I travelled to Ireland as a non-rider and fully enjoyed the trip! The preparation went very smoothly, everything was prepared down to the last detail. Laure-Anne’s enthusiasm made me very excited for departure. I am still reminiscing on the beautiful room, the friendly service, the delicious food and the tranquillity of nature during my walks.

Last August, thanks to Laure-Anne from Outside the Corral, I went on the African Explorer in South Africa and Botswana and in one word, it was FANTASTIC.

I had never been on a riding holiday alone before, let alone a horseback safari. Laure-Anne was always available to answer every question I had throughout the entire process. She took my concerns seriously and responded quickly every time. Without her enthusiasm and support, I would never have had this incredible experience. If you’re considering a horse riding holiday, I would recommend booking through Outside the Corral. Laure-Anne is not only highly professional but also personally involved, which allows you to enjoy the trip completely worry-free.

The African Explorer itself was everything she promised and so much more. The guides were warm, hospitable, and helpful; nothing was ever too much trouble. The accommodation and food were excellent. But the true highlights were the horses: sweet, well-behaved, and forward-going. They were clearly well trained, cared for, and in great condition. The African Explorer is truly a must-do for any riding enthusiast!

Laure-Anne, I cannot thank you enough. You gave me an unforgettable experience, and I’m already thinking about my next trip, which will definitely be booked through Outside the Corral!

Fantastic follow-up and service to find the perfect holiday! Fast, to the point, friendly and everything was top notch! I had a fantastic trip that I will never forget!

My friend and I went to Monte Velho, Portugal, through Outside the Corral. From the very first email, Laure-Anne was enthusiastic, which was a great sign for us. She patiently answered all our questions, and the fact that she had visited herself made us feel reassured. It’s always a bit nerve-wracking the first time, but Laure-Anne made everything very personal: regular emails with updates, a clear final email with the detailed program, and even a personal card in the mail! At that point, we knew we were in good hands.

On-site, everything was perfectly organized. Monte Velho is a stunning place to completely immerse yourself in your “horse bubble.” It was amazing: beautiful rooms with even more beautiful views, delicious meals three times a day, and after an intense day of riding, relaxing in the jacuzzi while overlooking the fields with the mares. The horses were incredible: well-mannered, responsive, gentle, and well cared for. During the lessons, they never put a foot wrong, even when we were trying things we had never done before; they did exactly what was asked, with or without help from the instructors. And the instructors themselves were fantastic: enthusiastic, which sometimes took a little getting used to, as their English occasionally had a Portuguese twist, haha. All in all, we had an amazing holiday and would go back in a heartbeat, maybe even as soon as next year!