For many people, the holidays are a great way to curl up in front of a fire, or with your fuzziest blanket and a cup of hot cocoa and watch something really engaging. But don’t worry — you don’t have to sit through another marathon of It’s A Wonderful Life! Fortunately, there are a lot of programs available that will keep the SCUBA spirit alive in your house this winter, even if you can’t put your fins in the water. Here are some great ideas for ocean-inspired entertainment for you and your family this holiday season.
Palau Experience 8 DVD Set Volume 1 – $34.95 SALE!
Located in the Pacific, Palau is one of the most breathtaking group of islands on the planet. Home to the world’s first shark sanctuary, Palau has joined forces with Micronesia, Guam, and the Mariana Islands to conserve 30 percent of near shore waters and 20 percent of the combined forest land by 2020 to protect the precious species contained within. Enjoy the narration by Paul Ranky, a university professor, PADI certified rescue diver, and world traveler of more than 35 years, as he takes you deep into Palau’s famous Jellyfish Lake and other dive sites, lush tropical jungles, and offers a birds-eye view from a helicopter surveying the land. The set includes 4 standard DVDs and 3 DVD-ROMs that feature interactive panoramas with hundreds of high resolution images for you to enjoy. Also available: Palau Experience 8 DVD Set Volume 2.
Ocean Odyssey: The Blue Realm 5 DVD Set – $19.95 SALE!
The ocean is a fascinating place, and this 5-disc set is sure to keep you and the kids captivated for hours. Filmed in some of the world’s most beautiful locations, this series will show you what lies beneath the surface of the Red Sea, Costa Rica, South Africa and more. Explore the lives of manta rays, whale sharks, octopus, and manatees brought to you by a certified SCUBA diver and documentary professional Danny Mauro.
The Reef Set (3 Volumes) – $75.60 SALE!
You don’t have to have a TV or DVD player to be able to sink into the depths of the sea. These wonderful books will allure you with big, glossy photos of coral reefs, fish, and other reef creatures, giving you all the time you need to identify those creatures you photographed on your last dive trip. Everything you ever wanted to know about the species that dwell within tropical coral reefs will be found here, and they even feature a comprehensive index to make finding a name easy for everyone. These books are sure to be appreciated by the whole family.
