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  There’s a cherished mantra we swear by here at Globetrotting HQ: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad gear!” As the unpredictable becomes the norm in weather forecasts, this guide is your trusted ally when rain clouds threaten your Globetrotting adventure.  No need to hit the panic button—we’ve got your back. Riding…

Here at Globetrotting, we believe that to get the most out of a horse riding holiday, you really need to devote at least three days to the experience. Think about it: between travelling to the ride base, settling in, and packing up on the final day, anything shorter can eat into your precious time in…

The Golegã Horse Fair takes place every November in the town of Golegã, widely known as the horse capital of Portugal. Almost overnight, this normally quiet town becomes a vibrant celebration of Portuguese equestrian culture, drawing horse lovers from across Europe to honour Portugal’s iconic native breed, the Lusitano. If you’re booked on one of…

If you’re anything like us, slow travel is your favourite way to see the world – the kind of trip that’s less about ticking off as much as possible and more about experiencing as deeply as possible. Truly being right where you are. And as all equestrians know, nothing brings you back into the here…

‘Horses and wine – what more could you want?!’ This is a statement we hear ALL the time here at Globetrotting! And for good reason: life truly doesn’t get much better than enjoying horseback riding holidays through beautiful scenery for days on end, stopping in at cellar doors and restaurants to wine and dine to…

Globetrotters, we are SO EXCITED to present this video with Kelly Altschwager – horsewoman, personal trainer, nutrition coach, equestrian fitness guru and founder of Western Workouts. Prepare to have your mind BLOWN as Kelly talks through everything you need to know to get saddle fit for your horse riding holiday and beyond. Oh – and…

Having cut her teeth on a safari ride in the Okavango Delta in June 2018, globetrotter Roz Beinke joined Globetrotting on our guided exploratory horse riding holiday in the Camargue, France, just four months later. A perfect example of the immersive equestrian travel experiences we love to create, this European horseback riding holiday quickly became…

Things to Do in Paihia, Bay of Islands The seaside town of Paihia makes an ideal base for exploring New Zealand’s stunning Bay of Islands. For globetrotters joining the Twin Coast rides, we recommend spending the nights immediately before and after your ride in Paihia, allowing time to arrive and depart without feeling rushed. That…

With its distinctive inward-curving ears and deep roots in Indian history, the Marwari horse is one of the most recognisable and culturally significant breeds in the world. Originating in the desert region of Rajasthan, this elegant and resilient horse has carried warriors, royalty, and travellers across arid landscapes for centuries. Today, the Marwari horse offers…

So you’ve managed to secure yourself a saddle seat on our hugely popular Scottish Borders Ride – well done, that’s half the battle won! But before the adventure begins, you’ll need to ensure you’re fit enough to not just take part in, but wholeheartedly enjoy this ride of EPIC proportions. Ask anyone who’s completed The…

There’s something about the image of galloping wild and free along an empty shoreline that sets our globetrotting hearts ablaze. Sun, sand, surf and a willing steed — life doesn’t get much better than that. It’s why we’ve carefully curated a diverse collection of coastal horse riding holidays and beach riding experiences in destinations around…

If you’re looking for an adventure that will push you out of your comfort zone and into the unknown, we’ve got plenty of unforgettable horse riding holidays to choose from. From epic mountain crossings to wild desert trails, these are the kinds of horse riding adventures that stay with you long after you’ve unpacked your…