Roswell, New Mexico, is one of those places that initially comes off cheesy and only for UFO conspiracy lovers. In reality, it’s much more than aliens and UFOs.
Alamogordo is a small city in southern New Mexico. It’s the gateway to White Sands National Park and has a handful of interesting attractions.
Truth or Consequences is a small city in New Mexico featuring natural hot springs. There are also plenty of opportunities for recreational activities in the area. We spent a night there in order to enjoy the hot springs, but also had plenty of time to explore the city.
Albuquerque is an interesting city to spend a couple days. There are some great museums, important historic sites, and plenty of cultural activities. It also makes a great base for excursions to natural places and smaller towns.
Santa Fe, the capital of New Mexico, is one of the gems of the Southwest. It has an incredible mix of history and culture, and makes a great base for visiting other destinations nearby.
Always check your hotel beds before you settle in. This occurred at the Rodeway Inn in Española, New Mexico, on October 25, 2015.
Taos is a wonderful tourist destination in northern New Mexico. It has a little bit of something for everyone.
Ojo Caliente is an unincorporated community in northern New Mexico famous for its hot springs. It’s located between Española and Taos, and not too far from Santa Fe.
Bandelier National Monument is a great place for both solitude and archaeology lovers. It protects a beautiful canyon in New Mexico and several Native American dwellings and petroglyphs. It’s named for Adolph Bandelier, a Swiss-born archaeologist who researched the cultures of the area.