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Is this a good video camera? http://www.new-media.com.au/Sony-HVR-A1P-H...er-pr-1405.html What are some other good ones? I need a video camera with HD widescreen and also a good shotgun mic with ability to add more without buying an addon for the shoe. Forgot to say. I am maxing out the price at $3,500. So not really looking at many higher end cameras.

I am about 5' 7".

What's the likelyhood of a trip for about 10-20 days around the US next year. Doesn't matter where, I just have to be picked up and dropped off from the airport by the TPR bus. I will be 17 so I can't drive or anything like that. And who do you bunk with, what's it like... etc. Tar

Your mum's so fat that when she put on a yellow raincoat and walked down the street, someone yelled out TAXI.

Wow that's cool. You should record it and then YouTube it.

I have no idea? Are you? Seriously, who cares. It's a joke. If someone calls me straight I wouldn't mind if it's in a joke.

Yeah, it did. Not alot of people do get it, but it's damn funny if you do.

I'm gay and haven't rollerskated either.

What's the hardest part about roller skating? Telling your parents you're gay LOL

I've got the same camera. First thing you will want to do is buy a nice lens. I've got a 18-135. Also a good powerful flash is always handy. Try to use manual mode as much as you can. It's fun... and don't worry, it takes time to pick it all up.

Good work man!

A tour from Australia to the USA. I believe it's just an Australian thing?

I'm going to go! Universal Studios Hollywood, Knott's Berry Farm and Disneyland. Cannot wait! What's the weather like in LA, San Fran and Mexico around January?

Great review, although IMO, the park is a bit of a letdown. The park looks very much like 'ok put this here, wack that there' etc... Not much thought put into theming, either. Shame... I expected better from Hard Rock.

I liked the old Ford Fiesta ad. OH, let's not forget the old Ansett ad.

6 months ago when I was flying from Sydney to Brisbane. When was the last time you did a handstand?

A water roller coaster by Mack (I'm guessing) is planned for Sea World on the Gold Coast. I'm just asking, what are they like to ride on and how long do they normally take to be built?

Blue boxers, yellow shirt.

Ok thanks for the advice. The three months we've thought of was March, June and September. Is September busy as well? Sorry for asking a lot but when you are spending this amount of money, it's best to know about the place you are going to.

Thanks Guys. Are the parks busy during June?

Here's mine. I don't know if its been stated before because it's nearly 12am and I've done Dreamworld all day... I'm Tired! So I am sorry if I've repeated anyone's comments that's already been said. -------------------- Movie World mostly runs 2 trains on Superman, Road Runner and Lethal Weapon. Superman Escape is great, though you NEED a locker if you don't have anyone to hold your stuff. Be careful because if you find out you've got something in your pocket and you are in the line, you will need to re-line up again. The front and the back is the best areas to sit; Make sure you ask the ride operator though if you can wait for the next load to grab the front/back. As for eating, Gothom City Cafe is great as well as the Wild West Burgers. If you are REALLY hungry, the all-you-can-eat bar is open for lunch at $20PP. For snacks, visit Stars Cafe at the front of the park or just to watch the big rides in some air-con. The stunt show is WORTH it. The later show is the least busiest and the pre-show entertainment is the best part. It starts 30min BEFORE the show's start time. Line up about 35min before for the best seats. Nothing note for the park's rides is Batwing seems to fill up more towards the end of the day. I think this is that people want one more ride before they leave. The Spooky Coaster has really long queues during the day so it's best to visit that one first. If thrill is more your thing, I'd do Superman first. -------------------- Now, Let's get onto Dreamworld. Firstly, lockers are NOT needed unless you want to ride the log/river rides and not get your phones etc wet. Each major ride has a spot to put your stuff. The Cyclone, ToT and Giant Drop seem to have the longest wait. I would do Cyclone first if you want a OK coaster. If you wanna have a THRILL rush first, go Giant Drop or ToT first. Wipeout and the Claw have low waiting times. (As Gazza's said) The iMax might be worth watching if you are new to the country. I know they have some Australian films playing from time-to-time. As for food, there's no good spot unless you spend the money and go to the all-you-can-eat bar at the back of the park. Other then that, you'll leave the park feeling empty or feeling sick. (From their food) The Motocoaster is a weird one. I wouldn't class it as a thrill ride and I wouldn't even say it's that fun. It's just something that's cool to do once - for the "motobike" thing. The coaster runs 2 trains in busy times so you shouldn't be waiting too long for a ride. -------------------- Wet'n'Wild is really fun and you'll have a ball. Do Surfrider (Half-Pipe) first followed by the Black Hole. Those two fill up quick. The whole H20 Zone gets real busy so it's best to knock that over first and then go to the front of the park and do the less thrilling rides near the end of the day. The food is not bad at the park...after all, it's a water park. Not much else to say? I guess if you go on a day that has a late night movie, you could stay around for that. Or, just ride some rides while the movie is going. But keep in mind a lot of rides don't operate anymore at night. (or so I've heard) -------------------- Sea World Man, you're right here. There's not much wait on any ride besides the eye. Some water rides get busy on hot days but I'm sure it's nothing compared to the US park's wait. The food is alright at Sea World but it doesn't stack up to Movie World's food (Though from the same company). But it's alot better then Dreamworld's. -------------------- I would also try and do Dracula's Haunted House and Dracula's Restaurant while you're in Australia. The bungee jump in Surfers Paradise is fun (though alittle pricey) and there's SpaceWalker (closed) and Infinity near there too. You'll have a ball! I hope you enjoy Australia mate!

Guys, I've talked with my fokes and they've said they would rather go in June (if weather suits) because of my school's longer holidays during that month. In LA (June), what is the weather like? Now we have to be careful because my mum has whiplash and the rain can upset her neck. In June, does LA have a lot of storms/rain? What is the temp and also is it a dry/wet heat? Any info would be great! Thanks.

Hi Guys, Me, Mum and Dad are planning to visit the USA for my 16th Birthday in March. (This Year) We are going to be hitting Los Angles, San Fran and Las Vegas over about 3-4 weeks. Is there any great things we should visit over there and any crappy things that we shouldn't visit? Now I know there's topics like this elsewhere on the forum, though I'm not just after theme park advice, I would like to know some other great stuff to visit. (One of which is the WB Studio Tour - I've heard great stuff...) Any feedback would be great!

Nikon D40 with a 18-55mm Nikkor lens.

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