Author Archives: Adreon

5 Reasons Oktoberfest In Munich Should Be on Your Bucket List (Beyond the Beer)

Couple experiencing Oktoberfest atmosphere in Germany

Sure, Oktoberfest is famous for its massive beer steins — but that’s only the beginning. Each fall, Munich becomes a whirlwind of music, parades, costumes, aromas, and centuries-old traditions that turn the city into one of the most joyful places on Earth. From culture and cuisine to history and pure fun, Oktoberfest is a bucket-list […]

Scuba Dive the Philippines: Anda & Moalboal Trip Preview

We just got back from the Philippines, where we visited the destinations for our upcoming January 2027 trips—and we’re even more excited about this one than we expected. Short version? This trip is going to be really, really good. There’s something incredibly fun about this style of diving. It’s not about rushing—it’s about exploring and […]

Fiji Was Fabulous! Our Fiji Scuba Diving Trip Report

Some trips are memorable. Some trips are meaningful. And then there are trips like Fiji — the kind that reminds us why we travel, why we dive, and why community is at the heart of everything we do. 23 divers from all across the U.S. came together for two unforgettable weeks of warm water, calm […]

Our 2025 Year in Review

This year took us across the globe — sometimes for scouting, sometimes to lead trips, and sometimes both.

Solomon Islands Review Diving One of the Most Remote Corners of the Coral Triangle

scuba diving the Leru Cut in the Solomon Islands

To wrap up our last trip of the year, GAS Divers were invited to explore one of the most remote dive destinations on the planet: the Solomon Islands — and it more than lived up to the hype. Coming straight from the DEMA Scuba Conference in Orlando, we (Adreon) flew halfway around the world to […]

Oktoberfest vs. Carnaval: Two Bucket-List Festivals, Worlds Apart

If you love travel, culture, and celebration, few experiences compare to Oktoberfest in Munich and Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. We’ve been to both, and trust us—each is unforgettable in its own way. Both are world-famous, both are once-in-a-lifetime parties, and both are on our travel calendar. But the similarities stop there—Oktoberfest and Carnaval couldn’t […]

Diving in St. Lucia: Trip Preview + What to Expect

When it comes to Caribbean beauty, St. Lucia delivers on every front — lush mountains, vibrant reefs, and sunsets that stop you in your tracks. Our recent scouting trip confirmed it: this island is truly something special. The views of the Pitons are absolutely spectacular, the reef life is full of color and texture, and […]

Diving, Laughter, and Island Vibes — Our Roatan Adventure Recap

What makes our trips special isn’t just the destination — it’s the people. This Roatan group brought the energy, laughter, and good vibes every single day. From sunrise coffee to boat conversations, the camaraderie made every moment better. Huge thanks to everyone who joined us — you made this trip unforgettable. Between the dives, adventures, […]