If you're planning a family vacation to The Land of Enchantment, read Trekaroo’s top 10 things for families to do in New Mexico before you hit the ground running.
One of the most epic family vacations in America is taking a Southwest road trip. This region of the country is a great place to enjoy the outdoors and fall in love with the beauty of the desert. It is also an ideal place to learn more about Native American history and culture. Visit national...
The air is crisp; luminarias and traditional holiday lights are up all over the city. Yes, it is time for Christmas in Albuquerque. Come bring your family to celebrate the holidays with all of the fun Albuquerque Christmas events. Enjoy holiday strolls, theater performances, visits with Santa, and breathtaking light displays. They will get you in...
Photo by: Bigstock/photojohn830 There’s no place quite like Santa Fe. See how the picturesque, red-orange hue of adobe architecture makes a striking statement against the crystal blue sky. Surrounded by desert fauna and cactuses, this capital city is the perfect spot to experience a sublime, out-of this-world kind of family vacation. In descending order, check out these top...
New Mexico is an amazing place to visit with children. Beyond the October Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque’s cup runneth over with family-friendly activities—at least a full week's worth. Plus, kid-friendly Santa Fe is just an hour away.
Some of my mother’s most vivid childhood memories are from Carlsbad Caverns National Park. She told me of her family entering on “a steep, slippery trail” to the “freezing caves.” Not surprisingly, I didn’t visit Carlsbad Caverns as a child. Thankfully, my family finally took a Southwest road trip including a visit to Carlsbad Caverns...
Once a year the city of Albuquerque becomes a backdrop as hundreds and hundreds of huge colorful hot air balloons majestically lift into the vivid blue sky. It’s the yearly International Balloon Fiesta, probably the largest in the country, and a family favorite. This year's festival takes place October 2-10, 2010, and its definitely something...
Ever think of visiting Santa Fe with your kids? Though it may not seem so at first glance, Santa Fe is a wonderfully vibrant place to visit for families with children. With a mild climate all year round and tons of sunshine, Santa Fe is a city steeped in cultural history. It’s a place that...
