Boca Raton, FL (November 7, 2011) – Already equestrian sports fans are securing arrangements for the 2012 London Olympic which is projected to bring crowds of over 20,000 to attends the dressage, show jumping and three-day-eventing competitions.
“We are hearing a lot of buzz already about the Olympics, so close to the U.S.,” says Nathan Zieman of High Pointe International Equestrian Tours. “The excitement is building and people are beginning to lock down their travel itineraries.”
The 2012 Olympics will mark the 100th anniversary of equestrian sports in the Olympics. Over 200 riders and their horses will compete in London. The 1912 Stockholm Olympics welcomed 62 competitors from 10 nations with 70 horses.
High Pointe International Equestrian Tours has organized for the event select travel packages specifically for equestrian fans. They include: two dressage packages, a show jumping/dressage combination package, two show jumping packages, and two three day eventing packages.
One of the most beautiful spots in London will be the setting for the equestrian sports. Greenwich Park is so beloved by the Brits that the 180 acres will be returned to its original state after the venue supports dressage, show jumping and three day eventing competitions. One of the largest single green spaces in London and designated a Royal Park with stunning views of the River Thames and the City of London, GreenwichPark was formerly a hunting park.
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Dressage (August 2-8) and show jumping (August 4-9) will be performed before the Queen’s House, formerly a royal residence built in 1614-1617. The cross country course phase of eventing (July 28-31) will gallop through the park.
The packages feature four-star hotel accommodations for up to 12 nights, admissions, and breakfast. Some packages include transportation around London, a souvenir packet and a pass to the hospitality center in the heart of London. Tours are priced between $6,675 and $12,950 per person. They do not include airfare, lunch, dinner and gratuities. This price will fluctuate with the dollar/euro exchange and will be fixed at final payment.
“We pride ourselves on being available to our customers 24/7 when they are overseas,” says Zieman whose family has been involved with horses and the travel business for over 30 years. “We spend a lot of time with our clients to determine what they like for their equestrian experience, as well as what they like to do before and after the tour.”
For more details on the High Pointe Equestrian Tours to the 2012 London Olympics, go to www.highpointetours.com.
