Mini DV or HDD Camcorder

I am planning on going traveling to canada and want a decent Camcorder to record all my travels and edit footage on iMovie to make a small showreel and send home to my family every 5-6 weeks. I was wondering what would provide the best quality and functionality when I import the footage across form the camcorder to iMovie.

Advise would be hugely appreciated!!!

Thank you.

Matt