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Travis Marshall

Travis Marshall is an Asheville, North Carolina-based writer and diver covering scuba diving training and travel.

What is a PADI Enriched Air Diver Specialty?

Extend your bottom time by learning how to use enriched air, also known as nitrox.

Six Health and Safety Questions to Ask When Choosing a Liveaboard

Maintaining distance (when you can), picking nearby destinations, and staying home if you have any symptoms of illness are among the steps you can take to increase everyone's safety while traveling.

What is a PADI Divemaster Certification?

The PADI Divemaster course is a starting point for many scuba diving jobs. It covers the physics and physiology of diving to in-water safety, diver supervision and the business of diving.

What is a PADI Dive Against Debris Speciality?

Learn about the damage of marine debris, how divers can be part of the solution and tips for establishing and conducting a Dive Against Debris survey with this PADI speciality.

What is a PADI Emergency First Response Course?

Learn the foundations for CPR and first aid so you can help injured divers until emergency services arrive on the scene.

What is a PADI ReActivate course?

PADI ReActivate course covers the scuba diving basics for certified divers that want a refresher.

What Technical Diving is and How to Know if it's For You

Give deeper exploration and longer bottom times a shot with a Discover Technical Diving course.

The Magical World of Blackwater Scuba Diving

Blackwater scuba diving is a unique experience that allows divers to view ocean creatures rising from the deep at night. Here are the best places for blackwater diving around the world.

Scuba Diving Tips: Getting Your Dive Weight In Check

Weight got you down? Wearing the proper weight affects virtually every aspect of your bottom time. Here are five tips to help you get it right.