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Globetrotting's Best Jumping Holidays - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Globetrotting’s Best Jumping Holidays

Are you one of those riders who is constantly on the lookout for logs, fences and hedges to pop over? Then keep reading, because we’ve got a handful of horse riding holidays that offer superb jumping with horses that are

Equestrian Workouts You Can Do at Home - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Equestrian Workouts You Can Do At Home

So you’re stuck at home for a while, huh? It sucks, we know – but why not use this time to improve your saddle fitness with rider-specific workouts? Both you and your horse will feel the benefits – and you

How to Avoid International Transaction Fees when Travelling - cards with no international fees - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

How to Avoid International Transaction Fees

Arguably, the two most irritating aspects of paying by card while travelling overseas are ATM fees (seriously, I only need €20 and you want to charge me €3 to access it?!) and checking your card statement to find a series

Globetrotting's Most Luxurious Rides

Globetrotting’s Most Luxurious Rides

Some globetrotters want a horse riding holiday that will get them back to the fundamentals of life – they dream of starting the day with a campfire breakfast before saddling their own horse and heading out for an intrepid ride,

You're Never Too Old to Go Globetrotting - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

You’re Never Too Old to Go Globetrotting

Are you over sixty and concerned that you’re too old to complete one of our horse riding holidays? Age is no barrier in signing up for a horse riding adventure. The majority of our globetrotters range in age from 35

Best Rides for Solo Globetrotters

Believe it or not, the majority of our globetrotters travel solo. And why wouldn’t they? You can pick the travel dates that fit within your holiday schedule rather than co-ordinating with a friend. You can choose a ride based on

Do I need a visa? - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Do I need a Visa?

**We will try to continually update this post to ensure all the information is accurate and up to date. However, since visa information can change at short notice, we do advise you to confirm the entry/exit requirements with your local

Globetrotting's Best Horsemanship Rides - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Globetrotting’s Best Horsemanship Rides

There’s nothing in this life as spiritually uplifting as the connection between horse and rider, globetrotters – I believe this wholeheartedly. This beautiful quote sums it up best: “At its finest, rider and horse are joined not by tack, but

What’s Your Riding Ability?

 You may have noticed that all of our horse riding holidays mention the riding ability globetrotters need to have before they embark on the ride. We divide riding ability into four levels: beginner, intermediate, strong intermediate and advanced. But

budgeting for a horse riding holiday - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Budgeting for a Horse Riding Holiday

Recently, a prospective globetrotter sent us the following question: ‘I’m dying to take an equestrian vacation!! But how do people afford it!? Any tips on budgeting for a trip of a lifetime like this?’ Now, we’re sure she was far

Castle and Estate horse riding holiday, Ireland

Off the Horse in County Monaghan

So you’ve taken the plunge! You’ve booked that fairytale riding holiday and you’re counting down the days until your Castle & Estate Ride in Ireland. Your riding (or non-riding!) partner is keen to come along and you’re both wondering about

Globetrotting's Holidays for All Riding Abilities - Globetrotting horse riding holidays

Globetrotting’s Holidays for All Riding Abilities

It’s our belief that horse riding holidays should be accessible to riders of all abilities, from beginner right through to advanced. And while there are some Globetrotting rides that are only suitable for intermediate or advanced riders, there are PLENTY