Albuquerque might be known most for the Hot Air Balloon Festival held each October where thousands of hot air balloons fill the sky each morning. But there is plenty to do outside of checking out the famous festival. The green chili isn’t to be missed and there is so much to do indoors and outdoors. […]
If you live in New Mexico—even temporarily— you need to take time to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Carlsbad Caverns was discovered in the late 1890s while searching for caves for bat guano. Because of the large room in the cave, it slowly became a tourist attraction. By 1925, Carlsbad Caverns became a National Monument […]
Although vacations are meant to be a break from the daily grind, it can feel completely overwhelming trying to plan the perfect trip. Vacation days are few and precious to come by. Combined with the added stress of trying to make the most of a budget and keep everyone happy – just the thought of […]
New Mexico is the “Land of Enchantment” and being stationed next to a big city like Albuquerque has its advantages. Lots of shopping and plenty of things to do. But it can easy to get stuck inside a big city and never venture out into the other areas close by. Here are great weekend trips […]
Summer vacations are truly the stuff from which dreams are made. Whether it’s walking the beach to collect seashells, building sandcastles on the shore, or stargazing on a dark, peaceful night – it’s easy to understand why so many wish summer would never end. And while luxurious, lengthy summer vacations are nice – it’s not […]
We are smack dab in the middle of summertime. PCS season is in full swing, people are getting settled in their new homes, vacations are happening, and the business of life is keeping us all preoccupied. But there is still time to make the most of the rest of the summer, even if you have […]
Kirtland Air Force Base and Albuquerque are centrally located in New Mexico and is also the largest city. There is a lot to see and do in and around Albuquerque, but did you know that there are some great destinations that make perfect weekend getaways from Albuquerque? These four top our list. Santa Fe, NM […]
The Sandia Peak Tram is located at the eastern edge of Albuquerque is an engineering marvel. It was built in 1966, it took two years from idea to construction and another two years to complete. Then it went through a 60-day safety inspection before bringing its first passengers to Sandia Peak on May 7, 1966. […]
In the U.S. – traveling by train isn’t typically the first vacation plan that comes to mind. But if you find yourself TDY to Fort Meade, you might be surprised at just how easy it is to take a relaxing and affordable trip by rail. Trains have a storied reputation as one of the most […]
PCS season is in full swing. With worries about new housing arrangements, getting the kids signed up for new schools and household goods (don’t get me started on HHG), I’m sure planning a vacation is the furthest thing from your mind. However, many military families often do themselves a disservice by not taking advantage of […]
