How to plan your dream dude ranch vacation for singles, groups, families and fickle travelers. by Darley Newman Interested in taking an all-American dude ranch vacation? As someone who's taken a lot of them, including girlfriend getaways, family escapes, and wilderness adventures while fil...

Top dude ranches and guest ranches conveniently located near Yellowstone National Park in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming, so you can visit America's first national park before, after or during your next ranch vacation. by Darley Newman After featuring dude ranches near national parks, includin...

In the historic Roman city of Jerash in Northern Jordan, I was able to try one of the most unique equestrian experiences I could have ever imagined, riding in a horse drawn chariot- rather racing- as a part of RACE, Roman Army and Chariot Experience. by Darley Newman It’s the NASCAR of o...

Riding Arabian horses with the Bedouin in Jordan was one of the most amazing adventures of my life!  by Darley Newman As my horse Chams began to inch forward past my Bedouin guide Atallah on his well-trained racing mount, my heart beat so quickly that I could hardly breathe. I pulled the ...

Interested in horseback riding in Israel? Check out these photos from Sirin Riders, a riding holiday outfitter that leads equestrians on riding adventures throughout Israel. The country of Israel is an increasingly popular destination for riding vacations. Combining ancient history, vibrant cult...

Take a dude ranch vacation this summer that's easy on the wallet and large on fun! by Darley Newman Looking for an affordable ranch vacation? If you've done your research, you know that prices vary widely from under $1,000 per person per week to over $4,000. While many ranches offer all-in...

A traveler celebrates her birthday at a working horse and longhorn cattle ranch in Southern Colorado, horseback riding to view wild mustangs. by Pamela Keller The morning sun beats down on the back of my neck as I sit astride Penny, my mount for the day. It is quiet, save for a slight wind rus...

If you're traveling to Western Belize, here's a not-to-miss a trip to Big Rock Falls and a special recipe that you can make at home for your own little taste of Belize. by Darley Newman Located on the Caribbean Coast of Central America and bordered by Mexico and Guatemala, Belize is a ...

Equine photographer Manuela Stefan shares the story of the stunning Lipizzan horses from the 'Sambata de Jos' stud farm in Romania. I can only think of Romanian heritage with a profound sense of pride. I travel the world but return to my home country whenever I can. There is so much beau...

Discover ranches and get tips for planning your summer ranch vacation with helpful and fun videos from Equitrekking's "Great American Ranches" PBS TV show. by Darley Newman Interested in a summer ranch vacation? After exploring ranches and experiencing ranch life in Alberta, Arizona, Hawai...