Freedive Archives - The Salt Sirens

The Best Resorts in Fiji for Coral Gardening

April 12, 2018

The waters that surround Fiji are home to a plethora of all types of marine life. According to the Coral Reef Alliance, Fiji hosts 42% of the world's coral species and over 10,000 square kilometers of coral ree...

The Best Snorkel Spots in the World

Chantae Reden

April 12, 2018

Snorkeling is one of the most exciting (and cheapest) ways to discover a destination. You can explore what exists beyond the ocean's surface with just a few pieces of gear and a strong sense of adventure. We've...

The Freedive Cafe Podcast: Alessia Zecchini, Italian Supergirl

Donny Mac

January 25, 2018

This article originally appeared on The Freedive Café, a podcast dedicated purely to freediving where top freedivers discuss techniques, experiences, notes on conservation, and their love of freediving. Support...

Courses for Confidence: How Freediving Makes You a Better Surfer

Chantae Reden

December 25, 2017

“Before a student comes to the course, they don’t know what they are capable of. They don’t know how long they can hold their breath in a relaxed or an active environment. They don’t know how they can swim. The...

The Freedive Cafe Podcast: Sheila Hanney the Sea Shepherdess

Donny Mac

December 21, 2017

This article originally appeared on The Freedive Café, a podcast dedicated purely to freediving where top freedivers discuss techniques, experiences, notes on conservation, and their love of freediving. Support...

The Freedive Cafe Podcast: From City to Sea with Sara Campbell

Donny Mac

November 13, 2017

This article originally appeared on The Freedive Café, a podcast dedicated purely to freediving where top freedivers discuss techniques, experiences, notes on conservation, and their love of freediving. Support...

Freedive Book Review: Glass and Water: The Essential Guide to Freediving for Underwater Photography

Chantae Reden

November 8, 2017

In this review, I’ll cover the key chapters and tell you about the points I found most helpful. Goal of the book: Glass and Water by Mark Harris teaches freedivers basic skills of freediving including th...

The Ultimate Surf, Dive, and Adventure Guide to Nusa Lembongan, Bali

Chantae Reden

October 30, 2017

Chapter 1: Travel guide for Nusa Lembongan Why visit Nusa Lembongan? The best time to visit Nusa Lembongan? Nusa Lembongan Accommodation How to get around Nusa Lembongan Where to...

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Wetsuit Review: O’Neill Bahia 2mm LS Springsuit

Chantae Reden

September 15, 2017

Gone are the days of springsuits that make your arms and legs look like gnawed off tree-stumps. For the past few years, a new trend in wetsuits have been emerging with surf companies finally catering to the tec...

The Ultimate Dive Guide to Amed, Bali

Chantae Reden

September 12, 2017

Wanting to blow bubbles or freedive in Amed, Bali? This guide will cover everything you need to know about diving in the Amed/Tulamben region. Why visit Amed? The best time to dive in Amed What you ...