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It’s growing season – tomatoes

July 15, 2010
By John Mason
It’s growing season – tomatoes

Tomatoes can be the most rewarding of vegetables. They are easy to grow from seed, and can be grown in any size garden providing they are in a warm, sheltered spot. One of the biggest joys is watching them grow – unfortunately I travel too often. So, the obvious answer is the Tomato CAM!...
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Thresher Shark, Manta, Eagle Ray and 60m on Trimix

April 28, 2010
By John Mason
Thresher Shark, Manta, Eagle Ray and 60m on Trimix

Just some of the sea life encountered on my last trip to the Camel Dive Club in Sharm El Sheikh.  It’s getting hot and there’s a large number of jelly fish in the water – thus the appearance of the Manta rays.  While finishing my TDI Extended Range/Trimix course at 60m on Woodhouse reef...
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Palau, Malapascua and too many airports

March 26, 2010
By John Mason

Does Palau live up to all the hype? Well, yes it does. With a travel distance of over 13,000 km and nearly three days I arrived tired, hungry and filled with a the hope of some excellent diving. Traveling to Palau is no easy task – I chose to fly Emirates to Manila via...
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Technical Diving with CamelDive.com

February 10, 2010
By John Mason
Technical Diving with CamelDive.com

Just returned from another excellent diving trip to the Red Sea.  Apart from the slightly cold weather, I’m now a Padi Master Scuba Diver after completing the Underwater Photography and Equipment specialities. However, following on from the deep dive course in Dahab I’ve completed the TDI Advanced Nitrox and Decompression procedures qualifications. A handful...
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Roatan, Honduras

October 1, 2009
By John Mason
Roatan, Honduras

Two weeks staying at Barefoot Cay – in between French Harbour and Brick Bay. Photo’s are now up on flickr. A big thanks to Giaco, Mike, Doug, Cynthia, Luke, Michelle and all the staff who made it a very memorable stay.
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Nam Tso Lake, 4718m

August 15, 2009
By John Mason
Nam Tso Lake, 4718m

Nam Tso Lake It is the highest salt lake in the world, and largest salt lake in the Tibet. However, to the Tibetan people, it is a significantly spiritual place (less so since the Chinese presence). Driving to the lake is relatively easy task, obtaining permission to do so is another matter. An expensive...
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