If you live in the Midwest or Northeast, the last dreary days of winter can drag on endlessly. Perhaps you’re tempted to load up your horse and drive down to Florida, but it’s just a bit too far. You...
The tropical forests, cobalt-blue sea and towering mountains of Maui lure thousands of visitors to this beautiful Hawaiian island every year. But only a few opt to see it from the back of a horse.
Exploring the West Maui...
Equine photographer Shawn Hamilton has traveled all around the world and been on dozens of horse-powered adventures. We asked her to share some of her packing tips for horseback riding vacations.
For in the Saddle:Riding helmet (I always bring...
Riding in the backcountry is balm to frazzled nerves and the stress of our everyday lives. If you’ve always wanted to take your horse on an overnight pack trip but didn’t know where to begin, here are some ideas...
In Part 1 of Road-Ready Tips for Hauling Horses, we looked at routine cleaning and checking of your horse trailer. In Part 2, we'll look at the maintenance that needs to be performed before your first trip of the...
The dream of taking a riding vacation abroad may remain just a dream for many of us. Not everyone can afford a week-long riding vacation in Europe or the opportunity to trail ride through tropical rainforests. But just because...
Most of us are sad to leave our horsey lifestyle at home when we go on vacation. The good news is you don’t have to.
Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, Va., which opened in August 2013, is fully designed...
Photos courtesy Connemara Equestrian EscapesFor centuries, the Irish have held an enviable reputation as top breeders of horses and ponies, known the world over for producing talented, athletic Thoroughbreds and sport horses, as well as Irish Draughts. However, there...
Show jumper Andres Rodriguez from Venezuela riding Caballito competes on the grass derby field at The Stadium at PBIEC. Photo by Allen MacMillan/MacMillan PhotographyLooking out the window of the jet as we circle to land in West Palm Beach,...
"Hurry! We want to cross the bay before the tide comes in!” Oddur, our guide and one of the owners of the Hotel Eldhestar where we were staying, motioned the leaders to pick up the pace. We all urged...
