PADI, the world’s largest diver training organisation, has announced its ‘Countdown to 20 Million’ campaign, which will award a trip to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef to the diver who receives the 20 millionth PADI scuba certification.
“It is incredible to see what started as an idea by Ralph Erickson and John Cronin nearly 45 years ago, has grown into ‘the way the world learns to dive,'” said Brian Cronin, Chief Executive Officer for PADI Worldwide. “The fact that PADI is nearing its 20 millionth certification is a testament to the power and wisdom of their vision, as well as the talent and dedication of PADI Instructors across the globe. We are proud that this organisation has been able to introduce people to new life changing experiences through diving, and we look forward to the next 20 million.”
The diver to receive PADI’s 20 millionth certification will win an all-expenses paid trip for two to the Great Barrier Reef courtesy of Tourism Queensland. The trip also includes a three-day, three-night liveaboard adventure to dive sites such as Cod Hole and the Ribbon Reefs. In addition, the PADI Instructor to issue the 20 millionth diver certification and the affiliated dive centre or resort will each receive a trip to Australia.
A ‘Countdown to 20 Million Certifications’ counter has been launched on the PADI website that provides daily updates as the organisation approaches the landmark achievement, which they expect to reach by late September. The promotion applies to both new and experienced divers who obtain any level of scuba certification at one of the more than 6,000 PADI dive centres or resorts worldwide.
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