Advantages: Cheaper than throwaways - and it goes deeper
Disadvantages: Rangefinding! Needs a strobe

...The Sea & Sea Motormarine II EX (also known as the Seamaster Pro) is a fairly simple underwater rangefinder camera. It is depth rated to 45m, has a maximum shutter speed of 1/125 and uses 35mm film (DX coded). It has a built in flash - which I have to say is of no use underwater (the flash is so close to the axis of the lens that it illuminates any suspended debris in the water, causing a snowstorm look...). However, it is useful on land & around pools (the ultimate party-proof camera?). I bought mine about 6 months ago to take to the Carribean for some snorkelling & diving, and found it excellent. The quality of some of the shots really astonished me - as a novice user, I didn't expect to get anything like the number of good shots (IMO) that I did. Trying to judge distances underwater is tricky at best, so I tended to work... Read review

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Advantages: Amazing pictures
Disadvantages: Heavy when above water

...I visited Australia as my brother lives over there a few years ago and he was lucky enough to book me a place to go scuba diving. I have always had such a desire to go and see the Coral Reef and all the life forms that you can't even imagine unless you have seen pictures in magazings. You couldn't believe my excitement when I was actually told that I was able to do this! I do not own this camera but was given the loan of it for my adventures to the bottom of the sea. As all of you will most likely know, you can't just take an ordinary camera on a journey like the one I was about to experience and with some of the cheap cameras around, you cannot always guarantee quality pictures. The features of this camera included: Built-in 35mm amphibious lens Unique built-in close-up lens that focuses down to 18 inches Automatic film load... Read review

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Advantages: light,reliable,roubust,strong,rust-proof,well enigeneered,cheap,easy use
Disadvantages: new ones seem to be lighter,an not gressed properly

...I have been fishing for many years,all types of fishing course,game,sea an have found that every Okuma sea reel i've bought has lasted the test of time. It has failed now,an has been replaced with a pro dap 65 an epix ep 80 both very affordable an very reliable. These reels seem to last forever. I'm not sure if okuma makes other tackle,i heard they do float but have not seen them in england. So if your listing okuma well done i rate you 5 stars for ease of use,durability ,anvalue for money ,if i find another reel thats lasted 20 years as a first sea reel ,i'll eat this report. The only thing wrong with reels noweer days is the weight,to heavy. if your using it all day,that makes all the difference,well done again... Read review

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Advantages: An unusual experience, good for the skin
Disadvantages: A long walk, the salty water may sting after a while

...~Summary~ The Dead Sea, this was the main reason for my trip to Israel. The healing properties of the waters may be overstated, but you can't go to Israel and not experience mudpacks and swimming in the salty water. The resorts are well equipped with showers, lockers, toilets, restaurant and products to take back home. The actual Dead Sea waters are receding so it is a long walk to the water edge, but there is a land train if you have trouble walking far. The waters are a bit stingy on the skin so I would advise caution if you have sensitive skin. ~Introduction~ The Dead Sea is in Israel and is shared with Jordan. The Dead Sea is renowned for its revitalising properties and products from the Dead Sea area include mud masks, bath salts and other bathing items. The Dead Sea is also below sea level in a valley and has very high salt... Read review

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...this is the first poem i ever did and i wanted to share it and see if others could relate to what i was trying to say. Standing and staring at the deep blue sea, Thinking how clear it is to see Closing her eyes she try’s To look into her heart To see her own blue sea Seeing it within she sees how deep and dark, it flows Standing and staring at her own hearts sea Seeing the pain and misery Hoping that one day it will flow clear as the deep blue sea. i would love to hear peoples thoughts on this and if you could relate to what it was that i was thinking at the time i wrote it. I did actually write this standing by the sea in Blackpool.... Read review

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Advantages: Don't miss it.
Disadvantages: None

...Near Paphos, I also visited the Ancient Roman theater. It is similar to the one in Verona (Italy) but this one is smaller. The beauty about this structure is that it is built in a semi circle manner with a small platform or flat area in the centre of the semi circle, where you can stand and speak and everyone will be able to hear you. It is un believable. This structure sits high on the hill side over looking a flat plane of land with the sea clearly visible not too far away. It is a beautiful setting, especially if you are with someone who likes a similar atmosphere. After visiting this ancient site, i went down the plains to the sea. The sea in this region of Cyprus faces the African continent and is rough. It is not advisable to go swimming in these parts but sitting by the sea with the strong sea-breeze splashing salt water on you... Read review

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Advantages: Sitt and chill out
Disadvantages: Dont get water in your eyes it hurts

...I visited the dead sea about 10 years ago now and still remember it very well. We visited for an afternoon on a trip from Jerusalem. The drive was breathtaking through the desert and beduin camps, and down to the dead sea. The temperature was scorching hot between 35-40c and quite humid near the sea. It ws amazing to get in and sit in the sea and fload without worrying about swimming, all pools on holiday should be like this. I sat and read the paper just for a clasic photo. Claims are also made about the mud of the dead sea containing healling properties well i believe as our mud fight cured my heat rash. Only thing is dead sea is on isralels border and you have to put up with guard towers and the odd soldier. I recomend anyone go to israel but maybe hold off for a few years until it settles down. Well worth the wait... Read review

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Disadvantages: -

...What are Sea Monkeys ************************** Sea Monkeys are weird little beasts. They are a hybrid variety of brine shrimp (Their correct Latin name is ''Artemia nyos''"after the New York Ocean Science Laboratories where the hybrid Sea-Monkeys were developed.") Brine Shrimp for many years were harvested either live or as eggs to be sold in pet shops as fish food. After some cross breeding, Sea Monkeys, a variety of brine shrimp specially bred to live longer and be bigger than other varieties, were created. Sea Monkeys appeal has always been in their unusual life cycle .By a rare process called ''Cryptobiosis'' (meaning hidden life') they are able to exist in latent suspended animation inside their miniscule eggs for indefinite amounts of time. Starting a Tank ****************** When you buy a sea monkey kit, there are three... Read review

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Advantages: Clean, friendly, good climate, loads to do
Disadvantages: You can spend loads if you are not careful

...with some superb sea fishing on offer. Perhaps Golf is your cup of tea. Florida offers some of the best courses in the states, the main reason (as well as the climate) that so many pro's are based there. Surfing or sailing might be what you enjoy, so a trip to the nearby Daytona Beach area and a visit to Ron Jons Surf shop is definetly a must. There are all sorts of accomodation available, from really upmarket hotels (even inside some of the Theme parks, to time share, motels, villas for self catering accomodation with pools etc. Orlando offers the independent traveller the opportunity to be as flexible as they wish. You can book fly drive packages which enable you to pick up the hire car at the airport and all you need to do in advance is book your first nights stay. It is a really friendly place, the service and price... Read review

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Advantages: Value for money, variety, theme parks, climate
Disadvantages: Weather (hurricane season), busy

...Florida. It can be the holiday you want. You just need to decide what you want. Orlando is the theme park capital of the world. Firstly thereare the Disney parks, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Blizzard Beach, Animal Kingdom,Typhoon Lagoon, River Country etc. You can spend at least a day at each park, two or three at the bigger ones. Secondly there are the two Universal theme parks, these require at least a day, ideally two days and are in my opinion the best theme parks if you like thrilling rides, loads of water parks, Sea World and other attractions etc., Enough to fill a three week holiday without visiting Universal or Disney. If you fancy a beach holiday then the Florida Keys offers some superb facilities with a superb climate and scenery. If you fancy a fishing holiday the keys is also the place to go with some superb sea fishing... Read review

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