Food is one of the great joys of any horse riding holiday, whether it’s a hearty lunch after a morning in the saddle or a warm meal shared around a camp table as the sun goes down. We want every single guest to feel well looked after, including those with dietary requirements, restrictions and allergies.…
It’s time to introduce you to Tiffany Gale, the incredible horsewoman behind The Shoalhaven Ride on the beautiful South Coast of New South Wales, Australia. A lifelong lover of horses, fine dining and world-class wine, Tiffany started up her riding business after being utterly inspired by her experience on our horse riding holiday in Tasmania…
If you’re thinking about trying a horse riding holiday for the first time, our carefully selected entry-level riding holidays are the perfect place to start. Designed for riders who want to experience the joy of travel on horseback without pressure, these riding holidays for beginners let you discover stunning landscapes, welcoming cultures and beautifully trained…
For our cooler climate rides, good quality wool blend thermals should be right at the top of your packing list! There’s nothing worse than that feeling of not being able to warm up, and that’s why I LOVE my Icebreaker thermals – they have never let me down! The trick to riding in cold or unpredictable…
Cody, Wyoming might be small in size, but it more than makes up for it with raucous Wild West charm and frontier spirit. If you’ve booked a saddle seat on the Big Horn Cattle Drive or our horse riding holiday in Shell, Wyoming, chances are you’ll be flying in and out of Cody. Known as…
When it comes to unforgettable horse riding holidays, few experiences compare to riding through Kenya’s Maasai Mara alongside one of the country’s most experienced safari guides. Simon Kenyon is part-owner and guide on Globetrotting’s iconic horse riding holiday in the Maasai Mara, where days are spent galloping across open plains, tracking wildlife on horseback, and…
This is the story of my Grand Tetons Ride. And I’ll tell you know, it was one of the BEST, most profound experiences of my life. As part of Team Globetrotting, I’ve realised that sometimes you don’t know you need
If you are visiting Spain in May — perhaps to experience our rides in Andalusia or The Catalan Coast Trail, or the Dressage Ride — then you MUST visit the Jerez Horse Fair. This iconic horse fair is an annual
A lot of our globetrotters who book on the Maasai Mara safari have one or two days to spend in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, either before or after their ride. With that said, I thought I would put together a list of my favourite things to do in Nairobi which all circulate around the affluent…
Are you heading off on a Globetrotting holiday to Mongolia? Can I just say I am green with envy – it’s one of the GT team’s favourite riding destinations, and we have such incredible memories of our time spent in this part of the world. If you’re after an adventure, you WILL NOT be disappointed!…
Booked a horse riding holiday in Spain? Nice one! You’re in for a real treat, both on and off the horse. Whichever route you take to reach your riding holiday, it’s likely you’ll pass through Barcelona, one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and a must-visit destination in Catalonia. Packed with unforgettable sights, sounds, flavours, and…
If you’re joining one of our five horse riding itineraries in Scotland, there’s a good chance you’ll want to spend a day in Edinburgh either before or after your ride. Scotland’s capital is rich in history, culture and character, and even a short visit offers a wonderful contrast to the time you’ll spend exploring the…
If you’ve secured a saddle on our exclusive Andalusia horse riding holiday in Spain, you may be lucky enough to experience a true double win and ride the delightful Embrujarda. This elegant mare is one of the standout guest horses on our Andalusian riding journey, offering riders a genuine connection to the region’s classical horsemanship…
Andrew Gilles is the consummate professional behind our unforgettable Namib Desert horse riding holidays with Globetrotting. A natural adventurer at heart, Andrew’s passion for exploration and deep respect for the African wilderness led him to the one career that perfectly blends both: becoming a safari guide on horseback. Often described as an adrenaline seeker with…
