Northwestern New Mexico Travel Guide

When you catch a New Mexican glibly saying they are "on Indian time," they're referring to a certain relaxed approach to schedules and numbers that is simply part of the way of life in their home state. But once you leave the urban areas of Albuquerque or Santa Fe and start winding your way through the red canyons of the northwestern New Mexican desert, the phrase seems to take on a new significance.

Northwestern New Mexico Hotels

Farmington, Grants, and Gallup are well supplied with chain motels; Cuba also has a couple of decent motels, but Bloomfield has the nicest chain options...read more

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Northwestern New Mexico Restaurants

Fast-food and familiar franchise restaurants thrive in this region, but there are also lots of reputable homegrown establishments. The B&Bs here most...read more

Things To Do in Northwestern New Mexico

Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.

Top Reasons to Go to Northwestern New Mexico

Chaco Canyon: Wander through the finely hewn sandstone ruins in Chaco Canyon and feel a mystic connection to Ancestral Puebloan cultures.... Read more
Buying Smart: Native Arts and Crafts

When you visit northwestern New Mexico, you'll have numerous opportunities to buy Native American arts, crafts, and souvenirs. But how can you... Read more

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5 Reasons to Go to Santa Fe

From historic holistic practices and "energy vortexes" to art galleries and fantastic cuisine, there are... Read more
Wine & Cocktails, Trip Ideas

Where to Drink Wine in Santa Fe

Whether you come for the art, the chiles, or the architecture, you'll definitely stay for the wine.... Read more
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Step Into: Breaking Bad

As you twitch in anticipation of the final installment of Breaking Bad, take a trip through the turbule... Read more