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In this final part of the series, Beth and Alice visit a few more of the breathtaking islands, popular with tourists and especially the boating fraternity. This expensive destination takes its toll so they soon escape and make their way over Hvar Island and experience just how helpful Croatians can be when looking for accomodation. Finally, Trogir one of the oldest and most exciting cities on the Croatian side of Adriatic coast, is their final destination, and of course as it is the end of their trip, time for a slap up meal and a chat about the differences between hostels and homestays. The podcast concludes with their overall impression of Croatia and Bosnia, along with the high points and low points, where to find the right kind of affordable accommodation, plus a mini review of the right kind of gear which would help keep your trip as cost effective as possible. They also discuss the amount they spent for the three weeks and what they would change, or where they would go if they were to return sometime in the future.

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Beth and Alice spend several days wondering through the cobbled streets of Dubrovnik enjoying the rich history, glorious sun and yet more exquisite ice creams. Their adventure then takes a turn inland towards Bosnia and after an interesting bus ride past the marked mine fields still present along the access road to the sea, they arrived in Mostar. Here they stay at a hostel for a few nights and interview the owner who had lived through the war and is now guiding travellers around Mostar's sites, culture and history. A fascinating insight into the recent past and the potential future for the country. They also explore the bazaars and turkish culture before yet another early morning bus ride to the coast.

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An interesting mixed bag for you this time, with an interview with Microsoft regarding their image cataloguing tool Expression Media for those 1000's of outdoor photos you have stashed away. Andy and I review the 2009 Times Destinations Show with one eye on the forthcoming 2010 event, and Roman speaks with Andy Burgess from Golite who are 'Going Lighter On The Planet' with the use of recycled nylon in their 2010 products.

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In part two Beth and Alice spend the end of week one in the beautiful port side town of Zadar. Enjoying the ice cream to the tune of the town’s sea organ, as well as the great company and conversations with other Croatian travellers. After a few relaxing days they continued south along the Dalmation coast, stopping at the oasis of Krka National Park before arriving in the historical town of Dubrovnik.

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The OMM 2009 didn't quite make the same headlines as 2008, but that was probably a good thing. Here is our recording of this years event and the frustratingly poor performance we put in, which was all my fault. However we did get to have a brief chat with a few people, competitors Liz Creaser and Michael Porter, plus various volunteer marshals Sean Lightfoot, Andy Leafer and 2 ladies I didn't catch the name of in the wind (sorry!). These events can only survive with the help of such people, so make sure you return the favour sometime and help others in future sporting competitions whatever that may be.

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It's been a while since we had a Travel Show on The Outdoors Station. Beth, our daughter went to Croatia this summer with her friend Alice, on a shoestring budget and wanted to record the experience for other backpackers. Fresh out of University both girls were in need of some rest and relaxation, sunshine, ice cream and stimulus other than academia. This series records their progress through, planes, trains and buses to locations with much to offer. They also chat to people they meet on route all willing to share the rich hidden jewels in this part of the world.

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Following on from a question for one of our listeners here are the gear reviews from the 2009 TGO Challenge. Andy Reviews; Terra Nova Solar 2.2, ULA Conduit, PHD Minumus 400, Nite Lite Torso Pad, Paramo Third Element, Icebreaker Merino Wool, Silkbody, Paramo Stretch Pants, Montane Featherlite Pants, Inov8 Terrocs, Sealskin Waterproof Socks, Titanium Cook Gear, MSR Mug Mate, Pacer Poles, Gloves, Tilley and Paramo Hats. Shirley Reviews; Laser Competition, Osprey Atmos and Exos, NeoAir, Marmot Hydrogen, Equinox Mummy Bivi, Rocklite 315, Cioch Waterproofs, Icebreaker Base Layer, Klattermusen Down Smock, Primus Micron, MSR Titan Kettle, Pot Cosy, Pacer Poles, Crocs, PHD Down Boots. Bob Reviews; Terra Nova Solar 2.2 and Competition, NeoAir, Prolite 3, Primus Windshield, Pertex Bivvy Sheet, Rab Quantum 400, Silk Bag Liners, Crocs, Travel Tap, Rocklite 315, Montane Superfly, Gehwol Extra and Refreshing Creams, Leki Walking Poles.

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In this podcast you can still hear the remnants of the flu bug which has hit Rose and I in my voice, as I try to do some last minute training on the local hills in preparation for the forthcoming OMM. Meanwhile Andy Howell, sitting in front of his log fire with his slippers on, is reviewing some excellent and quirky books for Winter reading. Plus, as an extra bonus, 'stovies' will be thrilled to hear about the portable titanium wood burning stoves produced by Four Dogs Stove, as I chat with Douglas Kerveliss from Minnesota at this years Wilderness Gathering.

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In this podcast a couple of items catch Roman's 'lightweight eye' at the trade show in Germany as Pacific Outdoor Equipment are launching in 2010 some lightweight cycling panniers and a new sleeping mat to rival the very popular NeoAir. I on the other hand meet an interesting guy who produced the A-Z of Bushcraft DVD, not only that, but I hear about his background of many years filming and archiving protests and actions over environmental issues never seen on TV. So much so he's become a library for main stream media. Fascinating!

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In this Podcast Rose enters her first Sprint Triathlon consisting of a 750m swim, 20km bike and 5km run and so I record her progress and atmosphere of the day for posterity. Roman interviews Andy Utting from Terra Nova at the Germany Show to get more background information regarding the forthcoming uberlightweight Solar Elite and Solar Competition tents. Also Andy Howell discusses the negative dangers of tourism on The Galapagos Islands with Richard Furlong at the Destinations Show. Rose sticks around for the results and race timings and gets quite a shock!

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