Sushi that Heals the Ocean

Urchinomics aims to ranch urchins for uni, a luxury sushi ingredient, in a way that restores kelp forests, fish populations and carbon sequestration.

How Liveaboards Can Further Ocean Sustainability

From micro-grants to help with acute reef damage to internship programs, Aggressor's CEO Wayne Brown sees daily opportunities to support ocean conservation.