[AB..]

Hi all, I need some help with advising my neighbour on which type of scope to buy. His initial budget was $300 but I have convinced him to go to $500.

He wants to use it primarily for viewing the night sky but also for terrestrial viewing of the bay across from his holiday house.
He has no interest in getting into astrophotography and just wants something that is very easy to operate and to move around.

Any suggestions on type and size of scope would be appreciated also the reason why would help.

Thanks for any help,
AB..