Spirit of - New Mexico Tourism Department

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Rays of Color
A woman shows
her braids and
jewelry at the Taos
Pueblo Pow Wow.
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Blue Sky Dwelling at Acoma Pueblo.
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Step off the plane and into
a land the artist Georgia
O’Keeffe described as “quiet and
untouched.” The sun-drenched
vistas, wide-open spaces and rich
ethnic tapestry of New Mexico
await you, offering an experience that will feed the soul and
connect you to the land in a way
no other state can. Authentic
cuisine, artful experiences and
the history of a state celebrating
its 100th birthday are calling you.
Welcome to the Land
of Enchantment.
Photography courtesy of New Mexico Tourism Department and Mike Stauffer
By Melanie Jarrett
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Chaco Canyon
Night Lights
The Balloon Glow at the
Albuquerque International
Balloon Fiesta.
We are all travelers.
We seek what is true and we push past what we know to be false.
The question is: where do we go?
What place is true and good and real?
Where is the place that will speak to us in a voice that is familiar and kind?
Where is true found…and false forgotten?
Where?
ALBUQUERQUE
Called the Ballooning Capital of the World thanks to
October’s International Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque is also
the largest city in New Mexico and a destination packed with
rich heritage and a long history. From rip-roaring outdoor
experiences to exhilarating events and authentic Native
American art and jewelry, Albuquerque is a city you won’t
soon forget.
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS…
exploring everything the natural beauty of the Albuquerque
area has to offer. Blue skies and 310 sunny days a year practically guarantee you the perfect weather for an adventure,
and the surrounding mountainous terrain beckons everyone
from hikers to bikers to rock climbers. The Sandia Mountains
serve as the backdrop for some of the nation’s best hiking
and mountain biking trails, but road cyclists will also find
something to love in Albuquerque’s vast network of paved
bike trails. Thrill seekers can indulge in a day trip north of
the city, where the Rio Grande hosts guided tour options for
canoeing, kayaking and white water rafting.
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Trail Warriors Bikers ride trails in the Sandia
Mountains near Albuquerque.
Photography courtesy of MarbleStreetStudio.com (Balloons) and newmexicostock.com (Bikers)
Adventure that feeds the soul begins here. newmexico.org
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Room with a view
Hop on the Sandia
Peak aerial tramway
for a scenic trip.
dino discovery The New Mexico
Museum of Natural History and Science.
FIND SOMETHING NEW...
Red or Green?
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The New Mexican chile is a dominating feature of the region’s cuisine and
leads to a common question at local
restaurants: “red or green?” Green
chiles are generally hotter and served
fresh, while red chiles are dried first
and offer a more pungent flavor. Can’t
decide between the two? Just say
“Christmas!” and get both.
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Photography courtesy of MarbleStreetStudio.com (Museum and chiles) and Jay Blackwood (Tram)
in the New Mexico Museum of Natural
History and Science, celebrating
the state’s centennial with the new
exhibit Dinosaur Century: 100 Years
of Discovery in New Mexico. Since the
first dinosaur fossils in New Mexico
were collected in the 1880s, discoveries
in the state have changed scientific
understanding of the ancient creatures.
Dinosaur Century celebrates 100 years of
these discoveries, along with the people
who made them. The exhibit roars to
life from May to August, when robot
dinosaurs take over the museum for
the first time in over a decade. The New
Mexico Museum of Natural History
and Science is open daily from 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m., with the exception of major
holidays. Visit nmnaturalhistory.org for
more information.
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ACT LIKE A LOCAL…
REST YOUR HEAD…
when you order the chicharrones at
Cecilia’s Café, the famously quirky
restaurant in downtown Albuquerque.
As featured on the Food Network’s
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Cecilia’s
has become a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Try the Fireman’s Burrito for
a behemoth helping of so many savory
ingredients we can’t list them all here.
at Sandia Resort & Casino, just north of
the city near the Albuquerque Balloon
Fiesta Park. Inspired by the state’s pueblo culture, the resort offers sophisticated
luxury paired with top-notch gaming
and high-energy entertainment. Stay
in one of Sandia’s 228 guest rooms and
enjoy stunning views of the Sandia
Mountains or the Albuquerque skyline,
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several spectacular courses, including the
Inn of the Mountain Gods Championship
Golf Course, designed by noted course
planner Ted Robinson and recently voted
one of Golf Digest’s “Top 40 Casino Golf
Courses.” Sunny western weather and a cool
climate make almost 3/4 of the year enjoyable for the sport, and the nine courses in
the area ensure a tee time is never hard to
come by.
or just make a day trip to experience
the 2,100 slot machines and Vegas-style
gaming. Sandia Resort has even become
a popular site for destination weddings
thanks to its lavish banquet rooms,
fine dining and emphasis on storybook
memories. Visit sandiacasino.com/weddings for more information.
Golf Galore
Play a round at the
Inn of the Mountain
Gods golf course.
FIND SOMETHING NEW...
on the familiar slopes of Ski Apache,
reinvigorated as the Switzerland of the
Southwest come summertime, when melting snow gives way to thriving wildlife and
spectacular hiking and mountain biking
trails. Opening in early August, soar in a
gondola over the green Ruidoso valley, up
to the 12,000-foot Ski Apache peak and into
the mountaintop gazebo, serving lunch
daily.
Routed in history Drive through time
on historic Route 66 in Albuquerque.
VISIT…
in June of course, but not just thanks to
the timing of this magazine. This year
June is a special month in Albuquerque,
as the city celebrates New Mexico’s 100th
anniversary of statehood with the New
Mexico Centennial Summerfest on June
16. The event includes 11 hours worth of
performances in five pavilions along
Route 66, highlighted by a free evening
performance by the Grammy® awardwinning band Los Lobos.
Discover the other New Mexico.
The moment you check in here, you check out of the real
world. Instead of traffic, crowds and inboxes, you’re
greeted with tranquil blue skies, picturesque fairways and
the ultimate 19th hole just steps from the course. Reality
can wait. Moments like this can’t.
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FULL CASINO | LUXURY RESORT | CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF |
Offer valid Sunday-Thursday only, June 3-September 27, 2012. Offer code: GLF11AS. Standard room included.
Upgrades are available for an additional charge. Blackout dates on hotel and golf apply. Limited or no tee
times available during golf tournaments. Golf is weather permitting (rain checks available). Tee times are
not guaranteed. Not available to groups or attendees. One offer per visit. May not be combined with other
offers. Must be 21 or over to reserve room. No pets allowed. Management reserves all rights. The Mescalero
Apache Tribe promotes responsible gaming. For assistance, please call 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537).
Nestled next to the Lincoln National
Forest in southern New Mexico lies
Ruidoso, a rugged resort town best
known for the nearby slopes of Ski
Apache. But to say Ruidoso is a ski town
would be to overlook all the rich recreation opportunities the region has to
offer in summer, from world-class hiking trails to horseback riding to fishing
in the many lakes, rivers and streams
that dot the alpine landscape. In fact,
Ruidoso has enough festivals, shopping,
art galleries, restaurants and resorts
to make those beckoning ski slopes an
afterthought.
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS…
world-class golf amongst the tall pine
trees of the area surrounding Sierra
Blanca Peak. The Ruidoso area features
when placing your bets at Ruidoso Downs
Photography courtesy of MarbleStreetStudio.com (Route 66) and Inn of the Mountain Gods (Resort)
RUIDOSO
ACT LIKE A LOCAL…
Race Track, which resumes its live
horseracing schedule on Memorial Day.
The season runs through September, cul-
minating with the All American Futurity,
the richest quarter horse race in the world
with its purse of $2.4 million.
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REST YOUR HEAD…
VISIT…
Winter’s boon of 750 acres of skiable ter-
visitors alike since Spanish conquistador
Don Pedro de Peralta founded it in 1609
– giving it the distinction of being the
oldest capital city in the modern United
States and a UNESCO designated cultural city. From world-class art galleries to
distinctive shopping and Southwestern
cuisine, Santa Fe pulsates with a vibrancy
and authenticity unlike any other city,
simultaneously paying homage to its rich
history while continuing to evolve into a
cosmopolitan city rife with world-class
attractions and amenities.
Crafted beauty
Visit the world-class
museum at the Institute
of American Indian Arts.
INN of
Intrigue
The Rosewood
Inn of the
Anasazi in
Santa Fe.
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS…
rain makes it the most popular time to visit
Ruidoso, but sunny summers with temperatures in the low 80s make it the perfect
season to take advantage of smaller crowds,
money-saving hotel offers and a treasure
trove of recreational opportunities.
SANTA FE
The 400-year old cultural gem of Santa
Fe has been enthralling residents and
Albuquerque
Fiensds ye on uc re
Mayor Richard J. Berry invites you to enjoy the rich palette
of landscape, art and culture that embodies our dynamic city.
Old Town – New Fun
ABQ BioPark:
Shop, feast and unwind in historic Old Town Plaza. Zoo
One of New Mexico’s top visitor destinations.
The Albuquerque Museum
Artistic works of New Mexico and the world.
The Albuquerque Balloon Museum
International and national exhibits showcasing
lighter-than-air flight.
the rambling charm of the Santa Fe
Southern Railway. A piece of living history, the 129-year old rail spur still runs
the same route that carried early settlers
from Lamy into Santa Fe beginning
in 1880. Day trains run year-round on
Fridays and Saturdays, but visit
sfsr.com for information on night, holiday or special events trains including
Sunday’s popular Beer, Wine and Cheese
Aquarium
See the moray eel tunnel, stingrays, jellyfish
and giant shark tank.
Botanic Garden
A lush state-of-the-art conservatory showcase.
www.cabq.gov/cultural-services • 505.768.2000
Photography courtesy of New Mexico Tourism Department (Anasazi), Mike Stauffer (IAIA) and Mark J. Gordon (Goldworks)
in idyllic luxury at the Inn of the Mountain
Gods. Owned and operated by the
Mescalero Apache Indian Tribe, the mountain resort sits on 450,000 sweeping acres
just outside of Ruidoso. Winter finds the
resort packed with visitors anxious to hit
the nearby ski slopes, but summer is when
the resort really heats up, with a wide array
of recreational opportunities including
horseback riding, fishing, paddle boating
and hunting. The popular “Sunday Under
the Stars” series returns each summer to
the hotel’s back lawn overlooking Lake
Mescalero, and features a rotating schedule
of outdoor film screenings and live musical
entertainment. If all the outdoor activities have you feeling lucky, celebrate your
good fortune with a stop in one of the two
casinos on property, featuring everything
from penny slots to gaming tables and
enticing promotions running throughout
the year.
Santa Fe Goldworks
Train featuring beers and wines from local
wineries and breweries.
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in Santa Fe’s savory regional cuisine, showcased at the likes of restaurants like Zia
Diner, a local icon for more than 25 years.
The 19th century pueblo building serves
as the perfect Santa Fe setting for updated
diner classics like green chile-piñon meatloaf, but the smoked salmon quesadilla is a
universal favorite.
The 22nd Annual Santa Fe Wine and
Chile Festival, held September 26-30 this
year, is a particularly savory way to sample
the local cuisine. Seventy-five of the city’s
best restaurants partner with 90 national
wineries for the five-day event featuring
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Tucked conveniently into
the southwest corner of
the Santa Fe Plaza, Santa
Fe Goldworks showcases
the distinctive style of
jewelry made famous
through New Mexico’s
bold fusion of culture
and customs. Over the
course of three decades,
owner and designer David
Griego has built a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship and exceptional
attention to one-of-a-kind
creations.
“The city and the
culture have very
much inspired my work
throughout my years of
living here,” says Griego,
who was born and raised
in the area. “All of the jewelry in my store is handmade in Santa Fe
and is very distinct to the city and the surrounding areas.”
Griego has created his own line of signature designs, but also
works with customers on an individual basis to craft one-of-akind pieces handmade from his original sketches. His attention to
detail and commitment to quality workmanship have made Santa
Fe Goldworks a shining star among a crowded jewelry landscape.
“When you purchase from Santa Fe Goldworks, you’re purchasing a very unique piece of fine jewelry with a contemporary flair,”
says Griego. “There is culture built into every piece.”
For more information, visit www.santafegoldworks.com.
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60 E. San Francisco St.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Ph: 505.983.4562
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cooking demos, tastings and winery
luncheons and dinners.
and more. Visit santafecreativetourism.
org for a full list of workshops and engaging cultural experiences.
ACT LIKE A LOCAL…
by immersing yourself in the culture
of the city through Creative Santa Fe, a
network of workshops, classes and experiences designed with the hands-on traveler
in mind. Activities include interactive art
classes, sewing and weaving, studio tours,
on-location photography, cooking classes
REST YOUR HEAD…
at the Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi,
a Forbes four-star hotel and one of
New Mexico’s most highly acclaimed
retreats. The 58-room boutique hotel
boasts elegant amenities and an artful design inspired by the creative
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spirit of the region’s Native Americans.
Handcrafted furnishings, rustic fine
dining in the hotel’s Anasazi Restaurant
and an ideal location on the Santa Fe
Plaza make this a coveted spot for visitors to the city.
VISIT…
during the warm summer months to
take advantage of the thousands of acres
of pristine wilderness in the nearby
Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Summer
temperatures in the mid-80s will have
you working up a decent sweat without
overwhelming, allowing you to soak in
the natural opulence of the surrounding landscape.
Hatch Chile Festival
Package for Two Includes:
Two-Night Stay for
Two at New Mexico’s
Premier Mountain Resort
$50 Resort Credit
Dinner for Two at Wendell’s
Steak & Seafood Restaurant
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Make the trip out to the Hatch Chile
Festival, held annually over Labor Day
weekend. The town of Hatch is just
a short 45-minute drive northwest
of Las Cruces and attracts more
than 30,000 visitors from across the
United States to the celebration of the
state’s most famous food accessory.
Admission is only $10 per car and
events range from the crowning of the
chile festival queen to a chile eating
contest, live music, an arts show, food
and craft vendors and more.
Photography courtesy of Tom McConnell
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