The Wicked TeamPaul Landgraver – The man behind the curtain. Ever seen the Wizard of Oz? That’s Paul! The founder and glue to the seams of Wicked, Paul keeps everyone sane and is the mastermind behind all things Web! Also the resident Dive Medic Technician, Paul keeps us all on our toes with regards to safety and first aid. With a passion for safety and computers, you’ll see our resident dive medic always tinkering with people or the website.
He also likes to explore the area around Khao Lak in low season so if you are interested in hidden beaches or secret temples in caves, he is your man in the know.
Oh, and he is mad about Nudibranchs! And apparently there are other people like him on this planet. So if you have a cool picture of a rare nudibranch to show, you’ll find in him a friend for life.
QUALIFICATIONS: SSI Dive Control Specialist Instructor, PADI Staff Instructor, DAN and EFR Instructor Trainer, Dive Medic Technician, Red Cross Instructor
Where are you from?
California, USA
What languages do you speak?
English, American and crappy Spanish
How long have you been diving?
Since 2000
What got you started?
To get over my fear of deep water. It worked.
Where did you do your Open Water course? Who was your instructor?
I did my course on Utila, Honduras and my Instructor was Phil who was the main manager at Phoenix Divers Koh Tao for several years.
Why the Similan Islands and Khao Lak? What brought you here?
Great diving, relaxed lifestyle, great diving, family atmosphere.
What’s your favourite divesite in the Similans? Why?
Bon Soong – little stuff!
Favourite fish?
Manta Rays – so “alien” looking, graceful
Favourite music at the moment?
Billie holiday
Hammock or Lounge Chair? Why?
Hammock – it’s a way of life
Favourite food?
Mama’s Panang curry
Item or equipment you must have on every dive? Lucky charm maybe?
Air
Most memorable dive trip?
Night dive with whale sharks
Other interests, activities, hobbies or addictions?
Freya, Mexican food, travel
