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Itineraries, the great outdoors, and neighborhood deep-dives — insider guides to Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico.

Route 66 in Santa Fe: Centennial Guide & ItineraryGuides

Route 66 in Santa Fe: Centennial Guide & Itinerary

Route 66 ran through Santa Fe from 1926 to 1937 — the original Santa Fe Loop. Drive the old alignment, plus a 24–48 hour stay for the 2026 centennial.

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Three Days In Santa Fe – Itinerary IdeasGuides

Three Days In Santa Fe – Itinerary Ideas

With so many options of things to do, places to eat, stay and play in Santa Fe, travelers often ask me for some itinerary ideas to help them make the most of their often limited time here. Three days...

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Visit Santa Fe Itinerary for Art & Food Lovers!Guides

Five Days in Santa Fe for Art & Food Lovers!

First things first, you’ll want a map to orient you to the area. Request your free map and I will send you the best one. The Santa Fe Selection Mini Guide Maps piece offers three easy reference maps with ideas on where to eat, shop, play and more in Santa Fe & surrounding areas.

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Ten Fun Things To Do in Santa Fe This SummerGuides

Ten Fun Things To Do in Santa Fe This Summer

FREE MAPS: To get acquainted with our area, request your free Mini Guide Map and I will mail it to any U.S. or Canadian address. Maps include the downtown area, City Major Streets and northern New Mexico day trip points of interest, and my top curated recommendations on where to eat, play and shop.

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Fun Things to Do in Santa Fe with KidsGuides

Fun Things to Do in Santa Fe with Kids

For a Santa Fe trip with kids, choose one main activity each day, leave room for play and meals, and keep an indoor alternative for changing weather. Museums, hands-on experiences and a seasonal living-history visit offer different ways to explore. Check current opening days, age requirements and admission before promising a particular outing.

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Santa Fe Weather & What To Pack!Guides

Santa Fe Weather & What To Pack!

Pack layers for Santa Fe: comfortable walking shoes, a warm outer layer, sun protection and a rain jacket are useful starting points. Adjust your bag for the season and your highest destination, then check the forecast before leaving. A city afternoon and a mountain outing can call for different clothing.

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Taos and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at sunsetGuides

Taos Day Trip Guide

Taos is only a 1h35m scenic drive from Santa Fe. Our curated guide to the museums, wineries, shops, restaurants and lodging that make a perfect day trip — or a memorable overnight.

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Mountain biking on a Northern New Mexico singletrack trailGuides

Mountain Bike Trails in Santa Fe

From Dale Ball Trails right outside the Plaza to alpine singletrack in the Sangres, Santa Fe is a year-round mountain biking destination. Here are the trails, the access points, and the local tips.

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