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Key West Scuba Diving Trip Report: 10 Insider Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your PADI® Discover Scuba Diving Resort Course

Key West Scuba Diving Trip Report: 10 Insider Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your PADI® Discover Scuba Diving Resort Course

Experienced divers come from around the world to go scuba diving in Key West. The island is surrounded by the pristine waters of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, and there are dive spots suitable for every ability level within a short boat ride. From easy shallow reef dives perfect for beginners to deep shipwrecks […]

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Learning to Scuba Dive in Key West

Learning to Scuba Dive in Key West

Situated within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and surrounded by vast expanses of protected marine ecosystem, Key West offers some of the best scuba diving in the Continental United States. With easy access to dive sites for every ability level and taste, there is no better place than Key West when it comes to […]

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Dive Into A Key West Vacation

Dive Into A Key West Vacation

Key West – Southernmost city in the Continental United States and America’s only Caribbean paradise. Subtropical weather, turquoise blue waters, white sand beaches, lush foliage, and an exotic flair all its own. Locals call it “the end of the road” partly because it is the last stop on the south end of historic US Highway […]

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Explore the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

Explore the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is a 2,900 square-mile area of protected marine wilderness designated by Congress and President George H. Bush on November 16, 1990. It incorporates the preexisting Key Largo and Looe Key sanctuaries and was the ninth sanctuary to join the 13 sanctuaries and two marine national monuments that make up […]

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Key West Scuba Diving Sites – The USNS Vandenberg: A Piece of American History

Key West Scuba Diving Sites – The USNS Vandenberg: A Piece of American History

The 525-foot long General Hoyt S. Vandenberg (T-AGM-10) is one of 30 U.S. Navy General G. O. Squier-class troop transport ships built during WWII. Sunk in May of 2009 six miles SSE of Key West, the Vandenberg sits upright on a sand bottom in 145 feet of water. The Vandenberg has been rated as the […]

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Key West Scuba Diving Safety Tips

Key West Scuba Diving Safety Tips

Scuba diving is considered to be safer than many conventional sports. Although diving accidents tend to make the news, such events are statistically rare: about 2-3 fatalities per 100,000 dives. Injuries are far less frequent than they are in other popular sports. The drive to the dive center is more dangerous than the dive. But […]

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Three Great Ways To Enjoy The Reef Around Key West

Three Great Ways To Enjoy The Reef Around Key West

Key West Scuba Diving is world-class, with both the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico readily accessible. It’s a watery wonderland that starts with a broad inshore zone of shallow patch reef, sand, and sea grass flats. This runs out to the Florida Reef lying just 6 miles to the southeast off Key West’s Atlantic […]

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7 Ways Save Air and Make the Key West Scuba Diving Fun Last Longer

7 Ways Save Air and Make the Key West Scuba Diving Fun Last Longer

Many factors influence SCUBA air consumption and the time a sport diver can spend underwater. Some things like water temperature, currents, and other aspects of the marine environment are immutable. But there are several strategies a diver can implement to help maximize bottom time and enjoyment on every dive. Physical Condition Keeping fit with both […]

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What’s It Like To Breathe Underwater?

What’s It Like To Breathe Underwater?

Scuba diving is swimming underwater with the help of a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA). This is typically a tank of compressed air. Breathing underwater unaided is of course impossible for humans. The oxygen content of water is too low – air has about 20 times more oxygen in it than the same volume of […]

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3 Great Key West Dive Sites

3 Great Key West Dive Sites

Key West is the absolute best overall dive site in the Continental United States. Advanced divers already know what the Florida Keys and Key West have to offer. Beginners will be amazed to come face-to-face with incredible seascapes and marine life their very first dive. The rich variety and sheer number of Key West scuba […]

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Key West Key West Dive Blog Overview

Welcome to The Key West Scuba Diving Blog! We are your premier source of information and tips for scuba diving in Key West, Florida. We offer a wide range of services and products to help make your diving experience the best. From beginner to experienced divers, we have the information and resources you need to get you diving and having fun in no time.

At The Key West Scuba Diving Blog, we describe our dive sites and all the local marine life you may encounter while diving. We also provide tips on making the most out of your dive, from selecting the right gear to staying safe underwater.

Our blog also has many articles featuring the latest gear, new trends in diving, and reviews of our favorite dive spots. We understand that diving can be a daunting activity for new and experienced divers alike, and our blog is designed to help you get the most out of your diving experience.

Finally, various education and safety resources are available to ensure you get the quality training and information you need to stay safe while diving. Whether you're looking to get started on your first dive or are an experienced diver looking to brush up on your skills, our blog has something for everyone.

Thank you for visiting The Key West Scuba Diving Blog. We look forward to helping you have the best diving experience possible. Check back often for new tips, reviews, and gear guides.