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Women Who Make Waves: Issy Von Zastrow From Kiteboarding to Watercolor - Salinity Swimwear

Women Who Make Waves: Issy Von Zastrow From Kit...

A former world-class kiteboarder and now a full-time watercolor artist, Issy has spent most of her life connected to the ocean. Whether she’s out surfing her local break or painting...

Women Who Make Waves: Issy Von Zastrow From Kit...

A former world-class kiteboarder and now a full-time watercolor artist, Issy has spent most of her life connected to the ocean. Whether she’s out surfing her local break or painting...

The Mobula Ray Migration in La Ventana: Everything You Need to Know - Salinity Swimwear

The Mobula Ray Migration in La Ventana: Everyth...

Each spring and early summer, the quiet waters of La Ventana in Baja California Sur transform into the stage for one of nature’s most incredible ocean spectacles: the mobula ray...

The Mobula Ray Migration in La Ventana: Everyth...

Each spring and early summer, the quiet waters of La Ventana in Baja California Sur transform into the stage for one of nature’s most incredible ocean spectacles: the mobula ray...

Why Are Gray Whales Dying? The 2025 Crisis in Baja California Sur - Salinity Swimwear

Why Are Gray Whales Dying? The 2025 Crisis in B...

Along the coast of Baja California Sur, gray whale strandings are rising and calf counts are dropping. After seeing one washed ashore with my own eyes, I knew I had...

Why Are Gray Whales Dying? The 2025 Crisis in B...

Along the coast of Baja California Sur, gray whale strandings are rising and calf counts are dropping. After seeing one washed ashore with my own eyes, I knew I had...

Before You Quit Scuba Diving: Why It’s Worth Pushing Through - Salinity Swimwear

Before You Quit Scuba Diving: Why It’s Worth Pu...

Fear is powerful. It’s your brain’s way of keeping you safe, whispering (or shouting), This isn’t normal. This could be dangerous. Turn back now. Fear wants to protect us, and sometimes, that’s...

Before You Quit Scuba Diving: Why It’s Worth Pu...

Fear is powerful. It’s your brain’s way of keeping you safe, whispering (or shouting), This isn’t normal. This could be dangerous. Turn back now. Fear wants to protect us, and sometimes, that’s...

How to Improve Your Air Consumption While Scuba Diving - Salinity Swimwear

How to Improve Your Air Consumption While Scuba...

Running low on air faster than your dive buddies? You’re not alone. Many divers, especially beginners, find themselves surfacing sooner than they’d like, wishing they could stretch their tank a...

How to Improve Your Air Consumption While Scuba...

Running low on air faster than your dive buddies? You’re not alone. Many divers, especially beginners, find themselves surfacing sooner than they’d like, wishing they could stretch their tank a...

7 Sustainable Habits for a Greener 2025 - Salinity Swimwear

7 Sustainable Habits for a Greener 2025

The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to reflect on our habits and adopt changes that benefit the planet. If reducing single-use plastic and embracing sustainability feels...

7 Sustainable Habits for a Greener 2025

The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to reflect on our habits and adopt changes that benefit the planet. If reducing single-use plastic and embracing sustainability feels...

  • Each spring and early summer, the quiet waters of La Ventana in Baja California Sur transform into the stage for one of nature’s most incredible ocean spectacles: the mobula ray migration. If you're planning a trip to Baja or looking for a truly unforgettable marine wildlife encounter, here’s everything you need to know about this unique migration and why La Ventana is one of the best places to experience it.

    The Mobula Ray Migration in La Ventana: Everything You Need to Know 
  • Whether it’s your first liveaboard or your fifth, packing for a week (or more!) on a dive boat takes some thoughtful planning. You won’t have easy access to shops once you're out at sea, so being prepared is key.

    Here’s the ultimate, no-fluff guide to what you really need to bring on a scuba diving liveaboard.

    What to Pack for a Liveaboard Dive Trip + Free PDF Checklist! 
  • Why Do Sea Turtles Need Our Help? Learn how sea turtles are an indicator species for ocean health and the challenges they face due to human interference. Discover why sea turtles are vital to marine ecosystems and simple actions we can take to protect them.

    Saving the Sea Turtles: What You Need to Know 
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