“No, no!” He laughed. “They’d be insulted if you even suggested it. The sort of ponies who move out there do it to get away from Equestria. They all have their reasons, or… more often than not, their great great great grandparents had their reasons and they’re just continuing the family tradition. But no, not part of Equestria. They treat Equestrian citizens same as anyone else who visits though, so it’s a safe place to go. Just don’t go talking about how much you like the Royal Sisters in shady bars late at night, or you might have an accident on your way out.”