Journey back in time on horseback through Cappadocia on a village to village horse trek with the locals. by Darley Newman In ancient times the name Cappadocia meant “the land of beautiful horses” and the finest horses were raised in this part of Central Turkey. As part of my job as...

A Close Encounter of the Wild Mustang Kind. My travel and educational adventures with Mustangs a Living Legend, part of UC Davis Extension. written by June Wynhoff with photos by June Wynhoff When presented with the opportunity to participate in the UC Davis Extension Program: Mustangs a ...

Calling all Horse Lovers! Check out Equitrekking's Guide to U.S. "Horse Museums" featuring museums with collections of Western art, carousels, horse history, carriages, horse-drawn vehicles, Native American culture, ranching history and more! We've visited horse museums across the USA wh...

Love horses and history or just plain horse crazy? Here's your ticket to great horse museums with Western art, cowgirl bling, history and yes... live horses! by Darley Newman Often on our travels for Equitrekking, we visit horse museums around the world. Many are small and were started by ...

Part 2 of my "Downton Abbey" experience on an equestrian vacation at Castle Leslie Estate in Ireland. by Equitrekking host Darley Newman Read Part 1 of my adventures at Castle Leslie. A great way to explore Castle Leslie Estate for non-riders or the horsey set is to hop aboard one of...

Part 1 of my "Downton Abbey" experience on horseback at Castle Leslie Estate in Ireland. by Darley Newman Castle Leslie Estate in Glaslough, Ireland is an equestrian’s dream vacation destination and a great place for those looking for their own "Downton Abbey" experience. The castle is...

Mix history, nature and western hospitality for wedded bliss–– dude ranch weddings! by Darley Newman Always dreamed of a wedding with horses? Seeking a beautiful backdrop with history in the great outdoors? Want photos of your bridesmaids in cowboy boots?  A variety of dude ...

Have a unique idea for a new equine venture? Interested in being a horse show manager? Read on to hear from one of the tops in the biz, show manager Tom Struzzieri, President and CEO of Horse Shows In The Sun or HITS. I recently had the great opportunity to speak with Tom Struzzieri, President a...

Learn about Tsylos Park Lodge from owner Karen McLean, who grew up at this Canadian wilderness lodge on Chilko Lake in British Columbia. Canadian Bud McLean and his American wife Corinne dreamed of having a fishing and hunting lodge for themselves and future generations of their family. Committe...

Horse Riding the Silk Road in Turkey, we visit the 13th century caravanserai of Sarihan, one of the coolest rest stops I've ever visited. by Darley Newman You know you’ve found a worthwhile travel spot if you decide to go back for a second time. I traveled to Cappadocia, Turkey to ri...