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NOW ... check out the blog below! Still getting ready for snorkeling Maui!We're leaving next Sunday and I am getting soooo excited to go back to where it first began. 8-) I was reading some other comments about Maui and wanted Permalink -- click for full blog post "Still getting ready for snorkeling Maui!" Live Underwater Webcam In Bonaire!We are headed to Bonaire pretty soon and came across a post on Twitter about this underwater webcam in Bonaire. It is pretty fun to watch. When I was watching it some divers swam up and did some maintence on the camera. You can see a variety of fish cruise by. Select the quickest refresh rate option (lower left). They also have another underwater camera at the Dolphin Academy in Curacao ("More Views" in upper left). You can watch dolphins and a lots of different fish cruise by that one. Very fun. It is kind of addicting, waiting to see what shows up. Moorea - World's Best SnorkelingWe actually googled world's best snorkeling while researching a place to go for our 20th anniversary (2005). Avid snorkelers, we no longer bother to take Permalink -- click for full blog post "Moorea - World's Best Snorkeling" Snorkeling Curacao - Caracasbaai's Hidden TreasureWe live a short walk from Caracasbaai Beach, where the famous tugboat is located. We've snorkeled there many days and love it a lot, but just a short Permalink -- click for full blog post "Snorkeling Curacao - Caracasbaai's Hidden Treasure" Katie Spotz in sat-phone interview - only 500 miles away from South AmericaIf you saw my earlier post you know about the amazing Katie Spotz who is currently rowing by herself across the Atlantic ocean and takes breaks to go snorkeling. Well, she is only 500 miles away from her goal and will likely land in South America within a week. Listen to her during an interview by sat-phone two months into her trip at the link below. Backscatter's Best Underwater Point & Shoot Cameras 2010Backscatter.com just released their picks for the best underwater point and shoot cameras for 2010. Although their picks are more focused on cameras for divers, it was nice to see that they selected three of the same cameras that I have in my 2010 Best Snorkeling Cameras Buying Guide, the Olympus FE360 (the refurbished option for it's amazing price), the Canon SD940IS, and the Canon S90. Their selection criterion is interesting to read through. In particular I like their attention to the highlight warning feature available on the Sd940 and the Canon S90. In my selection I have much less focus on the ability to add accessory lenses and flashes because I do not feel they are as necessary for a snorkeler's camera setup. New Pentax W90 Snorkeling Camera With LED Macro LightsPentax has released their 11th generation waterproof digital camera, the Pentax W90. It is waterproof to 20 feet and has a unique new set of LED lights around the lens for lighting up macro shots. It also comes with a handy carabiner strap. I provide a list of every current waterproof digital camera at the link. Permalink -- click for full blog post "New Pentax W90 Snorkeling Camera With LED Macro Lights" Wonderful North Shore Kauai SnorkelingGoing back for my third trip snorkeling Kauai. The North Shore is wonderful, you don't have to go to far out for great snorkeling just be careful, the Permalink -- click for full blog post "Wonderful North Shore Kauai Snorkeling" Stop My Snorkel Mask From Fogging?I'm headed back to Maui and can't wait. We're staying at Napili Bay so if you have any good advice...my first experience was at Kapalua Bay so my husband Permalink -- click for full blog post "Stop My Snorkel Mask From Fogging?" First time Snorkeling at Cozumel?I just recieved my snorkel gear and am very excited about my trip to Cozumel in April. I have not snorkeled alot and have never been to Mexico, so I was Permalink -- click for full blog post "First time Snorkeling at Cozumel?" Best snorkeling at Providenciales - Turks & CaicosWe are planning a vacation at Providenciales, Turks & Caicos this spring. We understand that the best snorkeling off the beach is at Grace Bay. Because Permalink -- click for full blog post "Best snorkeling at Providenciales - Turks & Caicos" Girl Rowing Atlantic Alone Goes SnorkelingKatie Spotz goes snorkeling in the middle of the Atlantic ocean while rowing solo. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Girl Rowing Atlantic Alone Goes Snorkeling" Snorkeling Camera Abundance - Samsung & Sony Get In The GameIf 2009 was the year for the waterproof digital point and shoot camera, then 2010 is not far behind. Samsung just announced their waterproof camera, the AQ100 (see link). And Sony has released their new waterproof "tough" camera, the DSC-TX5 with a touch screen, 25mm wide angle Zeiss lens, CMOS sensor and HD video. Snorkeling With Whales - With Photographer Bryant AustinSnorkeling with whales and taking life-sized pictures of them while doing it! Amazing. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Snorkeling With Whales - With Photographer Bryant Austin" Best Snorkeling CaribbeanWe went to St. John last May and found the snorkeling very good, although perhaps less than excellent. This year, we are thinking of going somewhere else Permalink -- click for full blog post "Best Snorkeling Caribbean" Canon S90 vs Sealife DC1000 Snorkeling CameraI'm looking for a snorkeling camera and was wondering if you knew anything about the Sealife DC1000 and how that compares with the Canon S90 setup in your Permalink -- click for full blog post "Canon S90 vs Sealife DC1000 Snorkeling Camera" Olympus Stylus 550 Waterproof Digital Camera Sale - $89.95Adorama is having a sale on the teal color of the Olympus Stylus 550WP waterproof digital camera. There are giving free shipping with this. Folks like to use this for snorkeling. Seasick When Snorkeling even with DramamineI get very sea sick when I'm snorkeling, even with Dramamine. I also wear earplugs, just in case this has something to do with it. Is there anything I Permalink -- click for full blog post "Seasick When Snorkeling even with Dramamine" Where to snorkel in bahamas?We would like to snorkel in the bahamas but are spoiled since we have been to Bonaire. The Bahamas are much closer and may have different critters? Where Permalink -- click for full blog post "Where to snorkel in bahamas?" Snorkeling News - From Celebrities to Real NewsFun snorkeling news, from celebrity snorkeling sightings, to more valuable stuff like reef protection and what we are currently up to. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Snorkeling News - From Celebrities to Real News" Kevin Sorbo Snorkeling With His Boys in HawaiiKevin Sorbo Snorkeling pictures from his dunk in Hawaiian waters with his kids. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kevin Sorbo Snorkeling With His Boys in Hawaii" Turtle Grabs Snorkeler's BananaI came across this story on Photobucket and thought you might enjoy it. Apparently the turtle in the picture below kind of snuck up on this woman who Permalink -- click for full blog post "Turtle Grabs Snorkeler's Banana" Kealekekua Bay Kayakers Now Need Permits - Only 10 Allowed DailyIn two weeks you will need a permit to land a kayak at the Captain Cook Monument in Kealakekua Bay on the Big Island of Hawaii. Only 10 permits will be issued daily. We think this is great news because there have been so many problems with the kayaks at the bay, from pushy illegal companies, to damage from traffic at this beautifull area. So good for them! The funniest snorkeling picture ever! (Not for young eyes)If you like snorkeling and want a laugh, check out this picture. But beware, it is not for underage eyes. Crazy deep sea fish caught on remote videoYou won't see this snorkeling, but it sure is beautiful and amazing. A scientist with a remote sea vehicle got some video of a rare Manefish. Watch the second video also of another crazy deep sea fish. Snorkeling In Nassau - Bahamas?We're thinking of going to the Bahamas and got a great deal on a flight to Nassau. Two questions: Where are good places to snorkel there and do you know Permalink -- click for full blog post " Snorkeling In Nassau - Bahamas?" Great article on Moorish Idols from Maui NewsMoorish idols are a joy to see underwater. The Maui News published a nice article by Pam Daoust all about them. World's Best Snorkeling PicturesHere we share the best snorkeling pictures from us and lots of other places on the web. Permalink -- click for full blog post "World's Best Snorkeling Pictures" Pentax Optio W80 snorkeling camera sale - $149 with 2gb cardAdorama is having a super sale (about 1/2 off) for this popular waterproof camera. It is only for the black and gold "Exclusive Adorama" color, and it comes with a float strap and a 2gb sd card. Stunning must see picture of snorkeler with Sperm whaleI found this picture on Flickr that you just have to see. It is of a snorkeler along side a giant Sperm whale. Fantastic! 3 New Waterproof Cameras Released - Fuji & OlympusOlympus just released two more Stylus Tough cameras, the Stylus Tough 8020 and 6020. They both offer longer zoom lenses than their previous models (8000 & 6000), more built in memory and 14gb instead of 12gb. The new 6020 now goes to 16 feet of depth instead of 10. And the 8020 has a new manometer for water pressure calculation. Also, Fuji is announced it's first "tough" camera, the Fujifilm XP10, that is shockproof, waterproof to 10 feet, and all kinds of other tough. Permalink -- click for full blog post "3 New Waterproof Cameras Released - Fuji & Olympus" Hawaii Sea Snake While Snorkeling?I got this picture by accident as I was trying to change the setting on my camera and clear my mask so I could see. Do you have any idea if this is a Permalink -- click for full blog post "Hawaii Sea Snake While Snorkeling?" Key West Snorkeling Suddenly Not So BadIf you have read our Florida Keys snorkeling info, you will recall that besides some OK snorkeling at Dry Tortugas National Park, we don't recommend snorkeling in Key West at all. But very new are trips being run from Key West to Looe Key by the Sunny Day's catamaran company (they also run the Fast Cat to Dry Tortugas). This is good news, because Looe Key is a great snorkeling spot, and worth the long boat ride. But only do this if you don't have a car. Because it would be easier to just drive up to Big Pine Key and take a much shorter boat ride for less money. Wow! We Got Our $1800 Airfare Tickets to Bonaire - For FreeThis is unreal. We are only paying $40 for our plane tickets to Bonaire. Read how we did it. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Wow! We Got Our $1800 Airfare Tickets to Bonaire - For Free" Best Snorkeling Cameras - Our Updated RecommendationsThe best snorkeling cameras ranked from cheap to more expensive - updated regularly Permalink -- click for full blog post "Best Snorkeling Cameras - Our Updated Recommendations" Fins and booties for Bonaire?I think I saw that you will be going to Bonaire for a visit. We will be going in August and have been putting a lot of thought into fins and booties Permalink -- click for full blog post "Fins and booties for Bonaire?" Snorkel Cameras Review - Film & Digital Cameras with Built-In HousingDigital & film snorkel cameras that have a built-in housing are a reasonable option..Explore options. First Snorkeling experience with goggles and a noodleMy husband and I were in Maui, Hawaii. (Is there any other Maui?) We had been to several beaches and I absolutely refused to swim in the ocean. Permalink -- click for full blog post "First Snorkeling experience with goggles and a noodle" Use Manual White Balance - For Better Color Pictures UnderwaterIf you learn how to use the manual white balance setting on your digital camera, your underwater colors will be much better. Homemade External Magic FilterSee how I made my own external magic filter for my snorkeling camera housing Permalink -- click for full blog post "Homemade External Magic Filter"
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