You’ve heard the phrase, “if these walls could talk.” Well, if those horses and the walls of the stables could talk, I’m sure we would be amazed at what took place many moons ago at Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley. Back in the day, Holman Ranch was known for its cowboys and rodeos and served […]
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Have you watched the 2013 Budweiser Super Bowl commercial – The Clydesdales: “Brotherhood?” It’s a tear jerker for all horse lovers and anyone who has experienced the mixed emotions of selling a beloved horse. Social Media and horses Using the hash tag #clydesdales, Budweiser asked Twitter followers of @Budweiser and Facebook fans to help name
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Each year, I travel the world to experience the best in food, wine, cultural adventure, and discover the most exciting places you must visit on your next horseback riding vacation. From well-traveled regions to lesser-known corners of the word, this year’s list represents what I hope will be some of the best horseback riding holidays.
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Have you always wanted to try horseback riding again, but haven’t ridden since you were a kid and now it’s a little intimidating? Have no fear. My friend Leslie Drate recently traveled to Oaxaca, Mexico and went horseback riding. It was the highlight of her trip! Here’s what she had to share about her horseback
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When you see a polo player raise his mallet or stick above his head, as it’s called in polo circles, it’s not necessarily to line up a shot. In fact, the raising of a mallet above the head by a polo player is actually a form of protest for a foul, also known as appealing.
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A group of enthusiastic riders had just arrived at the ranch keen to begin their horseback riding holiday. At that time the ranch strongly suggested that all riders wear hard hats, but did not require it if guests would sign a special indemnity form. A lovely, vivacious young woman decided she absolutely did not want
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If you love horses and going on horseback riding vacations while you travel, you have come to the right spot – or should I say blog? Writing Horseback is all about sharing the best places to take a horseback riding holiday. Nancy D. Brown equestrian travel writer I’m not a travel agent, nor do I
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Italy is one of the most romantically beautiful countries in the world, and there is no doubt, that after one visit you will be well and truly in love. Add horses to your itinerary mix, and your vacation will be a spectacular riding adventure. Nestled in the Tuscan Hills, some 40-minute drive from Pisa is
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Shot through both legs, with a bullet lodged in the bottom of her femur, Alaska guide Amber-Lee Dibble was told she would never go horseback riding again. Two months later, she was back in the saddle. Bob Foster General Manager of Lone Mountain Ranch has had experience riding with broken bones. He fell and broke
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