Gail Herd

Global Tailor Made Specialist

I have been working in the diving travel industry for nearly 20 years, I learnt to dive in Sharm El Sheikh many moons ago and was instantly "bitten by the bug". I have dived in many wonderful countries around the globe including Red Sea, Australia and Thailand to name but a few. Although there are still many destinations on my personnel to do list, I sell a wide variety itineraries to worldwide destinations that I carefully research and put together for clients as if they were my own trips. In recent years I have introduced my two children Harry & Rosie to the underwater world! Harry is now a Junior Advanced Open Water diver with dreams of being an instructor and Rosie is excited about gaining her advanced next summer. Both of them have learnt at Marsa Shagra with the Red Sea Diving Safari which is such a wonderful place to learn and gain experince, call me and i can get you and your family on this wonderful adventure.

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There are so many diving highlights, my first memorable moment was just after qualifying in the Red Sea and coming up close with Turtles and feeling so peaceful and happy I knew then I absolutely had to work within the dive industry. I am a HUGE fan of the Red Sea and the Philippines. Also Indonesia, Lembeh is a fantastic place especially for keen photographers and Manado. Also not forgetting those once in a lifetime trips such as Micronesia, Truk for the breath-taking WWII wrecks, Yap with the majestic mantas and the AMAZING Galapagos Islands flora and fauna, and hammerhead and whale shark it is a plentiful destination above and below the water!

Nad Lembeh Resort

Indonesia, Lembeh Strait

The NAD’s location, knowledgeable staff, beautiful house reef, personal service is perfect for all and with divers to guide ratio of a staggering 2:1 makes it a haven for photographers.

  • Open air restaurant
  • Choice of rooms or bungalows
  • Free use of Kayaks
  • 2:1 dive guide ratio
  • Free house reef dives
  • Great new bar opened Aug 2017

Magic Island Dive Resort

Philippines, The Visayas

Magic Island Dive Resort is an intimate retreat ideally located on a small coastal area with breath-taking views and a fantastic house reef enriched with an abundance of marine life to enjoy.

  • Located in a small coastal area
  • Fantastic house reef diving
  • Small divers resort with 10 cottages
  • Choice of board types
  • Featured in DIVER Jan 2012
  • Fluoro diving

Manta Ray Bay Hotel

Micronesia, Yap

The Manta Ray Bay Hotel is truly one of the most luxurious dive resorts in the fabulous diving region of Micronesia.

  • 5* PADI centre on-site with Nitrox
  • 24 standard and 4 deluxe rooms
  • Dedicated dive resort
  • Cultural tours
  • Pool/Internet/Bar/Water Sports
  • Unique boat restaurant

Allegro Cozumel Resort

Mexico, Riviera Maya

The Allegro Cozumel Resort is situated right on San Francisco Beach on the famous island of Cozumel where two worlds of adventure co-exist, the fun in the sun and the amazing undersea world.

  • Located on Cozumel Island
  • Private sandy beach
  • All Inclusive resort
  • Free NITROX
  • Pro Dive Mexico on-site
  • Choice of restaurants & bars
  • Located on Playa Del Carmen
  • Located on Playa Del Carmen

Allegro Playacar

Mexico, Riviera Maya

The Allegro Playacar is located on the best stretch of white sand beach in Playa Del Carmen, surrounded by lush tropical gardens looking out to the crystal clear and rich waters.

  • Located on Playa Del Carmen
  • All inclusive resort
  • Family friendly
  • Free NITROX
  • Fantastic beach location
  • 286 rooms available

Reethi Beach Resort

Maldives, Northern Region

The Reethi Beach resort is elegant and luxurious in style with a beautiful east and west side house reef offering mesmerizing marine life such as dolphins, turtles, rays and an abundant fish life.

  • Located on Baa Atoll
  • PADI 5* dive centre on-site
  • Private dining on the beach
  • 5 bars & 5 restaurants
  • House reef easily accessible
  • Spa & wellness retreat

Blue Star Dive Resort

Philippines, The Visayas

The Blue Star Dive Resort is the ideal base where you can dive, explore, relax and have the most remarkable experience in the Philippines with year round warm crystal clear waters and natural reefs.

  • Located on Bohol Island
  • Beautiful & unspoilt setting
  • Romantic getaway
  • Fantastic dive place
  • Away from crowded beaches
  • PADI dive centre onsite

Cobalt Coast Dive Resort

Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman

Cobalt Coast Dive Resort is situated on the northwest shore of Grand Cayman in a secluded peaceful location with an outstanding house reef abundant with vibrant marine life.

  • Beachfront Location
  • Unlimited Shore Diving
  • House Reef and Private Jetty
  • 18 Rooms and Suites
  • Close to Sting Ray City
  • 15 Minutes from Seven Mile Beach

Eco Divers Lembeh

Indonesia, Manado

A dominating volcanic landscape creates a unique backdrop for you to discover North Sulawesi, one of the world's best yet least known dive destinations.

Marsa Nakari

Red Sea, Marsa Alam

Marsa Nakari is a charming village featuring a sheltered bay just 40 km south of Marsa Alam city. A smaller, quieter and more remote alternative to Marsa Shagra but wilh all the benefits.

Palm Garden Resort

Thailand, Khao Lak

The Palm Garden Resort in Khao Lak is one of the Sea Bees own purpose built dive resorts just 2 hours away from Phuket international airport.

  • Intimate divers resort with 10 rooms
  • Room only basis
  • Suitable to all on a budget
  • Quiet relaxing experience
  • Pool/Jacuzzi/Internet/Thai Restaurant
  • Sea Bees dive centre on-site

Fiji Aggressor

The best way to dive Fiji is on a liveaboard as you can see much more than staying at a island resort. If you have time/budget we recommend mixing the liveaboard with a few days on an island resort.

  • Max 10 guests / up to 5 dives per day
  • Sharks/mantas/turtles/giant groupers
  • Suitable for new liveaboard divers
  • Full board basis inc local alcohol
  • Nigali pass, Wakaya, Koro and more
  • Postcard island views

Galapagos Master

The Galapagos Master is the most eco-friendly liveaboard in the Galapagos Islands, previously known as Deep Blue she has now undergone a full refit and joined the Master Liveaboards brand.

  • Max 16 guests
  • 3 to 4 dives per day
  • 7 and 10 night itineraries
  • Land tours available
  • Hammerhead and whale sharks
  • Nitrox available

MV Emperor Voyager

Maldives, Male Atoll

MV Emperor Voyager is a luxurious, modern and spacious boat cursing some of the best reefs in the Maldives from January 2015. This Nitrox and rebreather equipped boat will give you a week full of fun and adventure.

  • Max 20 guests/3 dives a day
  • Departs Male
  • Dive Ari & Male Atolls
  • Great value for money
  • Free Nitrox for qualified divers
  • Rebreather facilities available

MY Blue Planet I

The baby of the Blue Planet Fleet accommodating a maximum of 16 divers which makes her ideal for groups! Staff are friendly and have been servicing guests for a number of years offering consistent high level of service.

  • Max 16 guests/3-4 dives a day
  • Full board basis inc soft drinks
  • Various routes available
  • Nitrox Available (Additional)
  • Spacious and beautifully fitted
  • AC cabins and en suite

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