Water Sports and Gadgets

For some reason, food seems to taste better when I’m sitting on a rock with my feet on the water. Unfortunately, these amphibian picnics can be costly if one is not careful.

Last year, I bought a cell phone in Corsica for about 60 € and placed it on my waist pack. I drove to Porticcio (a seaside town on the outskirts of Ajaccio) and walked over some large, slippery rocks on the beach, trying to find a cozy spot to spend the afternoon. Somehow my brand new phone got a bit of moisture in it and when I turned it on it got fried. Thankfully my camera was fine.

Wherever you travel, chances are you carry a camera to document and remember your trips. Whether you have a simple point-and-shot or a $2,000 SLR camera your photos and your camera are worth protecting.

Waterproofing your Valuables

My sister calls me “Demolition Debby” and claims that everything I own must be built to military specs or be disposable. She may be right about that which is why I’m happy to report about Aquapac, a company based in England that manufactures quality waterproof protective cases for cameras, wallets, keys, cell phones, MP3 players and other valuables, for a stress-free, active vacation.

Other brand names sell similar products but Aquapac accessories have the highest quality which is why they are preferred by coast guards, life guards and special forces (including the SAS and the US Navy Seals). The good news is these travel accessories are not expensive and are sold in the U.S. and all over the world.

Aquapac sells a waterproof camera case with a clear window that allows taking underwater pictures. All the Aquapac cases are guaranteed to be submersible up to 15 feet and keep out dust and sand, which is great for outdoor sports and photography.

Even on a boat it is still possible to get some moisture and sand in your camera.

You can find great deals on Aquapac products at amazon. Whether you’re canoeing in Baja or cruising through the Caribbean, it pays to protect all your valuables with waterproof cases from Aquapac.