Things You Never Knew: 8 Facts about Dugongs
Dugongs feature highly on many divers’ bucket lists and are a marine mammal many of us want to see. We are extremely fortunate to spot them here in North Sulawesi but did you know that they are behind the myths
Another Martini? Avoid Nitrogen Narcosis while Scuba Diving
Have you heard of nitrogen narcosis? Do you know what it is? What are the symptoms? What are the effects? What are contributing factors? How do you avoid it and how do you handle it? What is Nitrogen Narcosis? Also known as
8 Tips For Improving Your Underwater Photography
Here in North Sulawesi we are extremely fortunate to have stunning reefs and incredible marine life – it’s the perfect location for underwater photography. Whether you are shooting with a compact camera or a large DSLR set up, there are
Snorkeling Holidays in North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Are you planning your next snorkeling holiday? Have you heard about Indonesia’s phenomenal reefs and exotic marine life? Are you trying to decide which area to visit? Come to Murex Resorts, where your ultimate snorkeling holiday awaits! Immerse yourself in the
Forget Traditional Pink
BLUE is for Boys and YELLOW is for Girls….. No, we are not talking about this year’s fashionable wetsuit or fin colors – we are talking about Ribbon Eels! How many times have you heard divers coming back from dives talking about
Symbiosis: Marine Matchmaking in North Sulawesi
Symbiosis is a system that has been in place on Earth among various species for millennia and nowhere is it more apparent than in the ocean and on coral reefs. Here are some of our favorite symbiotic match-made marine species
7 Underwater Photography Tips for Instantly Improving Your Images
Do you enjoy underwater photography but feel that the quality of your images is not where you would like it to be? Are you just getting started and want your learning curve to be as steep as possible? To help
The Importance of White Balance and Underwater Photography
Most of us have heard the term "white balance" but do you know what it is and how it affects your underwater photography? White balance, more importantly, having the correct white balance, is an essential element of capturing great underwater
The Sulawesi Bear Cuscus at Murex Bangka Resort
Did you know that at Murex Bangka Resort we have been having sightings of the Sulawesi Bear Cuscus (Ailurops ursinus) in the trees near the dive and snorkeling center? In fact, in one day we spotted FOUR cuscuses together in