edited July 27 2022 Located just about two hours north of Albuquerque, Taos is a perfect getaway for a winter weekend with plenty of things to do. Here are my…
5 Things to Do in White Sands National Park
The next stop on our road trip was White Sands National Park, a recent addition to the National Park family, as it was upgraded from a monument in 2019. What…
What to Do For a Day Trip to Carlsbad Caverns
After moving to New Mexico, I knew that one of the first stops on my list of things to do was a visit to Carlsbad Caverns. Here is all you…
The Beach
I have lived in the woods and fallen in love with the quiet of the forest and strength of the trees, and even the desert has grown on me with…
My Comprehensive Guide to Balloon Fiesta from a “Local’s” First Experience
I had lived in Albuquerque for just a year before I experienced the wonder that is the International Balloon Fiesta. And now that I have seen it, this event adds…
One Day at Pristine Lake Powell and Page, Arizona
Lake Powell is home to stunning landscape, and sparkling blue waters, which makes it the perfect place to camp and relax. Its proximity to Page, Arizona gives you the perfect…
Awe-Inspiring Antelope Canyon: A Must-Do Tour of This Stunning Landmark
If you only have one day in Page, Arizona, near Lake Powell, make sure you absolutely take a tour of Antelope Canyon. This beautiful slot canyon tour will give you…
Gems of the Southwest: Window Rock and Horseshoe Bend
We (my dear friend Nikki and I) left Albuquerque early in the morning for Lake Powell, AZ, the first stop of my 3 week road trip through the Southwest. First…
May Favorites
I am back after a brief hiatus, where I gave myself permission to deal with all sorts of other things going on in my life. But it is summer now,…
A Long Weekend in Denver
Last year for my spring break, I had the privilege of popping up to Denver for a few days to visit my dear friend Nikki, and I would now like…