A Passion for Polo

Known as the "Game of Kings," polo was first played in Persia as training for royal cavalry units. Today, Argentina dominates the world's polo scene - with more top-ranked players than any other country. While playing on a professional team still demands elite access to a stable of horses, Inspira Travel now offers polo outings to all visitors - royalty or no - interested in exploring the adventure and rich history of this sport.

Inspira Travel's most popular day package, "King or Queen for a Day," is set among the grassy plains and country airs of the Argentine pampas, just an hour from Buenos Aires. In this rural setting, recognized polo professionals offer first-hand instruction for all skill levels. One of our insider instructors includes Marcial Socas, a 4-goal handicap player who is also brother of the world's top-ranked and ten-goal handicap Adolfo Cambiaso. The instructors' and grooms' keen affection for the countryside, horses, and the game emerges over a shared mate with guests. The smell of leather, swing of the stick, and tossing of the equine mane place our guests front and center in this lesson of a lifetime.

While major polo championships have recently wrapped up in Buenos Aires, tournaments continue through April. As passion for polo flares through Europe, Inspira Travel has recently partnered with POLOSTAGE Germany to bring private and premium packages to Deutschland aficionados. We offer visitors the best of Buenos Aires - classic city elegance - complemented by the tradition of polo in the countryside with workshops, games, and access to private clubs.

Most polo aficionados will only have the opportunity to observe this sport from the bleachers. Now, Inspira Travel makes this equestrian experience available to all skill levels, and all the more engaging with guides and instructors passionate about polo.

Hoping all your travels are inspirational.....

Our Inspira-tion: Caring for Argentina's North

We couldn't kick off our blog with a more appropriate post - honoring Carmen Salva of Tilcara, Argentina.  The country's lesser-known north is one of its most spectacular regions, and Carmen's dedication to keeping it clean...and energizing her community to join her...preserves the beauty of this mountainous land for residents and travelers alike.  It's no wonder she's been nominated a CNN Hero (winners announced on Thanksgiving Day).

Inspira Travel first heard about Carmen and her foundation, Esperanza de Vida through one of our hotel partners, Posada Con Los Angeles. This charming inn participates in these green efforts by setting aside the plastic bottles used by staff and guests for pick up by Carmen's volunteers. 

For those interested in travel to Argentina, let us know if  you'd like to get involved with this foundation on a journey to Jujuy Province in Argentina's north, maybe even join them on a Saturday clean-up!

Here's hoping all your travels are inspirational....