The kelp forests of Scotland enchant snorkelers and divers with their beauty.

Andy Vargas put on his diving fins and his snorkel and jumped into the cold water off the coast of Santa Barbara’s Butterfly Beach. The waves crashed on rocky cliffs, and from above the surface, he ...

Body dysmorphia made me extremely self-conscious, but a year of diving into the water during my travels changed my mindset ...

Marine scientists will be working with coastal industries, communities and Tasmanian Aboriginal communities on a ...

Marine scientists on a mission to resurrect the Tasmania’s famous giant kelp forests have recruited a coalition of coastal ...

As a former editor at Scuba Diving magazine, I've traveled to many islands. These are my absolute favorites for outdoor recreation.

A visit to Santa Catalina Island and its main village of Avalon makes for a satiating escape favored by sailors, celebrities, ...

When most people think of scuba diving, they imagine the vast, deep blue open ocean, a topical coral reef or perhaps a jungle ...

NBC News' Gadi Schwartz visits the Monterey Bay Aquarium to talk to research scientists and to dive deep to visit the kelp forests. Dec. 4, 2024 ...

Sea otters in California are helping to protect kelp forests from an invasion of purple sea urchins. NBC News' Gadi Schwartz visits the Monterey Bay Aquarium to talk to research scientists and to dive ...

Now featuring diverse underwater ecosystems, including coral reefs, kelp forests, and ocean monuments, these biomes offer extensive exploration opportunities. The introduction of swimming mechanics ...