The Ocean Magazine

Journey 11/13/2025 AMAALA Red Sea: ultra-luxury ocean wellness with conservation
On Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, AMAALA debuts as an ocean-centered wellness hub spread across three natural bays where the Hijaz Mountains meet turquoise waters. The destination blends ultra-luxury hospitality with a measurable commitment to marine conservation. Where it is & what’s new Set along a pristine stretch of the Red Sea, AMAALA launches with ...
Science 11/12/2025 “Death-Ball” Sponge & 30 New Deep-Sea Species From the Southern Ocean
Lead: In a Halloween-ready twist, the Nippon Foundation–Nekton Ocean Census team has confirmed 30 previously unknown deep-sea species from one of Earth’s remotest regions—the Southern Ocean around Antarctica. The headline act: a carnivorous, hook-covered sponge (Chondrocladia sp. nov.) that flips the script on sponge behavior. What Was Found—and Why It’s Unusual Most sponges filter feed. ...
Journey 11/03/2025 Bonaire in novembre: guida rapida allo shore diving dei Caraibi
Mentre novembre prende ritmo, i sub puntano su Bonaire, la perla olandese dei Caraibi: acqua cristallina, reef in ottimo stato, fauna attiva e un modello unico di shore diving con oltre 80 siti accessibili direttamente da riva. Perché novembre è il mese giusto Trade winds regolari, piogge contenute e temperature confortevoli in superficie e sott’acqua; ...
Cuisine 11/03/2025 Ocean-to-Table sostenibile: guida pratica 2025
Rivoluzione Ocean-to-Table: le specialità di mare sostenibili al centro della scena Il mondo della ristorazione sta vivendo una trasformazione profonda: nel 2025 il dining consapevole dell’oceano sta ridefinendo il nostro rapporto con le specialità di mare. I ristoranti d’eccellenza abbracciano il paradigma ocean-to-table, privilegiando filiere locali e tracciate e introducendo in carta specie meno conosciute, ...
Science 11/03/2025 Giornata Internazionale dei Fondali Marini: risultati e prossimi passi
Annuncio e campagna “One Thousand Reasons” 1° novembre 2025: una tappa storica con la prima Giornata Internazionale dei Fondali Marini. L’International Seabed Authority (ISA) ha annunciato risultati straordinari nella ricerca sulla biodiversità degli abissi con la campagna “One Thousand Reasons”, assegnando finanziamenti a sei progetti internazionali con l’obiettivo di descrivere quasi 100 nuove specie marine ...
Cuisine 10/28/2025 Ocean-to-Table, Explained in 2 Minutes
Ocean-to-Table, Explained in 2 Minutes Here’s what to do tonight: choose certified seafood, try an underused species, and add seaweed for clean umami. You’ll lower pressure on popular stocks and unlock new flavors—without guesswork. How Restaurants Are Changing Chefs now source directly from verified fisheries and responsible farms. Menus swap some salmon, tuna, and shrimp ...
Journey 10/28/2025 New Marine Parks: Where to Visit Now
The World’s Newest Marine Parks Open to Ocean Explorers Lead: Add six fresh pins to your map. The world’s new marine parks are welcoming visitors with clear water, citizen-science activities, and carefully managed access that funds conservation on the ground. What’s New—and Why It Matters These protected areas span coral gardens and kelp forests across ...
Cuisine 10/20/2025 Ocean Cusine: King Oyster “Scallops” with Lemon–Kelp Butter Linguine
Plant-based ocean cuisine is moving fast. Chefs and food scientists are recreating beloved “sea” flavors with smart ingredients—while easing pressure on wild stocks. What’s new in plant-based ocean cuisine The category matured in 2024–2025 with better textures, cleaner labels, and wider availability. Industry tracking shows steady global progress alongside new R&D hubs and products. See ...
Arts 10/20/2025 Ocean Art 2024: Underwater Photography Reaches New Depths
Ocean Art 2024: Underwater Photography Reaches New Depths The underwater photography world is buzzing. The Ocean Art 2024 winners reveal scenes that feel otherworldly, yet remain true to the sea. This edition pushed craft and storytelling further than ever. Why This Year Stands Out Photographers mixed classic discipline with new ideas. As a result, the ...
Journey 10/20/2025 Seychelles: October’s Perfect Ocean Paradise
Seychelles in October: Calm Seas, Clear Water, Big Marine Life As autumn arrives elsewhere, the Seychelles in October delivers prime ocean conditions: warm water, light winds, and excellent visibility. It is the month when calm seas meet vibrant marine life—ideal for divers, snorkelers, and sailors. Why October Works October bridges the southeast and northwest monsoons, ...