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Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino Welcomes New Dive Operations Manager at the Award-Winning Divi Dive Bonaire

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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CHAPEL HILL, N.C., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Divi Dive Bonaire, the esteemed dive operation of the renowned Divi Flamingo Beach Resort & Casino, has been widely celebrated and lauded with numerous awards since its inception. Following its recent accolade as one of the Best Overall Dive Centers in the world by Scuba Diving's 2024 Readers Choice Awards, Divi Dive is thrilled to announce the appointment of Greg Greenbaum as its new Dive Operations Manager.

Key Points: 
  • Originally hailing from California, USA, Greg brings a diverse background to his role at Divi Dive Bonaire.
  • Greg steps into the role previously held by Rick Aguilar, known for his outstanding contributions as Dive Operations Manager.
  • Luckily, Greg has already been working with Rick and Divi Dive Bonaire since January 2024, serving as a trusted on-call instructor.
  • With Greg Greenbaum at the helm, Divi Dive Bonaire is poised for continued success and innovation in the world of diving.

SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge Debuts on Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, Welcoming Guests to an All-Inclusive Eco-Luxe Retreat

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Community, Rainforest, Element, Wetland, PADI, Relaxation, Pacific Ocean, Travel, Transport, CWL, Quality of life, Nature, Seafood, SCP, Curriculum, Massage, Lunch, Coral, Tree, National Geographic, Garden, Partnership, Tourism, Soul and Body, Building material, Rejuvenation, Vegetable, Foot, Research, Certification, Plant, Sloth, Exploration, ICRC, Meal, Health, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Dolphin, CBD, Biodiversity, Breakfast, Heart, Hotel

CORCOVADO, Costa Rica, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Soul Community Planet (SCP) Hotels, a holistic hospitality company serving those who value wellness, social good and the environment, today announced the grand opening of SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge (CWL). CWL uniquely sits at the intersection of two thriving ecosystems: Corcovado National Park, which is known as the world's most biologically intense terrestrial ecosystem, and the Isla del Caño Biologic Reserve, a vibrant marine ecosystem. The all-inclusive 189-acre private reserve is 100% off the grid, offering a blend of environmentally conscious accommodations, local and sustainably sourced gourmet cuisine, first-class service, and a range of immersive adventures from professionally guided interpretive jungle treks to marine biologist-led snorkeling through coral reefs teeming with marine life.

Key Points: 
  • SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge is located on the edge of Corcovado National Park – the crown jewel of Costa Rica's world-renowned national park system – on the Osa Peninsula, in one of the largest low-lying tropical rainforests on the planet.
  • SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge is 100% off the grid and was designed with sustainability at its core.
  • Additionally, SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge holds a Certification for Tourism Sustainability and is recognized at the prestigious Elite level recognition, the highest achievement within the program.
  • For more information or to book a stay at SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge, please visit www.scphotel.com/corcovado .

GoPro and PADI Link Up on New Specialty Certification Program for Scuba Divers

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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SAN MATEO, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, GoPro (NASDAQ: GPRO) and PADI® (Professional Association of Diving Instructors®) announced the GoPro PADI Distinctive Specialty Course, a new GoPro-specific specialty certification for certified scuba divers, providing training on how to use GoPro cameras, accessories and the Quik video editing app to become the ultimate storyteller and content creator. PADI is the largest purpose-driven diving organization with a global network of 6,600 dive centers and resorts.

Key Points: 
  • SAN MATEO, Calif., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, GoPro (NASDAQ: GPRO) and PADI® (Professional Association of Diving Instructors®) announced the GoPro PADI Distinctive Specialty Course, a new GoPro-specific specialty certification for certified scuba divers, providing training on how to use GoPro cameras, accessories and the Quik video editing app to become the ultimate storyteller and content creator.
  • PADI is the largest purpose-driven diving organization with a global network of 6,600 dive centers and resorts.
  • "We created this course with GoPro to give scuba divers a new superpower that enables them to capture and share meaningful underwater adventures," says Lisa Nicklin, Vice President of Growth and Marketing for PADI Worldwide.
  • GoPro is offering PADI Club members a 3-month free trial to the GoPro Quik video editing app—get the deal here .

Global Citizen Forum hosts star studded line up, including Yusra Mardini, Nile Rodgers, and Craig David, to champion climate action

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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RAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, and His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance, United Arab Emirates, opened the tenth annual Global Citizen Forum to hundreds of international delegates, with an agenda focused on impactful climate change action.

Key Points: 
  • The second day saw the start of the Annual Summit, with a host of international voices making the case for meaningful climate action and global citizenship.
  • Yusra, who was joined by Jetex CEO Adel Mardini, was determined to show that "everyone has the right to dream".
  • Leaving the forum with custom hand-printed t-shirts, delegates will spread this vital message around the world with the very clothes they wear.
  • Music icon Nile Rodgers presented celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award, with the comic delivering some hilarious lines as part of his acceptance speech.

Global Citizen Forum hosts star studded line up, including Yusra Mardini, Nile Rodgers, and Craig David, to champion climate action

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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RAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, and His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance, United Arab Emirates, opened the tenth annual Global Citizen Forum to hundreds of international delegates, with an agenda focused on impactful climate change action.

Key Points: 
  • The second day saw the start of the Annual Summit, with a host of international voices making the case for meaningful climate action and global citizenship.
  • Yusra, who was joined by Jetex CEO Adel Mardini, was determined to show that "everyone has the right to dream".
  • Leaving the forum with custom hand-printed t-shirts, delegates will spread this vital message around the world with the very clothes they wear.
  • Music icon Nile Rodgers presented celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award, with the comic delivering some hilarious lines as part of his acceptance speech.

Twenty Feet Underwater at Historic Panel, OceanShot Announces Major Plans for 2024, Including New 'Blue Lab' and Reef Expansion

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, OceanShot, an innovative coral ecosystem restoration project, proudly announced the next phase of its scaled expansion during a first-of-its-kind underwater panel at the Global Citizen Forum. The novel meeting joined OceanShot's founders and partners, diving deep under the surface to raise awareness and encourage action around the dire state of our oceans and the critical importance of coral reefs.

Key Points: 
  • Emphasizing the need for cross-sector collaboration across tech, government, science, and entrepreneurs, the forum ultimately announced OceanShot's next coral reef deployment and plans to break ground on the OceanShot Lab in Antigua.
  • The sea provides 50% of the planet's oxygen and has absorbed 90% of the excess heat from climate change.
  • Expansion of Reef Modules: OceanShot announced plans to deploy the second of its tailor-made coral modules in the coming year.
  • Adding, "OceanShot can now be deployed globally, to help governments prioritize ocean resilience and blue economy industries like fishing and tourism, as well as restore biodiversity."

Dive Shop 360 and PADI Collaborate at DEMA 2023 New Orleans

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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PROVO, Utah, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dive Shop 360, the leading dive shop management system and an all-in-one, cloud-based POS platform created exclusively for dive shops, today announced its presence at DEMA 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana from November 14-17, 2023. Attendees can experience Dive Shop 360's comprehensive POS firsthand at booths #3450 and #3451, as well as interact with the company's engaging seminars co-presented by PADI® (Professional Association of Diving Instructors®), during the event.

Key Points: 
  • Sessions to include information about new features and integrations to bring dive shops increased business efficiencies, reduced costs, sales growth, and better customer experiences
    PROVO, Utah, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dive Shop 360 , the leading dive shop management system and an all-in-one, cloud-based POS platform created exclusively for dive shops, today announced its presence at DEMA 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana from November 14-17, 2023.
  • – Steve Lee, Owner of Dive Source Scuba
    "Presenting alongside Dive Shop 360 at this year's DEMA Show provides us with the chance to ensure our PADI Members can optimize this leading dive shop management system to support their own business objectives," said Kristin Valette Wirth, Chief Brand and Membership Officer for PADI Worldwide.
  • In July 2023, Dive Shop 360 and PADI announced a collaboration that enables dive shops to easily and efficiently manage PADI diving certifications and courses directly through the comprehensive, easy to use Dive Shop 360 POS platform.
  • To learn more about Dive Shop 360 and book a time to meet at DEMA Show 2023, visit: www.diveshop360.com

Global Citizen Forum announces star-studded line up of partners and speakers for the Earth Age summit

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the Global Citizen Forum (GCF) is thrilled to announce a number of exciting partnerships and world-renowned speakers to help bring this year's event to life.

Key Points: 
  • Hosted in partnership with the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), The Butterfly Effect Trilogy: Earth Age, is set to take place in Ras Al Khaimah on December 6th and 7th.
  • The GCF is honoured to welcome the RewirEd Summit as the event's Knowledge Partner.
  • The RewirEd Summit is Dubai Cares' flagship platform advocating for transformed education systems as the core enabler for a sustainable future for people and planet.
  • The GCF is also partnering with PANGAIA, the purpose-driven materials science company bringing problem-solving innovations to the world through its lifestyle apparel.

Global Citizen Forum announces star-studded line up of partners and speakers for the Earth Age summit

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 6, 2023
Knowledge, UNESCO, Painting, Forum, Bee, Loss of citizenship, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, Professional Association of Diving Instructors, RAS, Shoe, Change, Refugee, Global Entrepreneur, Life, AL, Carbon, Butterfly effect, Forest, Professional association, Entrepreneurship, Dubai Cares, Excellency, Senior, Risk, PADI, Partnership, GCF, CNN, Language, Safety, Climate change, Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah, Mastercard

RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the Global Citizen Forum (GCF) is thrilled to announce a number of exciting partnerships and world-renowned speakers to help bring this year's event to life.

Key Points: 
  • Hosted in partnership with the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), The Butterfly Effect Trilogy: Earth Age, is set to take place in Ras Al Khaimah on December 6th and 7th.
  • The GCF is honoured to welcome the RewirEd Summit as the event's Knowledge Partner.
  • The RewirEd Summit is Dubai Cares' flagship platform advocating for transformed education systems as the core enabler for a sustainable future for people and planet.
  • The GCF is also partnering with PANGAIA, the purpose-driven materials science company bringing problem-solving innovations to the world through its lifestyle apparel.

Global Citizen Forum Unveils Earth Age - the Second Chapter of the Butterfly Effect Trilogy

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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RAS AL KHAIMAH CITY, UAE, Sept 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the Global Citizen Forum is proud to announce the highly anticipated second chapter of its trilogy, The Butterfly Effect: Earth Age.

Key Points: 
  • RAS AL KHAIMAH CITY, UAE, Sept 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the Global Citizen Forum is proud to announce the highly anticipated second chapter of its trilogy, The Butterfly Effect: Earth Age.
  • "We look forward to hosting the Global Citizen Forum for a third year in a row, which demonstrates our commitment to an inclusive and sustainable future.
  • At the culmination of the Summit, the Global Citizen Forum will collaborate with its community to develop a manifesto for future global citizens.
  • The stage is now set for an unparalleled journey of discovery, reflection and exploration that awaits at The Butterfly Effect: Earth Age.