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Why Travelling solo Might Be the Best Way to Ride

Solo Globetrotting: Why Travelling Alone Might Be the Best Way to Ride

Believe it or not, the majority of our globetrotters travel solo. And why not? There’s something pretty special about arriving somewhere you’ve never been, climbing into the saddle with a group of people you’ve never met, and discovering that you already have one very important thing in common: That inconquerable passion for horses, riding and…

Catering for all dietary requirements on a horse riding holiday with Globetrotting

Dietary needs? Don’t let them keep you out of the saddle

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.…

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The Sandalwood Pony of Sumba | Horse Riding Holidays

Native to the rugged island of Sumba, the Sandalwood pony is a small yet incredibly strong horse, deeply woven into local culture and daily life. Bred to thrive in Sumba’s dry climate and varied terrain, these sure-footed ponies are known for their endurance, calm temperament, and ability to carry riders comfortably across beaches, savannahs, and…

Globetrotting Guest Horse: Miss T - The River Valley Ride, North Island, New Zealand - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Globetrotting Guest Horse: Miss T

Miss T loves nothing more than giving joyrides around her home turf on The River Valley Ride. Owner and guide, Nicola, tells us that this doe-eyed beauty was once an ugly duckling! Read on to learn about Miss T’s lucky break, and what makes her such a star team member. Horse’s name: Miss T Breed:…

Stacey West – My Mongolia

Attention globetrotters! You’re in for a real treat. Our dear friend and globetrotter, Stacey West, joined us for the Golden Eagle Ride last year, and she has generously shared her love letter to Mongolia.  Her vivid descriptions will teleport you to Mongolia and make you feel as if you’re right there with her, witnessing everything…

Globetrotting guest horse – Tomahawk

  Meet Tomahawk, a piebald gelding who is part of the safari string in the Maasai Mara, Kenya. I was super fortunate to ride this handsome fellow on our last guided ride and sheesh was he responsive. We jumped, we swam, we raced and we conquered. Check out his credentials here: Name of horse: Tomahawk Breed: Sire is Hiawatha a piebald stallion…

Globetrotting’s FASTEST Rides!

Do you have a need for speed and a love for adventure? If so, then consider this your personalised bucket list of Globetrotting holidays. Imagine galloping across vast open plains, feeling the wind in your hair and the thrill of the chase, while leaving a cloud of dust behind you. These exhilarating riding holidays are…

Globetrotting’s Payment Plans

If you’re eager to book a horse riding holiday, but haven’t quite got the full ride price bundled up in your savings account, our payment plans are here to help! We’re determined to make the magic of Globetrotting accessible to everyone, no matter your budget. With three different payment plans to choose from, there’s bound…

Chilko lake- Canada

The Chilko Lake Ride in Pictures

Caution! Enter blog post at your own risk! These images are very likely to cause you to spontaneously book a saddle seat on our Chilko Lake horse riding holiday in British Columbia, Canada! Globetrotter Emma Tomlin has kindly offered to peel back the curtain and share her dreamy horse riding holiday in Canada, giving us…

Okavango Delta Safari, Botswana - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Feedback on the Okavango Delta Safari, Botswana

There is NO better way to celebrate a big birthday than a horse riding holiday, and Allison Goldberg started planning hers three years in advance! Little did she know she would be celebrating two years late thanks to COVID – but Botswana’s Okavango Delta was worth the wait a thousand times over. Check out Allison’s…

Castle & Estate Ride, Ireland - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Feedback on the Castle & Estate Ride

We’ve always known that the Castle & Estate Ride in Ireland is THE perfect ride for globetrotters looking to fast-track their horsemanship, especially beginners and those new to jumping. And Hope Towle is living proof! Earlier this year, Hope boosted her trail riding confidence on the Thirlestane Castle Ride in Scotland. Buoyed on by her…

The Scottish Borders Ride, Scotland - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Feedback on the Scottish Borders Ride

Since we first experienced Scotland’s unique Common Riding tradition and crafted The Scottish Borders Ride back in 2018, it’s been one of our all-time favourite horse riding holidays. And when the world opened up post-COVID, we headed straight for the Scottish Borders! So we were beyond thrilled when the first feedback we received from the…

Ranch ride in Shell, Wyoming, USA - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Feedback on the Shell, Wyoming Ride

Have you ever wanted to run away to the Wild West and get a taste of ranch life? Sharon Rayne and her husband Alistair did just that on our ranch ride in Shell, Wyoming! Sharon’s glorious photos are matched only by her wonderful words, so read on to hear about this holiday from a globetrotter’s…