February is almost gone and winter weather is persistant this year. On a recent visit to Tucson, AZ  I was greeted with sub zero weather and my thoughts are wondering off into warmer climates. I must not be the only one, because one thing is certain ... our clients are traveling again - is the recession over !?  Our Canadian friends enjoy one of the best exchagnes rates since the 70s ... the "Loonie Soars".
We have been very busy in the office and several of our trips are starting to fill up - some are already Sold Out for this year (Monument Valley, Grand Canyon). But not to worry - we still have lots of good equestrian vacation options for you. As a matter of fact we have added a number of excellent rides for you that you may want to consider ... have a look on our website with listings of all new 2011 rides at:
http://www.hiddentrails.com/tripfinder/newrides.aspx .
We are particularly happy about these additions in
Uganda, Bulgaria, Spain, Yukon in Canada, California Dude Ranch and rides in  Brazil.

Are you still looking for a great horseback riding trip this year ?
Here are some trips that I personally like a lot:
Peru:
Machu Picchu Mountains Lodges - a spectacular ride with superb accommodations along the way
Ecuador:
Volcano Avenue Ride - truly amazing countryside and some dates include horse and cattle round-ups
Uruguay:
Laguna Negra Ride  - wide open beaches and unique landscapes from Sand Dunes to Palm forests
Chile:
Torres del Paine Estancias Ride - breathtaking glaciers, lakes and wide open pampas
Mexico:
Colores de Mexico Ride -  one of the best deals
Classic Cavalcade - one of the BEST rides and see millions of Monrach Butterflies on trips between November and March
Canada:
Chilko Explorer Ride - pristine lakes and rivers, breathtaking mountain scenery and good paced riding
Appalachian Gourmet Ride - great ride in Qubec with fine cuisine
USA:
Pleasant Valley Cattle Ranch - ranch activities combined with luxurious accommodations and fine dining
Grapevine Canyon Ranch - this remains one of our favourite ranches with brethtaking scenery in the Dragoons
Pack Trips in Arizona - explore the Gila and Blue Wilderness of New Mexico