A childhood fantasy of working with horses became a reality for Haig Point Equestrian Center Director Rachel Allen.  By Rachel Allen.  I used to daydream a lot as a young girl- and those daydreams were always about one thing: horses. Even today, if you ever catch me staring into spac...

Classical dressage trainer and instructor Linda Bertschinger runs a training barn and farm that welcomes equestrians to the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia for dressage vacations. Linda studied classical dressage with Dominique Barbier. She was a working student at the Barbier fa...

Hop in the saddle for Spring! This Easter weekend, why not treat the family to a fun-filled ranch riding vacation?  With Easter right around the corner, we thought it was a good idea to share some of the great family friendly guest ranch destinations that are planning special celebrations f...

Equestrian adventurer Felicia Quon shares her personal experience of horseback riding through the land of the pharaohs with Ride Egypt. “Are you mad?” “Is it safe?” These were just a few of the comments I received when I booked a solo riding holiday to Egypt. I’ll b...

Take a tour on horseback through some of North Dakota's most awe-inspiring terrain at Little Missouri State Park.   One of the best places to experience North Dakota's famous badlands is Little Missouri State Park and the best way to see it is from the saddle. This wild and rug...

Dashing Through the Snow on horseback! Tips for making it fun this winter. by Darley Newman.  Just because winter is here doesn’t mean that you have to say good-bye to riding. In the right conditions and with the right gear, you can enjoy the crisp outdoors and have your own “das...

You might not have thought to put Iceland at the top of your list for a horseback riding vacation, but it’s worth considering. In a lava-strewn landscape reminiscent of Vikings and a rugged, bygone era, Iceland’s unique five-gaited horses furnish deep pride to the local community. By Su...

Equitrekking contributor Susanna Baxter recounts the experience of taming her four-year-old Kiger mustang, Shelby.   By Susanna Baxter Since adopting a mustang in late 2016, I’ve realized how few people know that we still have wild horses running free in the United States. Even...

Celebrate St. Paddy's in the saddle with an Irish horseback riding vacation. Renowned the world over for its affinity with the horse, Ireland is a country with a long and storied equestrian culture dating back to ancient times. This St. Patrick's Day, what better way to celebrate the Iri...

Experience the scenic beauty and history of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail on horseback.  The "Old Natchez Trace" is a historic forest trail that was used by wildlife, indigenous people, and early settlers. The 444-mile long footpath ran through Chickasaw and Choctaw land and ...