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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

Eight Dives You Can Do to Heal Coral Reefs

Power coral recovery when you dive with any of these reef restoration initiatives.

Meet the Marine Biologist Making Urban Oceans a Climate Asset

Dr. Ayana Johnson is on an ever-evolving mission to use the oceans to improve society and heal our climate. Her next challenge: using urban coastlines to slow climate change.

Inside The Nature Conservancy’s Effort to Create Marine Protected Areas Around the World

Based on a successful project in the Seychelles, the Nature Conservancy aims to use debt-for-nature swaps to increase the amount of ocean protected by 15 percent, helping 20 countries establish marine protected areas.

20 Ways to Make Your Dive Trip More Eco-Friendly

Here are ways you can travel that don't hurt—and can even help!—the planet.

Petition Seeks to Ban Shark Fin Imports in the United Kingdom

Shark Guardian is promoting a new petition to curb fin trading. Activists say Brexit makes the change possible, but World Trade Organization obligations present hurdles.

First PADI Dive Shop in Wuhan Reopens After COVID-19 Shutdown

Wuhan Diving, a PADI dive store in the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, resumed operations earlier this month.

Coral Restoration Can Aid Reef Resilience According to New Study

Coral restoration programs around the world improved coral complexity and hard coral cover, a step toward improving reef resiliency.

Four Extraordinary Dive Resorts to Blow Your Next Trip Out of the Water

Check out some of the most incredible dive resorts in the world—think hanging out on a decommissioned oil rig, or a “liveaboard rock” with its own helipad!

Where (and When) to Dive with Blacktip Reef Sharks

Diving with blacktip reef sharks takes place all oer