The Dublin Horse Show – Ireland
Dublin Show The Irish capital is more than just brews, amazing architecture and craic. Dublin Horse Show is the largest equestrian event in all of Ireland and something you don’t want to miss. Every year the best horses are on display as well as national and international show-jumpers. When the annual Dublin Horse Show takes place, there is nothing quite like it and we have all the information you need, straight from the horse’s mouth! A historical [...]
Using Mobile Phones – Overseas
We often get asked what the best option for overseas mobile usage is. This depends on many factors including how long you are away for, and which provider you are with. If you decide to take your phone with you overseas you must be aware of a few things so you do not end up with a costly phone bill when you come home. Before you travel overseas contact your mobile phone company to check [...]
Spruce Meadows – Canada
Spruce Meadows Spruce Meadows is an equestrian facility in Calgary, Alberta built by the Southern Family and opened in 1976. The show jumping complex is in the foothills of the Alberta Rocky Mountains just south of the city and comprises 360 acres. It hosts 500,000 visitors annually and has a stable capacity for 1,000 horses. Spruce Meadows is open for visitors 365 days of the year. It is an all-season facility that hosts conventions and [...]
The Royal Mews in London
The Royal Mews is a busy working Mews looking after the transport of the Royal household and is owned by the British Royal Family. The Mews was first established in Charing Cross, London in the 1820s. Today the Royal Mews is located very close to Buckingham Palace. It is still very important in providing road transport for The King and the members of the Royal family by both horse-drawn carriage and motor car. The Royal [...]
Get to Know Snaffle Travel Founder
Get to Know Snaffle Travel founder - "Tania Huppatz"..... I thought I would take the time to let you know a bit about myself. My name is Tania Huppatz and I am the Snaffle Travel Founder, and I wanted to share a little about me as I host many of the Snaffle Travel tours. You can learn about what makes me tick as well as learn a little about my past travel experiences and escapades [...]
Have you lost your bags?
Lost Luggage and why your luggage could go amiss… Travelling and lost luggage has been on everyone’s minds recently. Some airports have been worse than others and a few airports placed caps on flights to manage the crisis. So, people started purchasing air tags and placing them in luggage and trying all sorts of things. I travelled all through Europe in 2022 and 2023 to various countries on numerous flights from low-cost Ryan Air to [...]
Calgary Stampede
The Calgary Stampede is held for 10 days and nights every July, Calgary puts on its white hat and welcomes the world. “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”, is the most authentic, memorable western experience you could ever pack into a single trip. You'll become a cowboy or cowgirl, witnessing the world’s top rodeo, thrilling chuckwagon races, First Nation culture, Agriculture showcase, live music, and much more. And because Calgary is located only one hour from Canada’s [...]
Fancy a visit to Scotland & Blair Castle International Horse Trials?
Blair Castle International Horse Trials Scotland's most prestigious equestrian event, the Land Rover Blair Castle International Horse Trials Has Scotland always been on your bucket list? Start saving now.... Blair Castle International Horse Trials & the Highlights of Scotland tour includes some amazing highlights with first-rate sightseeing, showcasing the best of Scotland’s scenery, historical castles and not to forget wonderful Scottish hospitality. The Blair Castle Horse Trials are held annually in the grounds near the village of [...]
Snaffle Travel in the Media and Magazines
We have been in the media quite a bit lately with a few magazines printing our articles on some of our amazing riding holidays. Our client Stephanie Abbott wrote about her wonderful Dressage holiday riding holiday in Spain and this was published in Equestrian Life magazine. Read the article HERE Snaffle Travel www.snaffletravel.com.au
International Roundup May 2023
Snaffle Travel attended the Badminton Horse Trials and the Longines Global Show Jumping Championships in Madrid in May 2023 To view the June edition of Equestrian Hub please follow the link HERE
Your Equestrian Travel Guide to Spain
Spain is an incredible destination to visit with its diverse and vibrant culture and landscape. With over 45 UNESCO World Heritage sites, 8000 kilometres of coastline, and some of Europe's highest mountains, there are so many reasons to visit Spain. The history of this amazing country is tightly interwoven with horses, with cave paintings dating back 30,000 years depicting them in the landscape. The Purebred Spanish Horse (or P.R.E - Pura Raza Española), also known [...]
Hoof Beats Magazine – France Riding Holiday
This is still one of my favourite riding holidays of all time and I have some very fond memories. My France riding holiday was published in the Hoofbeats magazine in the July/August edition. We rode through some of the most beautiful countryside, along bridleways, and through local villages and vineyards. The food was fabulous food and we tasted some very nice red wine from the region of Bordeaux. If you are a wine lover you [...]
The Big Four Riding Schools of Europe
For centuries, the Riding schools of Europe were established for the Kings and Queens and nobilities for the pleasure to watch the court equestrian games and the classical dressage. Horses were required to be highly schooled, talented, and a strong mount capable of moving swiftly and obediently offering a unique advantage over an enemy. For many centuries, wars were fought and won from the back of the horse and the horse is an important part [...]
Burghley Horse Trials
Snaffle Travel attended Burghley Horse Trials in September 2022 and 2023. It was a fantastic event to experience and exciting to watch some of the “World’s best riders” with the gorgeous Burghley House and the lake in the background. Land Rover Burghley attracts large crowds to witness top-class equestrian action, with some amazing shopping avenues as well as many other attractions and activities on offer in this truly stunning location. The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials [...]
Travel packing tips
Helpful travelling tips ? Prepare for a safe trip If you are jetting away soon, you should take it into consideration when packing to make your journey as smooth as possible. Keep up with local rules and regulations Be sure to check entry requirements as these can vary from country to country. Check Smart Traveller AU or Safe Travel NZ, and the official government sites for the latest restrictions and requirements for the country you [...]
More Than Just Horse Shows
Many of us don’t aspire to or have the opportunity to compete at the high level but it is so amazing to watch some of the World’s top riders in action with such charisma and precision. There are many competitions around the world that the World’s best riders and horses compete. The top events are the Olympics, and the World Equestrian Games which are held every four years, World Cups, Nation Cups, Global Champions Show [...]
Icelandic Sheep Round-up
Every September, Icelandic farmers, riders on Icelandic horse's and entire communities take part in the annual tradition of the sheep roundup called the réttir. This may mean scaling mountains and valleys to collect their sheep and before Iceland’s long dark winters sets in. The sheep roundup is one of the most important events in Iceland’s countryside and visitors are most welcome. Sheep are important to the farmers and their livelihood as well as important to Iceland: [...]
Stay in your very own Castle at “Castle Leslie”
Have you ever dreamed of staying in a Castle? The beautiful Castle Leslie in County Monaghan, just 90 minutes north of Dublin, has a history of rock stars, war heroes, equestrians, aristocratic heritage and its surprisingly affordable. Castle Leslie Estate and its world class Equestrian Centre, nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodlands and glittering lakes. The Estate offers an idyllic setting for outdoor activity and adventure. It is the [...]
How to Travel Safe & Avoid Scams
How To Avoid Pickpockets on your Holiday A trip away is a time to unwind, recharge and take in new experiences and the last thing you want is to be come of a victim of a horrid pickpocketing experience. You don't want to be the one wistfully talked of as ‘that cousin who was robbed in Madrid’ at family gatherings to come! Pick pocketing is rampant around the world and their techniques are so highly [...]
Some interesting facts about the Household Cavalry
Interesting Facts about the Household Cavalry The Household Cavalry consists of two regiments, armoured reconnaissance and mounted ceremonial, with both units manned equally by soldiers from two regiments, the Life Guards and the Blues and Royals. It is one of the oldest regiments in the British Army and has taken part in every major campaign since 1660. The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment is based in Hyde Park, Knightsbridge and provides ceremonial troops for all state [...]
