Five Star Gift Ideas

Finding a gift for your son who is passionate about scuba diving and underwater photography is a wonderful opportunity to support his hobbies and enhance his experiences. Here are a few meaningful and personalized gift ideas that can make his Christmas extra special:

1. GoPro Camera: A GoPro camera is an excellent gift for anyone interested in underwater photography. Its compact size and durability make it perfect for capturing moments beneath the waves. Consider gifting your son a waterproof housing and various accessories such as mounting kits or filters that would enhance his photography.

2. Dive Computer: A dive computer is a crucial tool for scuba divers as it measures dive times, depths, and displays important details for a safe diving experience. Look for a dive computer that offers additional features like logging dives and integrating with smartphone apps for data analysis. Your son will appreciate having a reliable and technologically advanced dive computer to accompany him on his underwater adventures.

3. Underwater Lighting: Good lighting plays a vital role in capturing stunning underwater photographs. Consider gifting your son a set of high-quality underwater strobe lights or LED video lights to illuminate the underwater world. These lights will enhance the vibrant colors and clarity in his photographs, contributing to a more professional and visually captivating collection.

4. Dive Trip or Liveaboard Experience: For an unforgettable gift, consider planning a diving trip or booking a liveaboard experience for your son. This will give him the opportunity to explore new diving destinations and photograph diverse marine life. Research destinations known for their striking underwater landscapes, such as the Great Barrier Reef in Australia or Palau in Micronesia. Alternatively, book a liveaboard experience where he can dive multiple times a day and immerse himself completely in the underwater world.

5. Subscription to a Scuba Diving Magazine: A subscription to a scuba diving magazine will provide your son with a monthly dose of inspiration and knowledge. It will keep him up to date with the latest diving trends, photography techniques, dive destinations, and gear reviews. Choose a magazine that focuses not only on diving but also on underwater photography, such as "Scuba Diving" or "Underwater Photography Magazine."

6. Underwater Housing for Phone: If your son enjoys snorkeling or free diving as well, consider gifting him an underwater housing specifically designed for his smartphone. These housings are designed to keep smartphones waterproof while allowing easy access to camera functions. This gift will enable him to capture underwater photos during his non-diving adventures.

Remember, the most important aspect of any gift is the thought and love behind it. Taking your son's passions and interests into account demonstrates how well you know and support him in pursuing his hobbies.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”