As our Ford pickup truck and RV trailer snaked along the two lane road entering Southern Utah we marveled at the red rock canyon and hoodoo formations jutting toward the bluebird sky in front of us. After pulling into Ruby’s Inn, parking our trailer, and checking into the resort, we circled back to Red Canyon […]
Bryce Canyon Utah Horseback Riding Read More »
Is there anything better than wine tasting in the Willamette Valley on a gorgeous afternoon? Well, yes there is if you enjoy horseback riding vacations. My husband and I were visiting friends in the Tualatin Valley and we had asked for a dog-friendly winery recommendation in the Greater Portland area. It was suggested that we
Horseback Riding Near Portland, Oregon Read More »
The Atacama Desert, in northern Chile, is the world’s driest — some parts have never experienced a recorded rainfall — and it sits more than 10,000 feet above sea level. The Atacama attracts tourists for its salt flats and their flamingos, a salt mountain range, saltwater pools, hot springs, geysers — and for stargazing in
Chile: Horseback Riding in Atacama Desert Read More »
Originally known as the San Antonio Livestock Exposition, San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo has grown in popularity faster than a barrel racer blazing down the home stretch. One of the most prestigious events in the city of San Antonio, Texas, the rodeo is family-friendly and attracts horse lovers, 4-H and FFA (Future Farmers of
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo in Texas Read More »
If you’re considering horse riding in Connemara, I have the place for you. Horse crazy as a young girl, I grew up reading horse books like Misty of Chincoteague. I have always wanted to ride a Connemara pony. My deam came true at The Point Pony Trekking & Horse Riding Centre. I found this place
Connemara Horse Riding at The Point Read More »
Irish National Stud isn’t a headline ripped from the pages of People Magazine. It’s a horse-lovers dream come true in County Kildare, Ireland. Irish National Stud & Gardens, just 30 miles from Dublin, is a must visit for the equestrian, horse-crazy girls and, believe it or not, garden lovers. That’s right, this Irish Stallion playground,
Irish National Stud in Kildare Ireland Read More »
There’s something magical about taking a horseback riding vacation in Ireland. When my husband and I drove up to Dromoland Castle we couldn’t believe that we would actually be spending the night in this fairytale castle hotel. Then when a horse and carriage pulled up front I actually looked at my husband and started giggling.
Horse Riding Ballyhannon House, Ireland Read More »
One of the most fantastic activities to do while in Iceland is to complete a horse riding tour on the majestic Icelandic Horse. Driving through the Icelandic countryside you will see pastures full of wild Icelandic horses. Tourists often stop to admire and take pictures of these absolutely beautiful creatures as they drive to see
Magical Winter Ride on the Icelandic Horse Read More »
“You mean you do yoga ON your horse?!” A shocked query is usually how news of my practicing horse yoga is received. I prefer to say I practice yoga with my horse—he serves not merely as a prop, but as my partner. The horse bug bit me before I was even out of the womb,
Horse Yoga: Taking Yoga and Horsemanship to the Next Level Read More »
