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Welcome to Diaries of a Waterwoman : Gabriella's Ocean Chronicles! Dive into my world of ocean exploration, marine conservation, and exciting underwater adventures. From spearfishing in tropical waters to discovering unique seashells, I share my passion for the ocean and the incredible experiences it offers. Join me as I explore the beauty beneath the waves, advocate for a cleaner, healthier planet, and celebrate the wonders of marine life. Let's embark on this journey together and make waves for a better future! 🌊🐠🪸

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Hülya Swim - Cleaning the Ocean One Bikini at a Time™️

Gabriella Gerbasi March 19, 2021
“Protecting the reefs we love to dive, the beaches we love to roam, and the oceans we love to explore. We are cleaning the ocean one bikini at a time™.”
— Hülya Swim
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I wanted to share one of my favorite swimsuit brands I recently discovered last summer after I met Hannah while on a sailing trip on Boom Sharkalaka in the Bahamas.

Hülya Swim not only makes bikinis that look amazing, they are also focused on the greater good of the planet. All the fabric feels great and the fit makes you look like a total beach babe. But what really stood out the most for me is that Hülya bikinis are all made from recycled ocean debris.

Bonus: the company is also a proud 1% for the Planet partner and partner with organizations like The Coral Restoration Foundation™️. 

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Hülya Swim was founded by Christina Firestone and Hannah Patten and serves as a portal for a new, innovative and eco-friendly swimwear brand, which uses a high tech recycled fabric made out of recycled ghost nets and other ocean debris.

In case you were wondering what Hülya means, Hülya is Turkish for daydream as the founders dreams of a cleaner ocean.

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Use code ''gabg'' for a discount on your next order.

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Lately, I’ve been dreaming about home decor—not just any home, but one that feels like an extension of the ocean itself. Think Ariel’s grotto, but instead of hidden treasures, it’s a curated collection of shells, corals, driftwood, and little trophies gathered from my life by the sea.

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There’s something sacred about walking barefoot along the shoreline, eyes scanning the tide line for tiny treasures. What started as a simple love for shells has quietly become one of the most meaningful rituals in my life — not just a search for beauty, but a lesson in how to live slower, softer, and more present.

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Conch Anatomy 101 : What I Learned in the Bahamas 🐚🇧🇸
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If you’ve ever walked the shores of the Bahamas and picked up a conch shell, you’ve held more than just a beautiful ocean souvenir—you’ve held a spiral-shaped story of island life, local tradition, and some fascinating marine biology.

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World Sea Turtle Day - Honoring Our Ancient Ocean Friends
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Every June 16th, we celebrate World Sea Turtle Day—a special day to raise awareness and appreciation for one of the ocean’s oldest and most remarkable creatures. Sea turtles have roamed the seas for over 100 million years, surviving natural predators, climate shifts, and geological changes. But today, these ancient mariners face unprecedented threats from human activity.

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Happy World Oceans Day - A Love Letter to the Sea 🌊
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Just tried the @oceanfoam rollers and I’m officially hooked! 🌿🌊💪 As someone committed to sustainability, I love that these innovative foam products are made with algae and recycled materials. Not only are they functional and sleek, but they also align with my values of supporting eco-conscious brands.

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Spring Clean for the Sea – Beach Clean-Up with Neritic Diving in Pompano Beach
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There’s nothing like giving back to the ocean that gives us so much. This past weekend, I joined Neritic Diving and an amazing group of divers, spearos, and ocean lovers in Pompano Beach for our Spring Clean for the Sea event. We gathered for a full day of beach cleanup, removing plastic, debris, and marine litter left behind after Spring Break.

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