Welcome to the Crystal Chronicles – Our Koh Tao Diving Blog
The Crystal Chronicles – our Koh Tao diving blog – is your source for dive and travel tips in Thailand, SCUBA diving news on Koh Tao, stunning underwater photography, and so much more.
Each of our blog posts is written by one of our international instructors and divemasters because they love SCUBA diving, but they also love telling stories.
Curious about what your time on Koh Tao will look and feel like? Take a dive through the Crystal Chronicles while you count down the days until your holiday.
Discover the Underwater World with Scuba
Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the waves? Scuba diving offers a unique opportunity to explore the mesmerizing underwater world, and it’s more than just an...
The Yacht Industry as a Dive Instructor
Ahoy there! Join me as I share my journey into the yachting industry as a superyacht SCUBA instructor. My name is Dav, and my adventure began on the captivating island of Koh...
Eco-Friendly Travel Tips for Exploring Thailand
Eco Tips For Traveling When travellig around Thailand, you will notice that in some locations, they are not quite at the same level of eco-friendliness compared to Western...
SCUBA Diving Whilst Dehydrated, Are You Guilty?
SCUBA Diving Whilst Dehyrdrated, Are You Guilty? By: Nina Horne, Master Instructor As a scuba diver, you already know that preparation is key to a successful dive. You check your...
Moving from Divemaster to Instructor
How long should I be a Divemaster before moving up to Instructing? By: Nina Horne, Master Instructor Embarking on a professional diving career is an exciting journey, and...
Advanced Course straight after my Open Water?
Shall I do the Advanced Course straight after my Open Water Certification? By: Sandy Graham, Staff Instructor By the end of your Open Water Course you are certified to dive with...
Combating Scuba Instructor Burnout
Combating Scuba Instructor Burnout: From Repetition to Rejuvenation By: Nina Horne, Assistant Instructor Trainer As the allure of the aquatic world continues to captivate the...
The Evolution Of Dive Equipment
THE EVOLUTION OF DIVE EQUIPMENT By: Bob Murphy, Course Director The Background Story It is by no means a coincidence that we find ourselves scouring the internet for the latest...
So Many Dive Schools on Koh Tao?!
Why are there so many different dive schools on Koh Tao?The Background Story Has planning a dive trip to Koh Tao, got you asking yourself, why are there so many dive schools on...
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