The freighter „Hildur“, the barge „Fiona“ and one Fishing boat now new dive sites!

Ft. Lauderdale, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/10/2007 -- Project developer Peter de Savary and his "Port Louis" Team cleaned out Lagoon bay at St. George's from abandoned ship wrecks and placed them under water as new dive attractions.

The biggest of the ships is the freighter "Hildur" whose owner used it to ship scrap metal to Trinidad for recycling. During a stormy day a barge anchored next to the freighter sank right on top of the freighters anchor chain, causing it to capsize. Unfortunately there was no heavy lifting equipment available, so the half sunken wrecks were an eyesore for almost 10 years.

Now with the "Port Louis" project well underway, the clean up was necessary to make room for new docks and marina facilities and to restore the lagoon area to its former beauty. It took a few days to first lift the barge and one fishing vessel which had sunk in hurricane Ivan and than to pump out the "Hildur". After the team got her afloat, several boats towed her to the new destination, which was chosen by local dive operators.

Almost as big as the Shakem", the "Hildur is 60 m long and rests now in 36 m on a sandy bottom. A few fin kicks bring the diver to the wall of Grand Mal. Already at the first dives, barracudas and bar jacks as well as spade fishes were sighted around the wreck. The nutritious rich waters of Grenada soon will make it an artificial reef, overgrown with corals, tunicates and sponges. Right now a diver can explore it in its blank virgin state, even a few old freight documents were found inside the bridge; telling of cargo for Dominica consisting of stationary, testing equipment and bituminious roofing rolls.

The barge "Fiona" and the fishing vessel were sunk right in front of famous Grand Anse Beach. Resting in a comfortable depth of 18 m, they are ideal for wreck specialty courses. The fishing vessel after being underwater for almost 3 years is already nicely overgrown with marine life and creatures such spiny lobster and spider crab have claimed it as new habitat. A large group of Caribbean squid hovers over the sight and a barracuda patrols the area.

To explore all these new and old wrecks – Grenada now has a portfolio of 14 wrecks – Aquanauts offers special wreck weeks in September and October.

For bookings contact:
http://www.aquanautsgrenada.com/special.htm
Toll free USA & Canada: 800-513-5257
aquanautsgrenada@mindspring.com

On-island Contact:
Gerlinde Seupel
Aquanauts Grenada
Tel: (473) 444-1126
Fax (473) 444-1127
gerlinde@aquanautsgrenada.com

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Fort Lauderdale, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/28/2006 -- Today, 45 years later it lures wreck enthusiasts from all over the world to Grenada's shores to have a glimpse into history and enjoy one of the largest wrecks within recreational dive limits becoming an artificial reef. There are many events planned to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the cruise liners sinking. Check with your travel agents for comprehensive packages.

"Bianca C" – Grenada's signature wreck dive; sank 45 years ago.

Grenada, October 22nd 2006: In the early morning hours of this day 45 years ago in 1961 an explosion in the cruise liners engine room shattered the stillness of the early hours. 750 sleeping passengers and crew members plus many of the residents of St. George's were startled awake and roused from their beds as the luxury liner turned into a raging inferno. The fisherman of St. George's rushed to their boats to rescue people from the stricken ship. Amazingly not one passenger was lost; only two engine room crew were listed as fatalities. Grenadians opened up their homes for the passengers and crew, accommodated them and tended to their injuries in an outstanding display of goodwill.

After two days the British frigate "Londonderry" arrived at the scene and extinguished the fire. The frigate's crew severed the cruise liners anchor lines and with almost all of Grenada looking on from the hillsides, the great cruise liner went on its last voyage. It did not get far; still trailing fire, listing heavily to the side, the towline parted and the great ship went down to Poseidon's refuge.

It is not just another wreck - the story of its sinking, the history of its construction – it was scuttled by Germans while still being built – the dramatic rescue of its passengers, and not the least its enormous size dubbed it quickly as "The Titanic of the Caribbean".

Today, 45 years later it lures wreck enthusiasts from all over the world to Grenada's shores to have a glimpse into history and enjoy one of the largest wrecks within recreational dive limits becoming an artificial reef. Covered by countless black deep see fans and corals it is indeed one of the most beautiful reefs around Grenada. Almost anything can be seen roaming over the now collapsed decks of the "Bianca C" – from small crustaceans to the big five – sharks, turtles, rays, barracudas and jacks. Sometimes strong currents and the depth of 120 plus feet recommend it for advanced and experienced divers only.

There are many events planned to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the cruise liners sinking. Check with your travel agents for comprehensive packages.

Packages start with 920,-- US$, to find out more contact aquanautsgrenada@mindspring.com or call toll free: 888-446-9235.

For more information on this and other dive sites around Grenada please visit our web page: www.aquanautsgrenada.com

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Fort Lauderdale, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/24/2006 -- St. George's Grenada -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/24/2006 -- Aquanauts Grenada has become the first Beautiful Oceans Science Dive & Snorkel Centre. "Aquanauts has a strong international reputation for professionalism and environmental awareness and is the perfect location to begin our program of coral reef biology courses for divers and snorkelers," says Stephan Becker, President of Beautiful Oceans. The coral reefs in Grenada teem with life, including many of the Caribbean's most interesting species, like turtles, nurse sharks and octopuses. Situated on the picturesque south coast of Grenada, Aquanauts is a relaxing cruise from over 40 outstanding dive sites. "We have dived many of the most popular sites in Grenada over the past month and everything we have seen confirms Grenada is an ideal location to take a Beautiful Oceans course," says Ian Popple, VP Marine Science and Education.

Four of Aquanauts' most experienced instructors are certified to teach Beautiful Oceans courses. "Coral reef biology courses for snorkelers and divers are now available at Aquanauts and we look forward to welcoming guests to our tropical paradise," says Aquanauts owner Peter Seupel. Aquanauts is now a certified Science Instructor Development Center—the first in the Caribbean. Paul Ward, a dive professional with a decade of teaching experience—qualified as the region's first Beautiful Oceans Science Instructor Trainer last month.

The establishment of Science Instructor Development Centers and Science Instructor Trainers is a major step in the continued expansion of Beautiful Oceans' coral reef biology courses for divers and snorkelers. Aquanauts is now well-positioned to facilitate the training of instructors in both Grenada and the neighboring islands, so that they too will be able to offer coral reef biology courses to their clients. "Beautiful Oceans' instructor Training Program was both challenging and highly rewarding," says Paul Ward, who began his duties as a Science Instructor Trainer by certifying three Beautiful Oceans Science Instructors at Aquanauts in the first week of February. "Beautiful Oceans courses provide both divers and snorkelers with great insight into the coral reef ecosystem; I'm delighted to be in a position to spread this new experience to the largest possible number of recreational scuba divers and snorkelers."

For more information visit: http://www.aquanautsrenada.com and http://www.beautifuloceans.com or email: aquanauts@spiceisle.com or media@beautifuloceans.com for US reservations call 1-888-446-9235

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