cowgirl travel

The Sonoran Desert of the Southwest is unique among natural environments and the four seasons resort in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers an equally incomparable destination from which to appreciate its rugged elegance and enchanting beauty. The Four Seasons Resort in North Scottsdale is nestled among ancient boulders adjacent to the rocky landmark known as Pinnacle Peak,...

By Darley Newman If you like boots with bling, cowgirl history and cattle in the city, then you might like a trip through Fort Worth, Texas.  There are lots of things to see, do and eat while in the city.  A good time to visit is during the Fort Worth Stock Show, which is held...

Photos and story by Ken Amorosano The oak studded hills and bucolic valleys just northeast of Santa Barbara, California are dotted with quaint towns and charming villages with names like Solvang, Los Olivos, Ballard and Santa Ynez. In between, meandering country roads wind through breathtaking vistas, horse properties, and sun-drenched vineyards, attracting wine lovers and...

Photos by Ken Amorosano There is quite a buzz about the sleepy Texas town of Marfa.  Major national fashion magazines such as Vogue have used it for shoots, raving about it as a bucket list, must-visit road trip destination. Maybe because Beyonce made a splashy visit and occasional sightings of a celebs from both coasts...

If you really want to test out your cowgirl skills, sign yourself up for a cattle drive adventure. Not only will you have the chance to play outdoors on horseback for multiple days, you’ll be challenging yourself to learn something new, enjoying an active vacation and actually helping out a rancher in a real, measurable...

The days are long and the wind is warm…and packing for an open road adventure or last minute long weekend trip just got easier!  Road trip accessories in coordinating colors and a few extra cool essentials are all you need to leave your cares—and over-packed luggage— behind. Cabin Bag The Belmont Cabin Bag – Navajo Mesa,...

Guest ranches of yesteryear focused on the family experience.  And while many still do, the new reality is that more and more women—often single or empty nesters—want to share their vacations communing with other women.   That’s why ranches and outfitters have created “women’s weeks” and “cowgirl getaways” that cater just to the gals. We’ve...

A secret of chic vacationers is to worry less about the clothes they pack, and more about the everyday accessories that can elevate a traveler’s style. Neutral-colored accessories in authentic, quality materials and stylish shapes are always a first class fashion ticket.    CHARLIE 1 HORSE Big Shady straw hat, $45; visit charlie1horsehats.com