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7 11 Issue 63 / 2014 GUESTLIST guestlist.net 5. DIMENSIONS FESTIVAL, PULA. 28-31ST AUGUST. This is the festival for the techno heads. Located in an old abandoned moat, night time is when this festival really comes to life. Imag- ine old castle walls, several one of a kind venues i.e. the dungeon (a narrow tower, like a well, with the DJ at an extended height and the sound deafening), the sur- rounding forests with dark, dingy paths taking you to each setting. During the day, the boat parties are up there with the best in Croa- tia, although, in my opinion, it would be harder to throw a bad boat party in that weather. The ones to watch out for are the Hypercolour and Electric Minds boats, both of which sell out annu- ally. One issue with Dimen- sions was the problem with arrests. Through various conversations, it is evident this festival was not only a music festival, but, in truth, a bit of a set up for the local authorities. Not so unheard of were incidents of entrap- ment with undercover offi- cers, straight from the first night, and with a record number of arrests made and fines implemented, it looked from the outset like a bit of a money earner for the feds. This probably happens at other festivals in Croatia so be warned wherever you go. 4. OUTLOOK FESTIVAL, PULA. 3-7TH SEPTEMBER. Outlook brings nothing but the culture. It has single- handedly put Croatia on the global festival map. Orientated more towards the drum n bass/dubstep spectrum, this festival at- tracts an altogether differ- ent crowd, even though it is essentially part of the same festival as Dimensions, with timeframe and location so closely aligned. There is the option of collectively pur- chasing tickets and accom- modation for both events. I have done both events the past 2 years and my one piece of advice is a planned recovery time! Think hippy vans, reggae bands, serious blazing and a totally laid back atmosphere. Outlook appeals more due to the global pull, the history and the general festival feel the event brings. I met some- body last year who actu- ally believed that he lived in the forest. Now if that isn't what a festival is about then I don't know what is. 3. SOUNDWAVE FESTIVAL, THE GARDEN, TISNO. 27-31ST JULY. The one thing about Sound- wave that rivals any other festival in Croatia is the at- mosphere and intimacy. The lineup varies in a more bass and dub direction, with everything in between hip- hop and reggae thrown in. This is not your typical big name, big budget festival. And perhaps this is what attracts the cooler, more friendly crowds – people are there for the music and not just the names. I recall see- ing Craig Charles do his set on the Thursday, then came across him again on the Sunday, in the same outfit. That just typifies what this festival is about. The loca- tion only adds to the vibe, situated in a hidden bay with crystal clear Mediter- ranean waves to help you chill out during the day (or have a bop in at night). The local quisine, especially the fish, is the best I experi- enced in my time in Croatia. Festivals in this sort of heat can get very prolonged and surviving off beer and what- ever else can only last for so long. Things to watch out for include the unbelievably grand boat, and the Bar- barellas after parties (the local nightclub). 2. HIDEOUT FESTIVAL, ZRCÉ BEACH, PAG. 31ST JUNE – 1ST JULY. The name Hideout couldn't be more relevant. Set on the near-deserted Island of Pag, it is basically in the middle of nowhere. The festival is advertised as lasting for 4 days, but runs for over a week including the welcom- ing and after parties. Couple this with 10,000 party ani- mals, 4 venues on location open basically 24/7 (during the day for the famous pool parties and at night for the main events), and you only have one result. Chaos. If you want to lose your mind in scorching temperatures with the biggest DJ's the world has to offer, then this is the festival for you. For the guys (or girls for that matter), you will struggle to find more beautiful girls than here. Hideout, as they say, attracts the 'worldy's'. You must pace yourself and not blow a fuse in the first couple of days. Stamina is the key to any festival, and couldn't be more relevant. One thing not to miss is the sunrise. Brace yourself.