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Albuquerque’s Petroglyph National Monument
Albuquerque’s west side is bordered by Petroglyph National Monument, 7,500 acres of black boulders that crawl with some 20,000 carved lizards, birds, and assorted other beasts. Most of the images, which were created by chipping away the blackish surface “varnish” of the volcanic rock to reach the
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Visiting Ghost Ranch in New Mexico
The 21,000-acre retreat Ghost Ranch (1708 U.S. 84, Abiquiu, 505/685-1000) is owned by the Presbyterian Church. Ghost Ranch is famous for several things: First, Georgia O’Keeffe owned a small parcel of the land and maintained a studio here. Then, in 1947, paleontologists combing the red hills disco
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The Santa Fe Biking Scene
Mountain bikers have fantastic outlets very close to Santa Fe, while those who prefer the open road will love the challenges in the winding highways through the mountains north of the city. Rob & Charlie’s (1632 St. Michaels Dr., 505/471-9119, 9:30am-6pm Mon.-Sat., noon-5pm Sun. in summer) is
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Taos Plaza Walking Tour
The major sights around Taos Plaza are listed in the order of a potential walking tour. Stroll quickly to get oriented, or take your time and visit the museums along the way. Either way, you’ll pass a few other historical spots as well.
Backtrack and enter Kit Carson Park to find the cemetery wher
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Spas and Hot Springs in New Mexico
New Mexico is home to some of the finest hot springs you can find; some have remained glorious spots of relaxation away from it all at the end of a long, rewarding hike, while others have grown into full-service luxury spas. Whatever your preference, here are the best spas and hot springs New Mexi
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Best Places to Shop in Albuquerque
Old Town and the environs are where you can pick up traditional American Indian jewelry and pottery for very reasonable prices, while Nob Hill is the commercial center of Albuquerque’s counterculture, with body-piercing studios adjacent to comic book shops next to herbal apothecaries.
The Rail Yar
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Visiting Taos Pueblo in New Mexico
Even if you’ve been in New Mexico for a while and think you’re inured to adobe, Taos Pueblo (575/758-1028, 8am-4:30pm Mon.-Sat., 8:30am-4:30pm Sun., 8:30am-4pm daily in winter, closed for 10 weeks Feb.-Mar., $16) is an amazing sight. Two clusters of multistory mud-brick buildings make up the core
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Spring Fever Starts Now—Batter Up!
So, you think it’s a little early for Spring Fever? Then clearly, you’re not a baseball fan. The almost ritual pilgrimage to Arizona and Florida in late-winter when Major League Baseball starts its Spring Training season is an annual rite as quintessential as peanuts and Cracker Jacks. Spring Trai
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A Memorable Road Trip on Interstate 40, Part 2
Grand Canyon National Park Photo © Carl & Peggy Backes.
In my last post, I mentioned some of the most memorable road trips that I’ve experienced over the years. Although I find it hard to settle on my absolute favorite, I’ll admit that one of the most inspiring trips I’ve eve
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America's Best Small Towns for Travelers, Part 2
Photo © Carl & Peggy Backes.
Last week, I promised, in spite of my inefficient decision-making skills, to offer you 18 of my favorite small American towns. As I told you then, I was partially inspired by two articles—Budget Travel’s 2012 list of “America’s coolest small towns” and
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Cross-Country Adventures via RV, Part 1
Parked at Lake Mead. Photo © Phil Bryant.
Recently, I posted a two-part interview with Michael A. DiLorenzo, author of Adventures with Jonny: Road Trip to the Parks!, and though I’ve found myself inspired by Michael’s mission of promoting family travel to America’s outdoor treasu
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Driving in Grand Canyon National Park
View from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Photo © Tom Grundy/123rf.
For the most part, driving in Grand Canyon National Park is relatively easy—so easy that it can lead to a false sense of security. The park’s semiarid climate and high elevations mean that both desert and mountain driving condi
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Gateways to the Grand Canyon: Places to Stay
Stay outside the park and discover the charm of Williams, Arizona and its Route 66 history. Photo by edudflog licensed Creative Commons Attribution No-Derivatives.
Grand Canyon National Park, especially its South Rim, has some of the best accommodations in the entire national park system, but it’s
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Summer Fun in Phoenix
Summer clouds build over Sedona’s Teapot Rock. © Kathleen Bryant.
The Arizona desert may not be the first destination that comes to mind when planning a summer getaway, but sizzling summer temperatures mean hot discounts on Phoenix-area resorts and spas. You might score rates slashed in half
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Arizona's Valley of the Sun: Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona
Change may be constant, but in the Valley of the Sun, the desert endures. Photo © Noel Reynolds, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
The only constant is change.
This saying attributed to Heraclitus could easily be the motto of Phoenix, an energetic city that reinvents itself every decade
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Autumn Festivals & Events in Sedona, Arizona
Gumption Fest 8 takes place in Sedona on September 7–8 this year.
Sedona’s cultural calendar encompasses everything from intimate studio tours to grand galas. Most large outdoor events are scheduled for fall, when the weather is at its finest. To find out more about upcoming events, check the Sedo
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The Verde Valley Wine Trail
Page Spring Cellar’s tasting room is open 7 days a week 365 days a year. Photo © ariztravel, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
The Verde Valley Wine Trail travels from the banks of Oak Creek in Page Springs to the mountainside town of Jerome. En route you’ll discover an astonishing numb
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Sights in Scottsdale, Arizona
The Old Adobe Mission in Scottsdale’s Old Town. Photo © Natalia Bratslavsky/123rf.
Many of Scottsdale’s historic and cultural attractions center on Old Town, easily toured on foot or by hopping on one of the free trolleys that stop every 15 minutes along 5th Avenue, Marshall Way, and Scottsd
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Phoenix Day Hike: Spur Cross and Elephant Mountain Loop
On the trail on the Elephant Mountain loop. Photo © Lilia Menconi.
Spur Cross and Elephant Mountain Loop
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area
Explore the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area with this lengthy loop. This trail visits the waterside and a historic site. Dogs are allowed.
Level: Stren
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Phoenix Day Hike: Waterfall Trail
The Waterfall Trail offers close-up views of some of the best petroglyphs in town. Photo © Lilia Menconi.
Waterfall Trail
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
Take this interpretive and wheelchair-accessible trail to discover some of the most incredible petroglyphs in the area. This trail offers wat
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