Bournemouth is one of my favorite places here in England. I know it does not boast with as much history as London nor it is quirky like some villages but I still love it. Maybe because it's not too far from where we live, it has a 7-mile beach and a huge and lovely park. There's always something to do here. That's why our visits are always pleasant and we always end the day with a smile. Parking is never a problem, no matter when and what time you decide to come here!
The high street
Beach huts that you could either hire or buy
impressive sand castle
lazy afternoon picnic after the air show
The beach obviously reminds me of Pinas, though the water is cold most of the year, ewan ko ba... there is something about being close to the water that calms me and makes me feel happy.
I have to admit we've not visited Bournemouth as often as we would like. But the Air festival was too good to miss, and we know that Poj would love the airplanes and picnic =) We have to plan our next visit before the winter season. x
The Bournemouth Air Festival is an annual air show held along the coast of Bournemouth. This is a free event which features aircraft from the Royal Air force and the Royal Navy. The first air show was in 2008 & we were among the first ones who enjoyed that event. We didn't go last year as it was rainy and Poj was too little. But we knew he's old enough to enjoy the show this year & he did!
The Red Arrows
It was a proper boys' day out with picnic and planes. There are also a variety of interactive & informative attractions including Firefighters and Safety Equipment Fitters from RAF Odiham, life-sized Chinook Helicopter, an interactive weapons display, RAF caterers (we tasted their food & it was lovely) and a lot more.
super happy with his souvenir Red Arrows
After the event we went to the park to relax & enjoy a little picnic. It was a wonderful day & Poj had a blast!
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Unfortunately, one of the RAF Red Arrows pilot died when his plane crashed following the display. Flt Lt Jon Egging, Red 4 crashed near the Bournemouth Airport. Our deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Alright, it's not really that exciting. It's not even that hi-tech either.
For the longest time Papa Erick knows that I want a water proof video cam. I wanted a small one that could take still underwater as well. He wouldn't budge coz he knows my mobile phone contract is up for renewal in November. He told me to get a phone with an HD video and decent still camera. He has a point there, but there aren't any waterproof phones out, is there?
I only wanted an inexpensive one that we could bring when we go swimming. And this minicamera came to the rescue. It's as small as a credit card, light as a feather (exage!) & is waterproof. It's not HD but for a tad over £20 (P 1400) I'd say it's not bad.
It's not for serious photography or anything like that. But with all the stuff that I need to pack with me whenever we go out (those with kids would know how much you need to pack for them!), I just need one that I could slid in my pocket and not worry too much about. I reckon this would do the job =) What do you think?
This was the last underwater pic of Poj, taken when he was under 1 (by a professional), hopefully with my new cam we would be able to take pics and video of him next time we go swimming =)
