New Mexico Travel Guide - Travel in New Mexico
Our New Mexico travel guide will provide all you need to know to plan your trip to New Mexico. We research places to stay, the best restaurants, the top attractions, the best day trips and highlight special festivals and events. From the art galleries in Santa Fe to natural sights like Carlsbad Caverns, you will find what you need to know about travel in New Mexico.
Alien Theme Park in Roswell, New Mexico Planned for Earth People
I don't know if it was a dream or a carefully placed e-mail, but somehow I heard about an Alien Theme Park being planned for Roswell, New Mexico, home of of the 1947 UFO crash and the annual UFO Festival. So I went to the source, earthperson Bryan Temmer, President and Founder of Alien Apex Resort, Inc.
I don't know if it was a dream or a carefully placed e-mail, but somehow I heard about an Alien Theme Park being planned for Roswell, New Mexico, home of of the 1947 UFO crash and the annual UFO Festival. So I went to the source, earthperson Bryan Temmer, President and Founder of Alien Apex Resort, Inc.
All About Navajo Weaving – Why Navajo Rugs are So Valuable Today
Navajo weaving is a true American folk art. Born on the looms of the Pueblo Indians before the arrival of the Spanish, it was nurtured and perfected by the Navajo weaver.
Navajo weaving is a true American folk art. Born on the looms of the Pueblo Indians before the arrival of the Spanish, it was nurtured and perfected by the Navajo weaver.
Ancient Way Arts Trail of New Mexico
The Arts Trail is an expansion of the successful New Mexico Fiber Arts Trail. Ramah, located along Highway 53, is known for its Navajo weaving and has been included. However this new trail includes not only fiber arts, but jewelry-making, silverworking, painting, pottery, carving and more. What the two trails have in common is that they bring people to rural areas where the artists live and work. These rural areas are beautiful and provide visitors with a relaxing, scenic experience.
The Arts Trail is an expansion of the successful New Mexico Fiber Arts Trail. Ramah, located along Highway 53, is known for its Navajo weaving and has been included. However this new trail includes not only fiber arts, but jewelry-making, silverworking, painting, pottery, carving and more. What the two trails have in common is that they bring people to rural areas where the artists live and work. These rural areas are beautiful and provide visitors with a relaxing, scenic experience.
Best Spas in New Mexico
New Mexico has all makings of a great spa destination -- sunshine, natural beauty, spirituality and a deep sense of place. New Mexico spas tend to cluster around Santa Fe, the historic town that is the state's cultural center.
New Mexico has all makings of a great spa destination -- sunshine, natural beauty, spirituality and a deep sense of place. New Mexico spas tend to cluster around Santa Fe, the historic town that is the state's cultural center.
Camping in New Mexico
David Sweet, our About.com Guide to Camping provides this quick reference to campsites in New Mexico's State Parks, National Parks and Forests, private campgrounds and more.
David Sweet, our About.com Guide to Camping provides this quick reference to campsites in New Mexico's State Parks, National Parks and Forests, private campgrounds and more.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Located in the Chihuahuan Desert in the southeastern corner of New Mexico, Carlsbad Caverns National Park was established to preserve Carlsbad Cavern and numerous other caves within a Permian-age fossil reef. First established as a national monument in 1923, it was designated a national park in 1930, and most recently was named a World Heritage Site in 1995.
Located in the Chihuahuan Desert in the southeastern corner of New Mexico, Carlsbad Caverns National Park was established to preserve Carlsbad Cavern and numerous other caves within a Permian-age fossil reef. First established as a national monument in 1923, it was designated a national park in 1930, and most recently was named a World Heritage Site in 1995.
Cimarron Rose Bed and Breakfast Suites
Cimarron Rose Bed and Breakfast suites are located on Highway 53 near Grants New Mexico. Cimarron Rose is a relaxing place to stay in the pine woods.
Cimarron Rose Bed and Breakfast suites are located on Highway 53 near Grants New Mexico. Cimarron Rose is a relaxing place to stay in the pine woods.
El Rancho Hotel - Gallup, New Mexico - A Step Back Into Time
The El Rancho Hotel was built 1937 and is located on old Route 66. From the 1930's to 1950's, the hotel became a temporary home for many Hollywood stars. The El Rancho Hotel has been designated a National Historic Site and retains the charm of Old West Gallup. Autographed photos of the movie stars who have visited and Navajo Rugs surround the two story rustic lobby.
The El Rancho Hotel was built 1937 and is located on old Route 66. From the 1930's to 1950's, the hotel became a temporary home for many Hollywood stars. The El Rancho Hotel has been designated a National Historic Site and retains the charm of Old West Gallup. Autographed photos of the movie stars who have visited and Navajo Rugs surround the two story rustic lobby.
Fall Chili Roasts and Festivals in New Mexico
New Mexico Fall Chili Roasts and Chili Festivals.
New Mexico Fall Chili Roasts and Chili Festivals.
Kid Nation's Bonanza City, New Mexico - About Bonanza City, the Gost Town
Bonanza City was never a "bonanza." The short-lived town, now the setting for TV's "Kid Nation," never lived up to its name. Bonanza was founded in 1880 and was abandoned about 1885.
Bonanza City was never a "bonanza." The short-lived town, now the setting for TV's "Kid Nation," never lived up to its name. Bonanza was founded in 1880 and was abandoned about 1885.
Pueblo Pottery of New Mexico
Betsy Malloy, About.com travel writer, tells how Pueblo pottery is made, where to buy a piece and how to tell one style from another. A piece of pueblo pottery can make a fine souvenir, but quality comes at a price. For a fine piece of pueblo pottery from a well-known potter, expect to pay hundreds to thousands of dollars.
Betsy Malloy, About.com travel writer, tells how Pueblo pottery is made, where to buy a piece and how to tell one style from another. A piece of pueblo pottery can make a fine souvenir, but quality comes at a price. For a fine piece of pueblo pottery from a well-known potter, expect to pay hundreds to thousands of dollars.
Pueblo Pottery of the Southwest: What You Need to Know
The Pueblo Indians have been making pottery for about 2000 years. While early pottery was made primarily for their own use, contemporary Indian pottery is mostly decorative.
The Pueblo Indians have been making pottery for about 2000 years. While early pottery was made primarily for their own use, contemporary Indian pottery is mostly decorative.
Red Rock Balloon Rally - Gallup, New Mexico Balloon Festival
The Red Rock Balloon Rally is held annually the first weekend of December in Gallup, New Mexico.
The Red Rock Balloon Rally is held annually the first weekend of December in Gallup, New Mexico.
Truth or Consequences - An Affordable Spa Town with One Odd Name
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico was known as Hot Springs until 1950. That fateful year, game show host Ralph Edwards put out a call for an American town willing to change its name. The town voted, the name was changed and Truth or Consequences broadcast its 10th anniversary show from New Mexico.
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico was known as Hot Springs until 1950. That fateful year, game show host Ralph Edwards put out a call for an American town willing to change its name. The town voted, the name was changed and Truth or Consequences broadcast its 10th anniversary show from New Mexico.
Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway
The Scenic and Historic Area encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums, and restaurants.
The Scenic and Historic Area encompasses 15,000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Enjoy a breathtaking view from atop Sandia Crest, then drive back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos, now coming alive with art, crafts, theater, music, museums, and restaurants.
Visiting the Ancient Acoma Pueblo - Sky City Cultural Center and Museum
Visiting the ancient Sky City of Acoma Pueblo high on the top of a mesa 370 feet above the desert floor. New museum and cultural center is not to be missed as you tour New Mexico. Acoma's history dates back as early as 1100 A.D.
Visiting the ancient Sky City of Acoma Pueblo high on the top of a mesa 370 feet above the desert floor. New museum and cultural center is not to be missed as you tour New Mexico. Acoma's history dates back as early as 1100 A.D.