James Bagley

Years with Explorer Ventures: Since 2022 (“Spot the Newbie!”)
Living place: Phuket, Thailand.
Business/Experience/Education backgrounds: Originally an Accountant/Financial Analyst. Gave it all up and travelled the world for a year when I found diving. Have worked in the industry as an instructor, equipment importer/provider and lately in the dive travel industry ever since.
Years Diving (or a bit of his passion for the ocean): “I first learnt to dive in Hurghada, Egypt in 2003. Then travelled and dived in many destinations around the world as my passion grew. Even in New Zealand, that was cool in more ways than one.”
Favourite place to travel/dive: “Tubbataha in The Philippines. The corals are absolutely pristine and well protected by the marine park. I also love Indonesia, frog fish soup.”
Something unique or little known about him: “I lost my home and everything I owned in Thailand in the Tsunami. I flew home with quite literally the shirt on my back. I was back the following year though. Won’t be beaten.”
Favorite quote: “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” and “Why shelter from the storm when you can dance in the rain?”