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Episode 6

Getaways Series 5
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Travel show. Joe Lindsay and Aoibhinn Ni Shuilleabhain travel to Montenegro to enjoy its Adriatic beaches, medieval towns and mountains and canyons.

This week presenters Joe Lindsay and Aoibhinn NΓ­ ShΓΊilleabhΓ΅in report from the increasingly popular tourist destination of Montenegro. They explore the Adriatic beaches and medieval towns along the Budva Riviera, before heading inland to the mountains and canyons in one of Montenegro's stunning national parks. Aoibhinn also takes a short getaway around Strangford Lough where she visits Castle Espie Wetland Centre, the gardens at Mount Stewart and takes a trip back into the past on the Downpatrick & County Down Railway.

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Wed 16 Jul 2014 19:30
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Gospa of Skrpjela

Gospa of Skrpjela
Translated as Our Lady of the Rocks, is one of two islets that sit in the bay of Kotor. It is an artificial island and is regularly reinforced by locals sinking stones into the water around the islandΒ to bolster its stability and help against erosion.

River Rafting

River Rafting
If you fancy an activity with a little more adrenaline involved you could do no better than hitting the waves for a spot of . While Joe arrived in the calmer part of the season, if you travel shortly after winter you will experience the full rush of the river.

Moraca Monastery

Moraca Monastery
To really soak up the history of Montenegro you would be best served to visit the 13th century .Β This Rascian styled church isΒ an Orthodox church and steeped inΒ centuries of history with a multitude of frescos to while away the hours.Β 

Castle Espie Wildfowl Wetlands Centre

Castle Espie Wildfowl Wetlands Centre
For a great day out around Strangford the is a member of the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust.Β Combining great walks andΒ the chance to see a lot of wildlife, it really is a must.

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Presenter Joe Lindsay
Presenter Aoibhinn NΓ­ ShΓΊilleabhΓ΅in
Series Producer Maggi Gibson
Director Edel O'Mahony
Executive Producer Jannine Waddell
Executive Producer Justin Binding

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Related Links

  • (www.visit-montenegro.com)
  • (www.croatia.ie)
  • (www.jet2.com)
  • (www.balkanholidays.co.uk)
  • (www.hgbudvanskarivijera.com)
  • (montecristo.co.me)
  • (www.montenegro-spahotel.com)
  • (www.biancaresort.com)
  • (www.museummaritimum.com)
  • (www.visit-montenegro.com)
  • (www.nationaltrust.org.uk)
  • (dafteddys.co.uk)
  • (www.downrail.co.uk)
  • (www.nitb.com)
  • (www.irishlandmark.com)