In today’s episode Ute talks with Yvonne Koall, an equine photographer, videographer and travel blogger from Germany. Yvonne has dared to quit her job and become a freelance photographer, doing what she loves. So find out more about the challenges this decision has brought with it and about its rewards. Yvonne also talks about herContinue reading “EQA Podcast Ep 22 Photographing Horses in Turkmenistan”
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A Hidden Gem: Horse Riding in Slovenia
The team of Equestrian Adventuresses travels the world to film a documentary-series about women empowerment, horses, travel and adventure. So it’s no coincidence that they found themselves horse riding in Slovenia for the next stop in the film tour! As Adventuress Krystal would soon learn, Slovenia is a hidden gem tucked away in Europe. AndContinue reading “A Hidden Gem: Horse Riding in Slovenia”
The Exciting Life of Traveling Women Polo Players – Part 1
Rebecca Walters is one of the few successful women polo players in the world. Based in Britain, she’s constantly traveling and playing polo tournaments around the globe. Although traditionally considered a man’s world, the sport of polo is rapidly opening up, and becoming increasingly popular among women. In between tournaments and training her horses, RebeccaContinue reading “The Exciting Life of Traveling Women Polo Players – Part 1”
EQA Podcast Ep 13 Bosnia, Egypt & South Africa
In today’s episode we talk to Jane from the UK about her trips to various countries on horse riding tours. She shares her best and worst experiences and also gives lots of advice and helpful information for listeners to get started on traveling abroad on horse riding holidays. She also shares about her visit toContinue reading “EQA Podcast Ep 13 Bosnia, Egypt & South Africa”
The Healing Power of Horses: From Wheelchair to Riding Horses Again in Poland
California-born Kasia went to Poland to find the horse that would take her to Grand Prix jumping. However, her world almost ended when she was diagnosed with Lupus SLE and Fibromyalgia and she was told she would never ride again. This is the story of how her horses gave her the strength and courage toContinue reading “The Healing Power of Horses: From Wheelchair to Riding Horses Again in Poland”
EQA Podcast Ep 11 Scotland
Karen went on an amazing adventure with her deaf dog and her troublesome horse across 13 islands completely unsupported. She shares how her crazy rescue horse was downright dangerous and it was actually suggested by a vet to have her put down. When Karen came up with the idea at this last attempt to winContinue reading “EQA Podcast Ep 11 Scotland”
Unsupported Horseback Riding in Scotland – Wild Camping & Exploring the Hills and Glens
Claire Alldritt lives in Scotland. There she manages to go out several times a year on trail rides with her two horses. Not only does she go out by herself using one of her horses as a pack horse. But they are both barefoot, ridden bitless and using a treeless saddle. Claire’s dream is toContinue reading “Unsupported Horseback Riding in Scotland – Wild Camping & Exploring the Hills and Glens”
Horse Riding in Greece: The First Episode of our Film Documentary Series
The team of Equestrian Adventuresses decided to travel the world to film a documentary-series about empowered women working with horses in interesting travel destinations. It’s no coincidence that the island of Lesvos, Greece became the first stop for the film tour. As Adventuress Krystal would soon learn, Lesvos is an off-the-beaten-path destination in Europe. It’sContinue reading “Horse Riding in Greece: The First Episode of our Film Documentary Series”
Living With Horses in Spain – Meghan’s Off-the-grid Ranch
Meghan is a Californian girl who grew up trail riding in the sunshine state. Soon a busy career took her away from horses, travelling all over the world. Today, she combines an international career with her off-grid horse ranch in Spain. She tells us how she manages to balance the life of an Equestrian AdventuressContinue reading “Living With Horses in Spain – Meghan’s Off-the-grid Ranch”
Being a “Yard Lass” – Working with Horses in Ireland
When Vermont native Caitlin Boylan graduated college, there were two things she knew she wanted to do: travel and work with horses. The Irish Working Holiday Authorisation provided a perfect way to do both. Here’s Caitlin’s advice for applying online for jobs abroad (hint – have a backup plan), and why you should consider applyingContinue reading “Being a “Yard Lass” – Working with Horses in Ireland”