Going to Hawaii and looking to buy some snorkel gear and an under water digital camera. Any advice?

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I was reading about both snorkel gear and underwater cameras, and there are so many choose from. I was hoping for some real people advice.While your here... any advice on trips to Maui would be great too! Thanks (I WILL choose the best answer!)

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You can buy a decent snorkel set from Sam's Club or Costco. Yes, we have both wholesale retailers on the island of Oahu. You can get snorkels, goggles and fins for around $50-$60 (as a set). There are also a lot of places that rent snorkels, but I wouldn't trust them. If you plan to buy snorkels, etc. here, I would suggest either wholesale retailer. We also have Sports Authority (overpriced) and a shop called McCully Bike & Sporting Good. Whatever you do ... avoid buying sporting goods in Waikiki. Waikiki is one large tourist trap. Venture a little further and you'll save a lot.

Also, if you are on the island of Oahu, try snorkeling at Hanauma Bay on the east side of the island. I don't know too much about digital cameras, but Kodak just came out with the Kodak Playsport Digital Camcorder and it has some pretty rave reviews. The other plus, it's only $150 + or - a few bucks, and it is waterproof up to 10 feet deep.

I don't know too much about Maui. It's sad, but we islanders don't always travel far. I heard they have a rope course where you can jet down the valley. Another touristy options...visiting Haleakala. Sorry I can't help much in this department.

What is a good waterproof camera?

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I am going to Costa Rica for 2 weeks over the summer and i'll be doing things like learning to surf and other activities. I want a camera that is durable and will last me the whole trip and a while after. It can't just be durable though, I want high quality pictures too as Costa Rica is a once in a lifetime experience. I just want to know some personal opinions on what worked for them, within a reasonable price range like $200-$300.

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There is Kodak EasyShare Sport C123 Waterproof Digital Camera.

It is also available for more than 19% discount for less than $200; check this link:

http://www.amazon.com/Kodak-EasyShare-Waterproof-Digital-2-4-Inch/dp/B004FLL5C2/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1308589341&sr=1-1&tag=kiqjsn-20

Here is also a review on it:

http://www.amazon.com/review/R1IXFITHCXE13S/ref=cm_cr_pr_cmt?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B004FLL5C2&nodeID=&tag=&linkCode=#wasThisHelpful&tag=kiqjsn-20

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