The FeBrina
and Walindi
are based out of Kimbe Bay in Papua New Guinea and offer some of the best diving
opportunities there.
The owners of the FeBrina, Walindi
Plantation and Aquatic Encounters,
as founding sponsors for the Best of Show for the Underwater Images
Competition, will again be offering their prize for two aboard the FeBrina along
with two days on either end of the cruise at Walindi Plantation
Archipelago
Archipelago Resorts & Fleet-
Archipelago Expeditions cruises to remote areas of Indonesia have never been as
comfortable as those to be experienced aboard the Archipelago Adventurer II
Liveaboard. A unique fusion of traditional and modern, the wooden phinisi with a
contemporary, stylish interior, is equipped with all the amenities of a world
class boutique resort. Dive facilities are also at a premium, with two custom
designed aluminium tenders, two dive decks and FREE Nitrox during cruises. With
extensive knowledge of the dive sites and cultural attractions of Maluku and the
Banda Islands, the Adventurer II predominantly cruises the Banda Sea. Additional
itineraries throughout Raja Ampat and remote areas of East Indonesia are also
available
aboard the vessel, creating the opportunity to cruise the finest dive and
cultural attractions of Indonesia in the ultimate comfort and style. Join
Archipelago for the expedition of a lifetime, aboard the luxurious Archipelago
Adventurer II.
 Bahia Tours
and Anthony's Key
is pleased to support the Underwater Images Competition by offering a 7 night
all inclusive dive package for one at Anthony's Key, in Roatan, one of the Bay
Islands off the coast of Honduras. Anthony's Key is nestled in the middle of a
hillside jungle and offers guests panoramic views of Caribbean sunsets over
their shimmering lagoon. Package includes 7 nights Standard-Hill room hotel
accommodations, air tanks, weight belts and weights, buoyancy control workshop,
3 single tank boat dives per day, 2 single tank night dives per week, daily
dolphin show presentations, full American meal plan of 3 meals daily, welcome
island cocktail and presentation, tropical picnic on the beach, Island Fiesta
Night on the Key, Horseback riding and hiking, Kayaks and paddleboats, canoeing,
entrance to Roatan museum, airport transfers and airline ticket reconfirmation.
Aqua Lung AmericaAqua Lung America
Aqua Lung is the name that first introduced the
world to Scuba diving more than 60 years ago when Jacques-Yves Cousteau and
Emille Gagnan developed the first "Aqua-Lung." Today, both Aqua Lung
International and Aqua Lung America are highly successful divisions of Air
Liquide. Aqua Lung international includes the best brands in aquatic equipment.
Aqua Lung's long history in the dive industry, the worldwide network of dealers,
and the expertise of our companies, has led to the high demand for our equipment
for recreational, technical and military applications in more than 30 countries.
We are pleased to support the Underwater Images Competition with the new Limited
Edition Mistral, which is a modern version of the original double hose regulator
invented by Aqua Lung founder Jacques Cousteau and Emille Gagnan in 1943. It is
similar to the regular Mistral, yet this one comes with a lot of fantastic
extras. The Limited Edition Mistral comes with a beautiful wood display case
that keeps it in showroom condition. It also has a designated serial number
engraved into the Mistral, along with a certificate of authenticity. The Limited
Edition Mistral offers all the benefits of the original double hose regulators,
combined with the developments and refinements of modern regulator technology.
Bilikiki Cruises Ltd. is the premiere live-aboard dive operator in the Solomon Islands. Operating two 125 foot ships, M.V. Bilikiki and M.V. Spirit of Solomons, divers are offered superb diving opportunities, from ships consistently rated among the best live-aboards in the world. Bilikiki delights in the opportunity to offer a trip for one on either the MV Bilikiki or the MV Spirit of Solomons to a lucky winner in the Underwater Images Competition.
 Copamarina Beach
Resort & Sea Ventures Diving
We are delighted to be a sponsor in the Underwater Images Competition with a
prize for two people. They will stay at
Copamarina Beach Resort for three nights, with three days of two-tank diving
and one night dive.
Copamarina offers a full array of activities and services from tennis to
swimming and spas, volley ball, hiking and bird watching. Natural attractions
and historical towns such as La Parguera (home of the Bioluminescent Bay) and
Ponce are within easy reach. And for those who require Internet access, wireless
Internet Access service is available in all rooms and public areas free of
charge.
DiveTech of Grand Cayman/Cobalt Coast Resort
Divetech
has opened its second dive center at Cayman's boutique dive resort - Cobalt
Coast - on the pristine NW Tip of the Grand Cayman. The winner of the Underwater
Images Competition will be awarded 5 nights stay for two people, 4 days of
2-tank boat trips to the North Wall and unlimited shore diving (day & night).
Cobalt Coast
Resort features 1 & 2 bedroom suites and villas on the ocean. Amenities
include full service dive shop, 130’ dock, fresh water swimming pool, Jacuzzi,
daily breakfast at “Duppies” Bar and Restaurant, a welcome cocktail on arrival,
airport transfers, taxes and service charges, beautiful sunsets, free wi-fi and
more. Reservations required. Contact Divetech @ 345-946-5658 Toll free at 1 -
888 - 946-5656 or
divetech@candw.ky to reserve your
vacation in paradise!
Ed Robinson’s Maui Dive Adventures
Ed Robinson's Maui Scuba is pleased to donate 5 nights in our Garden Cottage
and three 2-tank dive charters for two people. Ed Robinson’s Diving Adventures
caters to certified divers by having no more than six divers per divemaster with
an emphasis on service and safety. Having two specially-designed boats allows us
to accommodate repeating and returning divers by giving choices of dive sites
around Maui and including Lanai Island.
 Ikelite manufactures a diverse line of
underwater photographic equipment that ranges from housings for simple
point-and-shoot cameras to exotic housings for slr and video cameras. Ikelite is
famous for the design and manufacture of sophisticated electronic flash units,
strobe mounting systems, and a wide range of unique accessories for underwater
photography. As a founding sponsor of the Underwater Images Competition,
Ikelite is pleased to support this prestigious competition on a Platinum level.
 Kararu Dive
Voyages
Kararu Dive Voyages owns and operates Indonesia's finest and safest liveaboard.
The Voyager, is a 150 ft, in class, luxurious ship fully equipped with all the
modern luxuries. For the fortunate winner in the Underwater Images Competition,
we offer a 7 night trip on any of our itineraries. Come and experience the
richest marine habitat on earth and join us for the expedition of a lifetime!
 Kungkungan Bay Resort
is
located in the very heart of the Lembeh Strait and is an intimate and exclusive
resort, staffed by a friendly professional team. The Lembeh Strait in North
Sulawesi is renowned as being the planet’s epicenter of marine bio diversity.
Lembeh’s nutrient rich waters are home to rare and mysterious marine species.
We feature
fantastic coral and wall diving as well as three WWII wrecks.
Our package for the Underwater Images
Competition is a dive package for two including a 7 night beach front cottage
suite, all meals in our full-service restaurant, 3 guided day dive for 6 diving
days, free unlimited house reef dives from 8AM – 5PM, tax, service and airport
transfers.
 Light
& Motion
Light & Motion offers the most technologically advanced and innovative
underwater camera housings and video housings available. Founded in 1990 and
located in beautiful Monterey, California, Light & Motion has the experience to
engineer great equipment and the location to put it to the test. Light and
Motion was the first to introduce such technologies as Li-ion and NiMH
batteries, portable HID systems, and IR signals to underwater video. We continue
to pioneer imaging by integrating today's technology in the underwater
environment and responding to the desires of diving videographers and
photographers. We continue to pioneer product development by integrating today's
technology in the outdoor industry and responding to the desires of divers. We
are honored to support the Underwater Images Competition with a set of Sunray
Mini Elite Video lights.
Loloata Island Resort
 To
scuba divers, Loloata Island Resort means great diving, and a chance to observe
some of the world's greatest coral reefs and meet a myriad of marine animals in
their natural habitat. Underwater photo enthusiasts find a dazzling array of
great fish, corals and invertebrate subjects only minutes away from the dock
aboard our new deluxe dive boat.
Loloata will gladly provide a 7-day stay and 5 days diving (3 dives per day) for
one person.
Nekton Diving Cruises
Nekton Diving Cruises invites you to join us aboard the world's most stable
and comfortable high-tech SWATH design Liveaboards to experience world class
SCUBA diving in amazing blue holes, plunging vertical walls, swim throughs, lush
coral gardens and shark dives. Also enjoy snorkeling, dolphins, sea kayaking,
remote islands, ancient ruins, gourmet dining, nightly presentations, and more.
We are pleased to offer a cruise for one person with Nekton Diving Cruises, not
including airfare, Gov’t. charges, personal items or gratuities.
Odyssea Divers & Raja
Ampat
MV Odyssea 1
is a brand new liveaboard bringing her guests
onboard luxury & comfort to the pristine waters of north Sulawesi, Halmahera and
Papua in Indonesia. Built 100% locally by the craftsmen of Sangihe and equipped
with modern marine machinery and computer systems, she is truly a unique product
of North Sulawesi redefining the presence of quality liveaboards. She is
outfitted with 8 spacious ensuite air conditioned cabins, a digital studio for
photographers and is also equipped with onboard satellite communications.
Odyssea Divers is pleased to
support the Underwater Images Competition with a 10 day, 9 night Raja Ampat
cruise for one person aboard the MV Odyssea 1.
Odyssea
Divers & Bunaken, Bangka, & Lembeh
MV Odyssea 1 & Bunaken,
Bangka, & Lembeh- is a brand new liveaboard bringing her guests onboard luxury &
comfort to the pristine waters of north Sulawesi, Halmahera and Papua in
Indonesia. Built 100% locally by the craftsmen of Sangihe and equipped with
modern marine machinery and computer systems, she is truly a unique product of
North Sulawesi redefining the presence of quality liveaboards. She is outfitted
with 8 spacious ensuite air conditioned cabins, a digital studio for
photographers and is also equipped with onboard satellite communications.
Odyssea Divers
will continues to support the Underwater Images Competition with a 7-day,
6-night Bunaken, Bangka, Lembeh cruise for one person aboard the MV Odyssea 1.
 Optiquatics
From the California Channel Islands to Alaska to the Sea of
Cortez, we specialize in providing everything you might need to learn
underwater, nature and wildlife photography. At Optiquatics, we’re among the
world’s best in teaching underwater photography. In fact, we’re one of the first
authorized Sea & Sea Learning Centers in the world. In partnership with Kodak,
DUI, Sea & Sea and Ultralight, we offer the very best equipment and the latest
technology. And you won’t find more experienced workshop leaders anywhere.
Sipadan Water Village & Travel Masters
 Sipadan
Water Village in Mabul Island Semporna is known to underwater photographers for
its exceptional diving and photo opportunities. Sipadan Water Village is pleased
to donate a dive package for two in a standard cottage for 4 nights/3 dive days
to a winner in the Underwater Images Competition. This package
 includes all
ground transfers, buffet meals, 3 boat dives daily and unlimited reef shore
diving.
Travel Masters is a dive and adventure travel wholesaler and retailer,
successfully serving the dive community since 1990. Travel Masters plans trips
for individuals or groups. We also offer scheduled departures for many
destinations for those of you that are looking for a group to travel with. For
more information on your next dive trip, call Travel Masters at (866)UW PHOTO or
email us at info@travel-masters.net.
SMY Ondina
 The inner seas of
Indonesia are home to the richest Marine Biodiversity in the world. SMY ONDINA,
a romantic and modern wooden schooner, will take you where J.Y. Cousteau said it
is probably "The best diving in the world".: Komodo, Wakatobi, Rajah Empat, Alor,
Flores, Banda.........and many more incredible, remote and beautiful reefs in
the inner seas of Indonesia! We are absolutely committed to the promotion of
such a beautiful country, Indonesia, and to collaborating in reef conservation
projects with local associations and directly with the local communities we get
in touch with during our cruises in those remote areas we sail and dive.
We are delighted to support the Underwater Images Competition with a FREE CRUISE
for 1 person and 50% off for his/her chosen buddy on the SMY Ondina in Indonesia
subject to availability.
Tasik Ria Resort
 Tasik
Ria Resort is a charming, well appointed
34-room dive resort situated in a quiet bay just outside Manado, North Sulawesi,
Indonesia. All rooms feature air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom, satellite TV,
phone and mini-bar. The centerpiece of the resort is the impressive free-form
pool with swim-up bar. The restaurant serveS a selection of local and western
cuisine and a stunning new spa opens in summer 2006. Diving from Tasik Ria is
with Eco Divers,
North Sulawesi's only PADI 5 Star Gold Palm Resort. There are over 30 amazing
dive sites within an hour of our jetty, in the award-winning "Bunaken" National
Park. This is blue water diving on coral-encrusted walls at its very best. Tasik
Ria Resort & Eco Divers will be offering a 7-night Pool-View Room, Full Board, 3
guided day dives for 6 diving days, tax, service charge, and airport transfer in
support of the Underwater Images Competition.
Wakatobi Dive Resort & The Pelagian Liveaboard
  Wakatobi
is an award-winning combination of stunning diving, luxury, remoteness and
conservation makes this a must-dive destination. Arrive by private charter and
experience tropical hideaway where you’ll find the world’s most diverse and
pristine reefs.
Pelagian is a renowned luxury yacht for a maximum of 12 guests offering the
world’s best reefs in elite comfort. Full on-board amenities, delicious cuisine,
eco-participation and Wakatobi’s reliable infrastructure make this the most
sought-after live-aboard in Indonesia.
Abucs scubA Charters
Abucs scubA runs
professional dive charters on the Upper St. Lawrence River in the heart of the
1000 Island Region offering a full service dive centre with a mixed gas station
and full rental department. Our trained, insured and bi-lingual staff can help
you with walk-on or group bookings and all-inclusive packages with charters
running 7 days a week. Come and experience some of the best fresh water diving
in the world with temps up to 80 degrees, no thermoclines and visibility you
have to see to believe. We are pleased to donate an all-inclusive weekend dive
package for two people to include 2 nights accommodation with continental
breakfast (double occupancy), 2 days of diving with on-board lunches, tank
rentals, air fills and two dinners in support of the 2006 Underwater Images
Photo/Video Competition.
 Backscatter
Underwater Video & Photo
Backscatter is the official west coast
warranty center for Nikonos and Aquatica and offers help in choosing the right
UW system to fit your goals and budget from their stock of still and video
systems. Backscatter is pleased to donate a gift certificate worth $100 towards
service, new, or used gear.
 Bare Wetsuits
For over 35 years, Bare corp. has been building
wetsuits and drysuits with a singular philosophy, -FIT IS EVERYTHING! The link
between the fit of a suit, and the warmth and comfort provided has long been
established at Bare, which is why we offer over 27 sizes as well as custom
drysuits. Please visit
www.bare-wetsuits.com to view our line, and sizing charts. For the
2007 UW Images competition, we will donate a blue Attack Shorty, men's or
women's, in the size of winner's choice.
Blue Water Photo
Owned and operated by Peter Chestnut who is a diver and has been shooting and
printing underwater photography for more than 15 years. Peter has been in the
professional photo lab business for more than 40 years and really knows his
stuff. He and his lab take great pride in making every photograph as good as
possible. Peter runs Blue Water Photo in conjunction with his other lab,
Chemistry and Light.
www.chemistryandlight.com You can contact Peter at: 702-210-8206
7:00AM to 6:00PM Pacific time seven days a week. FAX number is 702-262-1602 and
the e-mail address is: bluwater@mindspring.com. Your first order (up to $25.00)
is FREE just for trying him out. Prices are extremely competitive and you WILL
get first class professional photo lab results. GUARANTEED.
Coral Realm.com
 CoralRealm.com is pleased to provide
$300.00 worth of CoralRealm.com annual memberships for the contest. This equates
to 10 annual memberships. Our databases contain information that is very
valuable to UW photographers -- individual species info that includes habitats,
feeding and reproductive behaviors, diver interaction, and photo tips! It's one
thing to take a beautiful photo, but it's another to know a lot about the
specific species you are photographing. Visit CoralRealm.com to see what we’re
all about!
 Diving Unlimited International (DUI)
DUI is dedicated to developing
innovative diving equipment, DUI's ultimate purpose is to provide the diver with
superior comfort and performance, and the flexibility to dive a wide variety of
locations year-round. DUI is proud to participate in the Underwater Images
Competition with a prize donation of a DUI weight and trim system for one lucky
winner.
 Pelican
Products, Inc.
Pelican cases are well known to the discerning underwater photographers because
of Pelican's commitment to excellence and sturdy construction of their products.
Pelican Products is proud to be a sponsor in the Underwater Images Competition
donating a 1560 case with foam and two 4300 Nemo 8C’s.
 Pinnacle Aquatics
Pinnacle Aquatics- Pinnacle Aquatics is the world’s fastest-growing brand of
scuba thermal protection products. With a line that includes everything from
Lycra skins and rash guards to 8mm semi-dry wetsuits to drysuits, PINNACLE can
meet every diver’s insulation needs. PINNACLE also produces lines of boots,
gloves, hoods, vests, bags, belts and other accessories. Perhaps PINNACLE’s
greatest claim to fame is its patented Merino™ lining, which has been tested in
independent laboratories in the US and Europe and been scientifically proven to
be 35% more thermally efficient than traditional wetsuit linings. Found only in
higher-end products manufactured by PINNACLE AQUATICS, the Merino™ lining system
provides the utmost in warmth and comfort.
www.pinnacleaquatics.com
ReefNet
 ReefNet is a Canadian corporation that produces
scuba-related software and electronics including, but not limited to, reef fish
identification tools for the computer and the Sensus Ultra, which is a miniature
dive data recorder that stores up to 2000 hours of dive profiles in
easy-to-access flash memory and with more sampling options than the Sensus Pro,
higher resolution in both depth and temperature, as well as on-board storage of
personal information such as medical history, certifications, DAN number, etc.
It is also password protected.
 Stuart
Cove’s Dive Bahamas
Since 1978 Stuart Cove’s has been exploring the reefs, wrecks, and coral walls
of Nassau. During this time we have discovered the best of what Nassau has to
offer. So whether you are visiting us for the first time or returning for the
100th time, we always try to have something new and unique to amaze and thrill
you. We are pleased to support the Underwater Images Competition with a 3
two-tank, one shark dive package for two.
Best Western Crystal River Resort
Best Western Crystal River Resort is pleased to donate two nights guest
accommodations in Crystal River, Florida to the Underwater Images Competition.
www.crystalriverresort.com
Cathy Church Photography
www.cathychurch.com
Exploration Design
Exploration Design is pleased to donate a $125 gift certificate good toward the
purchase of any of our custom jewelry.
www.explorationdesign2.com
Gates Underwater Products
Gates Underwater Products, home of the worlds most reliable underwater housings,
is pleased to support the Underwater Images Competition with various Gates’
paraphernalia. For over 34 years Gates Underwater Products has produced the
world's most reliable underwater housings. Using 'bulletproof" machined
aluminum, 100% mechanical controls, time-proven design methods, and state of the
art manufacturing, Gates housings are built to satisfy the most demanding
recreational divers, imaging professionals, marine researchers, salvage
operators and military personnel.
www.gateshousings.com
Living Sea Images
Living Sea Images is pleased to donate two one-dozen packages of note cards. Our
Note Cards are each hand constructed by mounting a photographic print on card
stock. All our cards are 5 x 7 inches, blank inside, and each comes with an
envelope. We use card stock made of recycled paper and hemp fibers, totally tree
free; our envelopes are at least 50% recycled fiber content. A portion of the
proceeds from sale of these cards will be donated to organizations working to
conserve the marine environment s where the photos were taken.
www.livingseaimages.com
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet Pisces books are the leading dive travel guides, with more than 40
full-color titles to top diving and snorkeling destinations worldwide. Practical
information and inspiring photography make these the diving essentials no diver
can do without.
www.lonelyplanet.com
New World Publications
There’s no better way to identify marine creatures than to use our sets of
identification books. We will be supporting the Underwater Images Competition
with a complete Reef Set.
www.fishid.com
Ultralight Control Systems
Ultralight is pleased to donate a $100 gift certificate towards any of their
wonderful products which can be redeemed directly through Ultralight Control
Systems and not a dealer.
www.ulcs.com
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