Mexican Folk Legend’s Los Tres Potrillos Ranch

Visiting the “Frank Sinatra of Mexico’s” Ranch, Vicente Fernandez’s Los Tres Potrillos in Guadalajara. by Darley Newman We arrived to the gate of Vicente Fernandez’s Guadalajara ranch in Mexico to find fans waiting outside. Though Los Tres Potrillos, The Thre...

Ireland Horseback Riding Vacations Photo Journey- Galway

On the West Coast of Ireland, just south of Connemara, County Clare encompasses many of the dramatic landscapes of Ireland. Take a horse ride with us to explore it in this photo journey with one of the most popular equestrian vacations in Ireland! by Darley Newman County Clare is home to the B...

Modern Mongolian Saddles Showcased as Works of Art

Stone Horse Expeditions & Travel's hand-made saddles displayed in art gallery in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. by Darley Newman Throughout history, the horses of Mongolia have stood out, making their mark as war horses during Genghis Khan's conquests and as the companions of expert h...

Treehouse Brunch Ride in Botswana’s Okavango Delta

For a Champagne toast from a treehouse overlooking the world's largest inland delta, saddle up for this horse safari in Botswana and one of the coolest brunches I've ever experienced. by Darley Newman One of the best ways to get around Botswana’s Okavango Delta, the world’s...

Horseback Riding in Texas’ Windmill Dotted Landscapes

Fun trivia related to the history of windmills in Texas, which you'll spot dotting big ranches and remote landscapes if you go horseback riding in Texas. by Darley Newman If you horseback ride in Texas, you'll likely see windmills dotting the landscapes. According to the Texas State Hi...

My horse camp experience and how it changed my life

Thinking of sending your child to horse camp? It's a great place to get introduced to horses, gain lifelong skills and friends.... And you just never know how what you learn may influence your later life. by Darley Newman Many people ask me how I first got into horseback riding. I was luck...

Cattle Drives in Wyoming, Kansas, Colorado and Beyond

From Wyoming to Colorado to Kansas, where to participate in cattle drives on your next vacation. by Darley Newman We've received several inquiries in the last few days about where to participate in a cattle drive vacation. While all of these destinations we've highlighted in the E...

Equitrekking.com’s Top Articles of 2014

The most popular articles, as measured by your clicks, on Equitrekking.com in 2014. by Darley Newman Your top 14 picks were diverse, including great places to horseback ride across the USA, wild horses, girlfriend getaways and more. What do you want to see more of in 2015? Tell us by contac...

Castle Leslie Christmas in Ireland

Castle Leslie is a dreamy place to visit any time of the year, but during the holidays it's particularly beautiful. Check out photos of Castle Leslie decorated for Christmas. by Darley Newman Enjoy afternoon tea beside one of the many roaring fireplaces and Christmas trees around every cor...

10 Things to Love about Horseback Pack Trips

A horseback pack trip gets you out into the wilderness to truly discover the call of the wild! Here's what we love about packing out on horseback! by Darley Newman If you really want to get into the wilderness, a horseback pack trip is a great option. It gets you to pristine places faster ...