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Low & Slow Travel on Horseback: Africa

Horse riding holidays foster a deep respect for the incredible landscapes, animals and people that we are fortunate to encounter. Travelling as globetrotters, we can rest easy knowing that we’re boosting the local economy and treading lightly on the land. But it’s up to us to ensure the rest of our trip is carried out…

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A Day Spent in Taupo

Booked a saddle seat on our epic River Valley Ride? Great choice, globetrotter – you’re in for a treat! You’ll need to book accommodation in Taupo for both the night before and the night after your horse riding holiday so that there’s no stress about getting to or from the airport in time. Bearing that…

Best Horse Riding Minibreaks

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…

Low & Slow Travel on Horseback: Australia & New Zealand

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…

Horse Riding Holidays for Wine Lovers

‘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…

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Equestrian Fitness with Kelly from Western Workouts

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…

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A Day in Paihia, Bay of Islands

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…

Getting Fit for the Scottish Borders Ride

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…

Globetrotting’s Best Beach Rides

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…

The World’s Most Intrepid Horse Riding Holidays

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…

Our Top Rides for Entry-level Globetrotters

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…

A Day Spent In Cody, Wyoming

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…