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Becca Hurley

A certified diver since 2005 and former editor at Scuba Diving magazine, Hurley transitioned to contributing writer and Sea Heroes program manager in 2022. She's been diving all around the world and particularly loves the Asia-Pacific regions but as a Native Floridian The Florida Keys will always hold a special place in her heart. Besides scuba diving and reporting on marine conservation heroes, she enjoys traveling, volunteering and most of all, spending time raising her daughter and future dive buddy.

Australian Teen Shalise Leesfield Named Sea Hero for Tackling Marine Pollution

The 15-year old has already secured a grant from her town to address ocean litter, championed a Hope Spot, and written a book.

Every Diver Can Become an Underwater Magician with this New PADI Distinctive Specialty

The Scuba Magician PADI Distinctive Specialty aims to keep students engaged and entertained while offering instructors a new way to teach diving.

How Getting Certified in Hawaii Changed this Diver’s Life

This diver faced her fears in the warm waters of Oahu to become a certified open water diver.

Retired U.S. Air Force Vessel Big Dawg Deployed as Artificial Reef in Florida Panhandle

Okaloosa County sinks 93-foot Big Dawg, a retired U.S. Air Force vessel in the Gulf of Mexico.

Garmin Introduces its Smallest Watch-Style Dive Computer, the Descent Mk2S

The all-new, Descent Mk2S dive computer is Garmin's smallest watch-style computer and designed for all-day wear.

The Best Places to Dive and Dine on Oahu

If you're a scuba diver who loves great dives and good eats, then Oahu, Hawaii is the perfect dive destination for you.

Florida Keys Scuba Road Trip: Islamorada

Bright coastal art galleries, funky-colored breweries and excellent dives can be found in Islamorada.

Florida Keys Scuba Road Trip: Key Largo

Considered the gateway to the Florida Keys, Key Largo is both the longest key—33 miles—and our first stop on our scuba road trip through the Florida Keys.

The Ultimate Scuba Road Trip through The Florida Keys

*Scuba Diving* staffers set out on a trip through America's Dive Capital, The Florida Keys, 100 miles of blue-water adventure from Key Largo to Key West.