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Real Name: Raymond
Lives In: Albuquerque, US
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New Mexico, Earth, the Best Place in the Universe

by AlbuqRay - last update: Apr 20, 2008

High Plains and Mesas

Enchanted Mesa from Acoma's Sky City
New Mexico, Earth, may not be "the best place in the universe" but it is an especially nice place to live and/or visit. The State's new advertising campaign with aliens playing golf in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains or fishing in a stream is very clever, but I still want to know how they get their pants on over their tails. There are also many other interesting things to do and see but you must be willing to drive long distances. See also my Albuquerque tips and travelogues for western and southern New Mexico, as well as trips from Albuquerque to Arizona, Colorado and Nevada.
Sandia Mountains

Craggy Mountains

These mountains to the east of Albuquerque are named "sandia" after the watermelon color they show at sunset. This is the west side (facing Albuquerque). The east side has evergreen forests. Much of New Mexico is like this, i.e., when you gain a little altitude, you get cooler weather and trees.
Roswell UFO Museum

Maybe Short Gray Beings

Most people hear about New Mexico via Santa Fe or the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. However, Roswell is also famous in its own way. See my off the beaten path tips below for more details about Roswell.

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Pros:"Many natural wonders and historical sites"
Cons:"Big state - it's a long way between things"
In A Nutshell:"The blending of three cultures in people, landscape and history are enchanting"
AlbuqRay's New Mexico Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 11 - Photos: 51
 
Restaurants
Tips: 6 - Photos: 25
Hotels & Accommodations
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 15 - Photos: 59
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 2 - Photos: 3
Local Customs
Tips: 3 - Photos: 10
 
Packing ListsShopping
Tips: 3 - Photos: 11
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips

AlbuqRay's New Mexico Travelogues
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Jemez Farolito TourDecember, 2006 8

Comments for AlbuqRay about New Mexico
AnnaMaria_365 Tue Dec 12, 2006 18:53 UTC
 Norma Jean Ortiz is such a talented women. When I get the time I come on the internet and look her up Norma Jean is my aunt, her brother Roland Ortiz is my dad. I have some of her pottery in my house.
kymbanm Sat Nov 4, 2006 04:57 UTC
 The ghosts at Burton park seem to be :)
Pawtuxet Sat Oct 14, 2006 23:26 UTC
 Shrines remind me of the ones in Poland. Love those southwest skies!! phenomenol. Sorry the radio towers had to ruin the view. Wish I could get back to visit the Turquoise Trail again.
Wann Tue Feb 22, 2005 19:11 UTC
 Nice to know New Mexico through your page .. Thanks
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