Its a Trip
Sandia Peak Tram photo by Jay Blackwood
Sunshine, mountains, near-perfect climate—and a 10,678-foot summit just minutes from downtown. Albuquerque offers fabulous winter fun.
Just minutes from downtown, Sandia Peak, a 10,378-foot high mountain has 200 acres of slopes. Access Sandia in two equally fantastic ways: a scenic half-hour drive around the Sandias; or if you have your own equipment, ride the Sandia Peak Tramway from the northeast corner of Albuquerque to arrive at the ski area.
From cozy adobe bed-and-breakfasts to downtown high-rise hotels, you’ll find your stay in Albuquerque to be comfortable and cost effective. The city’s hotel rates and taxes are among the most affordable in the nation.
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Albuquerque and New Mexico are home to one of the most unique regional cuisines in the United States. Native ingredients such as corn, beans, squash and chiles are mixed with Mexican traditional plates to create the uniquely New Mexican flavors. The most important ingredient? Chile. Whether it’s red or green, Albuquerqueans put it on everything. With a diverse culinary scene offering Asian eateries, pizzerias, brewpubs and cutting edge fine-dining restaurants, there’s a bite for every taste.
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Albuquerque boasts 14 golf courses, countless hiking and biking trails, horseback riding along the Rio Grande and hot-air ballooning to keep the outdoor enthusiast entertained on crisp, sunny winter days.
Whether it’s Native American antiques, boutique clothing, or hand-crafted Southwestern art, you’ll find it in Albuquerque. Check out Albuquerque’s unique shopping districts for trendy, locally-owned shops, authentic pottery, weavings, rugs and jewelry as well as major national retail stores.
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With luminarias lining the streets and buildings throughout the season and arts shows, festivals and events galore from Thanksgiving through the new year, an Albuquerque holiday vacation has it all.
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From cool slopes, warm food, clear skies and unique culture, Albuquerque has ingredients for an extraordinary winter vacation. For more ideas, visit
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