Gift Inspiration from our Dive Team

If you're not sure where to start finding the perfect gift for the diver in your life, take it from our staff of divers who eat, sleep, and breathe everything underwater. Introducing our team of scuba divers and what is on their holiday wish-list this year for a tried and tested gift pick.

Meet Devin, PADI Scuba Instructor & Scuba.com Trip Leader

Devin's Top Pick: The Seac Sling Strap Style Fins and I’m genuinely impressed with how easy and comfortable they make every dive. The sling straps are a game-changer — slipping them on and off is effortless, even from the back of a boat or in choppy water. They feel secure without digging into my heels, and the fins themselves give me a strong, controlled kick with very little effort. I love that I can move efficiently through the water without feeling like my legs are doing all the work. These fins have definitely become one of my go-to pieces of gear because they’re comfortable, reliable, and make every dive smoother from start to finish.

About Devin: Devin started diving at age 11 in the Puget Sound and since then she has extensively experienced the warmer waters of the Caribbean, Central and South America and the South Pacific. Her most memorable dives being in Fiji, the great blue hole in Belize and the waters of the Galapagos Islands, You can find Devin, leading our Scuba.com dive trips around the world!

Devin's Holiday Picks

Meet Raul, PADI IDC Staff Instructor & Scuba.com Trip Leader

Raul's Top Pick: The Scubapro Hydros Pro is the best BCD I've tried in my diving career. It's back inflation and excellent streamline design allows for easy movement/swimming underwater. Plenty of D-rings to bring different accessories, and the Gel harness makes the drying very easy and perfect for traveling.

About Raul: Raul started diving in 1995 and quickly fell in love with the world underwater. He wanted to share with as many people as he could and In 1997 he became a Dive Master and Instructor. In 2013 Raul started his own scuba training operation in NY. Raul is also an advocate for ocean conservation, spreading awareness to his students about protecting our oceans and reefs for future generations of divers.

Raul's Holiday Picks

Meet Mary, Director of Sales & Retail

Mary's Top Pick: Perfect for every diver, the Cressi Z2 Mask easily fits most face shapes. It's complete with a yellow lens to improve color contrast at depth, plus made from extra soft hypoallergenic silicone for a comfortable fit everytime.

About Mary: Mary's passion for the ocean began with an interest in sharks as a young child. In 2011, she became a certified scuba diver in the Galapagos Islands, and in 2020 she joined the Scuba.com NYC team. She is currently the Director of Sales & Retail operations.

Mary's Holiday Picks

Meet Ian, Scuba Sales Team

Ian's Top Pick: The FORM Smart Swim 2 Goggles honestly blew me away. They’re like having a personal coach right in your goggles. You get real-time feedback on your pace, distance, heart rate, and more, all displayed clearly while you’re swimming. No more guessing how your training’s going because everything’s right there in your line of sight.

About Ian: Ian is from Los Angeles CA and was raised next to the ocean his entire life. He is a diver, surfer, swimmer, and casual beach-goer. He first became PADI open-water certified when he was 13 years old in Key Largo, FL. Since then, he's been on numerous dive trips around the world including Belize, the Dominican Republic, Catalina Island, and Lake Hydra. Diving in the Silfra Fissure in Iceland is next on his list. He currently holds an Advanced Open Water Certification and is working to eventually become a Dive Master. In addition to his aquatic hobbies, he also loves sports, performing arts, and dogs. Ian loves working for scuba.com!

Ian's Holiday Picks

Meet Sal, Filmmaker, Photographer, and Content Creator

Sal's Top Pick: As a seasoned photographer, I can confidently say that the Insta360 X4 360 Dive Bundle with Selfie Stick is a game-changer for capturing underwater adventures. This compact yet powerful camera shoots stunning 8K 360° video and 72MP photos, ensuring every dive is documented in exceptional detail. Its waterproof dive case allows for depths up to 164 feet, making it ideal for various diving conditions.

About Sal: Salvatore D'Alia is a filmmaker, photographer, and content creator with a passion for the underwater world. Originally from Italy and now based in NYC, Sal has spent over a decade creating high-impact visual content for brands like Sony, Nike, and Food Network, and artists including Madonna and Ed Sheeran. A Sony Alpha ambassador and founding member of the Alpha Collective, his work has reached over a billion views on YouTube. In just a few years of diving, Sal has captured underwater content in top destinations like Belize and Bonaire—bringing his storytelling skills beneath the surface to share the beauty of the ocean with a global audience."

Sal's Holiday Picks

Meet Miguel, Lead Scuba Technician & Divemaster

Miguel's Top Pick: When I'm underwater, I need gear I can trust, and the Suunto Ocean+ Wrist Computer with Tank Pod Transmitter is my go-to this season. This computer gives me everything I need right on my wrist—clear dive data, customizable displays, and real-time tank pressure updates. It’s rugged, reliable, and loaded with features that make every dive safer and more seamless. For any diver looking to elevate their underwater experience, this is the ultimate gift.

About Miguel: With over a decade of diving experience, Miguel is a Divemaster who brings passion and expertise to every dive. Having completed all his training in the cool waters of Southern California, Miguel has developed a deep connection to the ocean and its kelp forests. As the Lead Scuba Technician, Miguel combines his technical skills and love for the sport by meticulously maintaining and repairing dive gear to ensure peak performance and safety. Whether he's guiding divers beneath the waves or fine-tuning equipment on land, Miguel's dedication to excellence shines through.