Exploring Irish Equestrian Heritage Ireland is renowned for its lush green landscapes and warm hospitality, and beckons equestrian enthusiasts to delve into its rich cultural tapestry. Ireland's popular equestrian sports are Showjumping, hunting, eventing, and racing. Irish Horses Native to Ireland Ireland is famous for the Thoroughbred and the Irish Draught and sport horse. The [...]
When it comes to equestrian travel, Canada offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rich equestrian culture. From the Rockie Mountains and stunning lakes of the West to the vast prairies of the central provinces, Canada provides a diverse backdrop for your equestrian adventures. Canada is not just about maple syrup and hockey; it [...]
The Danish Royals are one of a few European Royal Courts that still have fully operational Royal Stables. The Royal stables in Copenhagen, Denmark have been in existence since the 1740s and during the heyday, there were over 270 horses stabled here. Today they only have 20 horses kept at the Royal Stables at Christiansborg [...]
If you have a love of horses we have listed some interesting Equestrian places to visit in Paris (Information courtesy of the Paris Tourist office) The Museum of the Horse at Chantilly The Museum of the Horse is situated in Chantilly a short train ride from Paris. This is a unique place, and the Museum [...]
When it comes to equestrian travel in Portugal, the country's rich history and diverse landscapes make it an ideal destination. As a former maritime empire, Portugal's location on the Atlantic Ocean has influenced its culture and cuisine. The sea plays a significant role in Portuguese gastronomy, with dishes such as salt cod and grilled sardines [...]
The Portuguese School of Equestrian Art stands as perhaps the least renowned among the four esteemed riding academies globally recognised. This relative obscurity can be attributed to the school's closure for an extended period during the 19th century due to invasions and political upheavals. Faced with unprecedented challenges, the Royal court, in a bid to [...]
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. [...]
The description of the Golegã National Horse Fair and its significance in Portugal's equestrian culture is captivating. From an agricultural fair to a renowned event showcasing the Lusitano breed reflects the deep-rooted connection between the town of Golegã and its equestrian heritage. The diverse range of activities and competitions, from Lusitano showing classes to dressage, [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
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