The Most Interesting Things to See at Museum Hill in Santa Fe

The Most Interesting Things to See at Museum Hill in Santa Fe 1

Thousands of years before we walked this Earth, Southwestern Native Americans began creating the rich culture and traditions that we can still experience today. Santa Fe is a city steeped in this history. The locals are proud of their age-old traditions and values that their ancestors once held so dear. If you’d like to take […]

Your Ultimate Guide to the Chimayo, NM Pilgrimage

Your Ultimate Guide to the Chimayo, NM Pilgrimage 4

Each holy weekend, the small village of Chimayo instantly swells from 3,000 people to approximately 40,000! The El Santuario de Chimayo is the final destination of the largest annual pilgrimage in the United States. Despite its immense importance to the Catholic community, not very many people know about its existence. Here is everything you need […]

Everything You Need to Know About the New Mexico Jazz Festival

Everything You Need to Know About the New Mexico Jazz Festival 6

What’re your plans this July? Join us in our great state for the New Mexico Jazz Festival! For 14 years, this festival has graced Northern New Mexico with talented jazz artists. Even if jazz music isn’t your favorite genre, these concerts can be a time of discovery as you admire the passion of the artists and […]

What Are the Best Northern New Mexico Hiking Trips?

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The idea of having a “relaxing getaway” is variable. Some enjoy the spa, others fantastic dining, and some enjoy the great outdoors! New Mexico is one of the best state’s for outdoor recreation, sightseeing, and is even one of the nation’s top hiking destinations! With so many awe-inspiring and challenging Northern New Mexico hiking trips to choose […]

The Best Finds at the International Folk Market

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The International Folk Market comes to Santa Fe each July with one mission in mind: to sustain and enhance the lives of local folk artists. Many of these artists practice the craft not only to produce beautiful pieces, but also to preserve long-standing traditions. There’s something special about handmade folk art, mainly including blankets, pottery, and baskets, […]

Have the Best Time at the Abiquiu Chamber Music Festival

Have the Best Time at the Abiquiu Chamber Music Festival 12

New Mexico is home to a diverse arts culture. For many years, Native Americans in the area used artistic mediums to express their life and culture. Later, these pieces became a key component of understanding Native American life in New Mexico and beyond. Music, in particular, played a pivotal role in Native American life. Music’s […]

Noteworthy Santa Fe, NM, Concerts You Need to See

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Santa Fe’s culture is loaded with various art forms. From tangible art like paintings and sculptures to intangible forms like music, Santa Fe has it all. A lot of the arts in our area translate a message about or represent something from Native American life. However, there are also galleries and museums that are dedicated […]

What You Need to Know About the Santa Fe Opera House

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Santa Fe is a city steeped in rich arts culture. From art galleries to theaters, you’ll find plenty of ways to immerse yourself in the arts and appreciate new forms of entertainment. One particular local attraction that has been an icon in the performing arts world is the Santa Fe Opera House. Opera newcomers and lovers […]

What’s the Best Way to Fight Santa Fe Altitude Sickness?

What’s the Best Way to Fight Santa Fe Altitude Sickness? 18

Nothing halts the excitement of a getaway like altitude sickness. Although this condition doesn’t affect everyone, it’s a very real sickness that brings an unpleasant wave of nausea and discomfort to those it plagues. Due to our area’s high altitude, approximately 7,000 feet above sea level, it’s important that you know how to ward off […]

How to Have the Best New Mexico Family Vacation With Kids

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It can be difficult to spend quality time with your family amidst daily responsibilities. That’s why it’s so important to plan at least a few fun-filled family getaways each year. When you venture away from your home base, you also leave some of the stresses of everyday life behind. This leaves more mental space free […]

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