GSlmo ba al l l BBuussi inneessss AAwwaarrddss 22002235 | | 1133 Paul put it: “In our line of work, you need to be a true jackof-all-trades. It’s not something you can learn in school — it’s something you either have or you don’t.” The team face new challenges every day working in remote, unpredictable locations, navigating everything from weather to last-minute changes. Flexibility is therefore necessary, with Paul and co. having a knack for coming up with creative solutions when things do not quite go to plan. “The more challenging an expedition, the stronger the friendships become”, added Paul. On the back of the strong team he has built over the years, along with his passion for horses and adventure, Paul told us that he truly believes he has the best job in the world, a view also shared by the other members of his team. For Paul, everything about the job is perfect: visiting incredible places, immersing himself in fascinating cultures, and meeting remarkable people with whom he boasts life-long partnerships. However, the most beautiful thing for them is the connection they forge with guests from around the world. “In a single group of 12 riders, we might have ten different nationalities”, Paul explained, “from Bahrain to Finland, Pakistan to the UK, Australia to the USA. And yet, on horseback, we become equals, friends, companions on a shared adventure.” It is for this reason that, across all of the horseback riding expeditions worldwide offered by Entre Orejas, Paul always lives by the same motto: “When the stirrups touch, the friendship is forever.” More information about these multi-award-winning international horseback vacations with local guides can be found using the link below. Contact: Paul Coudenys Company: Entre Orejas Web Address: https://www.entreorejas.org/ Instagram: @Entre_Orejas Sharing some of the most remote and fascinating regions in Latin America – from the Pantanal tropical wetland in Brazil to the wild plains of Colombia and the high peaks of the Andes – and beyond, Entre Orejas offers curious, openminded travellers cultural horseback riding tours like no other. Experienced riders love to channel their passion into something beyond a standard holiday, and this company offers them the chance to do exactly that, delivering real, authentic experiences that promote tourism as a force for good. From meeting local people and staying on family-run farms to riding with real-life cowboys, these adventures allow visitors to support local communities and the environments they inhabit, preserving age-old traditions rather than replacing them. This, combined with Entre Orejas refusing to offer standard packages and instead building tailored experiences for every client, sees the human connection kept at the heart of every journey. As Paul explained to us, Entre Orejas happened almost by accident – the result of him travelling the world at 21 and working with horses wherever he could. Whether he was shoeing horses in Europe, working on ranches in Australia, or living as a gaucho in South America, Paul rode in too many countries and worked in too many places to count. It was during this period that he discovered what really mattered in life, with these values of freedom, connection, and rich experience being reflected across Entre Orejas. Exploring this further, Paul shared: “Our clients often have more material wealth than we do as guides – but we’re rich in something else: in life experience, in stories, in human connection, and in understanding what truly matters. And that’s exactly what they come looking for. I don’t need to consciously remind myself to act according to my values — they’re just part of who I am. And because Entre Orejas grew from those values, they naturally flow into every decision, every new trip, and every partnership.” Of course, the small team here embody these values to the full, and these individuals have proven crucial to the company’s success over the last 30 years. Not only are they all excellent horsemen and horsewomen – sharing decades of riding experience – but they are also world travellers, capable of speaking at least four languages each, and have unmatched knowledge of the areas they visit. They are also the people behind the adventures, carrying out the admin, logistics, accounting, and marketing that makes them all possible. Renowned for offering the ultimate travel-in-the-saddle experience across Latin America and beyond, Entre Orejas is a unique company specialising in unique, off-the-beaten-track horseback riding adventures to some of the world’s most exciting destinations. The team here primarily deliver small-group rides for international clients, affording them an unforgettable – and ethical – tourist experience. Paul Coudenys, the man at the reins, was on hand to tell us more. Best Sustainable Horseback Expedition Company 2025 – LATAM & Ethical Tourism Excellence Award 2025 AIS-Aug25040
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