New Mexico

“A Place Like No other,” White Sands National Park

New Mexico Sands National Park June 27, 2021 0 Comments

While visiting the famous Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta in October of 2018, we decided to head south on Interstate 25 to see White Sands National Monument.  We made a rest stop at a pavilion. Close by was this sign. Driving through southern New Mexico is stunning. Today, White Sands National Monument is no longer.  First designated as a “Monument” by one…

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The Majestic Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

Albuquerque New Mexico June 6, 2021 0 Comments

One of the unique festivals in October is to see Albuquerque’s annual “Balloon Fiesta.” The whole shebang began in 1972 with only 13 balloons. Since then, the affair has grown to over 600 balloons.  Kathie and I have witnessed this annual event twice: 2015 and 2018.  Both experiences were totally different. Most planes change in Dallas.  The day we traveled…

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New Mexico State Capitol (Roundhouse)

New Mexico Santa Fe November 9, 2015 0 Comments

A Few Tips Visiting $6,000,000 of Free Art The New Mexico State House (a.k.a. “Roundhouse”) is but one of two that do not have a dome for its capital building (the other state being Nebraska.) It is walking distance from Santa Fe’s historic district. The building is round with several floors and a unique rotunda. We visited when the New…

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The Shed Restaurant–Santa Fe, NM

New Mexico Santa Fe November 9, 2015 0 Comments

Deserving of at least one visit A very popular restaurant for locals and visitors alike, tucked into a quaint patio area in the historic area of Santa Fe, this restaurant deserves at least one meal. Reservations are recommended if you come during peak holiday times. We waited twenty minutes at the beginning of dinner. There is inside and outside seating.…

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