If you don't have a good machete yet, but if you do not, check out this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Ontario-Knives-Traditional-Sawback-Machete/dp/B0015LWVLE/ref=sr_1_29?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1406446141&sr=1-29&keywords=ontario+knife+machete

I have been using my Ontario Knife and Tool machete for years now, it sharpens very easily, and makes quick work of brush and other thinner vegetation. Obviously you could get more items of lesser value for your money, but I have always been a fan of investing in quality so that you don't have to spend more in the future for a similar item.

Either way, have fun with whatever you buy :)