Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque is a city for the senses with a fantastic climate, outstanding cultural opportunities, spectacular shopping, and a unique blend of old and new creating a getaway that is perfect for everyone. Founded on the banks of the Rio Grande as a Spanish colonial outpost in 1706, Albuquerque was built in the traditional Spanish village pattern: a central plaza surrounded by a government building, homes, and a church. This area is still vibrant today and is known as Old Town Albuquerque. Old Town features a a bevy of museums and cultural attractions such as the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History and Albuquerque Biological Park. Also in Albuquerque, visitors can enjoy the Albuquerque Aquarium, Rio Grande Botanical Garden, Rio Grande Zoo, Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque, and many more attractions popular with the entire family. Outdoor adventure can be found throughout Albuquerque. Hiking, biking, and golf are very popular past times, and a special way to enjoy a sunrise or sunset is by sailing over the earth on a breathtaking hot air balloon ride. One of the city's most popular annual festivals is the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Held in October, it is the world's largest, most photographed balloon event. Famous for spicy New Mexican cuisine, Albuquerque features some of the finest examples of Southwestern cooking, but it also boasts wonderful restaurants from a wide array of cooking styles. Every taste from Chinese to Creole can be found in this eclectic city. When out on the town, visitors can partake in theater or dance performances, as well as listening in on a vibrant live music scene. When visiting Albuquerque, take a drive 65 miles up I-25 to Santa Fe, the Capital of New Mexico. Filled with great restaurants, chic art galleries, adobe architecture, and spectacular Southwest shopping, Santa Fe offers many opportunities for rest and relaxation. Spend your days swinging away on the golf course or rejuvenate at a world-class spa. Package Includes:- Choice of accommodations
- Hotel taxes
- OnePass miles equal to credited flight miles
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