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From April to October, this playground is open for the young and the young at heart. It offers more than 23 rides, games of skill, arcade and redemption deals and a variety of great food and gifts. Centrally located in Albuquer... more
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A trip through this museum will take you through 12 billion years of natural history, from the formation of the universe to the present day. Begin by looking at a display of stones and gems, then stroll through the "Age... more
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Owned and operated as a nonprofit organization by the 19 pueblos of New Mexico, this is a fine place to begin an exploration of Native American culture. About a mile northeast of Old Town, this museum -- modeled after Pu... more
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The festival begins with the launching of balloons at certain schools in the city and in Rio Ranch. Various events are held each day at various venues. There are races, choreographed balloon shows, co-ordinated mass ballooning... more
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These lava flows were once a hunting and gathering area for prehistoric Native Americans, who left a chronicle of their beliefs etched on the dark basalt boulders. Some 25,000 petroglyphs provide a nice outdoor adventure... more
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Mrs. Kidd's FUNd said
… to the Petroglyph National Monument. We were afraid that we would not make it till this morning because they closed… continue reading »
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As a center for lifelong learning, !Explora! houses more than 250 hands-on scientific exhibits for visitors of all ages on topics as diverse as water, the Rio Grande, light and optics, biological perception, and energy... more
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If you are up to the challenge of a hike through four life zones, that climbs from 7,080 feet to 10,280 in just under eight miles, La Luz Trail offers you an alpine escape from the concrete jungle. On weekends, the trail is cro... more
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This was Albuquerque's first gaming venue when it opened in the mid-80s and continues to tower as the area's number one casino. Play blackjack, poker, roulette, craps, keno and bingo. Choose among over 300 slot machines that ar... more
Rio Rancho Travel Experiences
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National Parks of the West from Albuquerque to Ja...
Our trip aboard the Grand Luxe (formerly American Orient Express) was a very big and expensive disappointment. Our trip cost over $12,000... Continue reading »
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Albuquerque, New Mexico
Nice drive yesterday. I don’t recall the Texas panhandle and eastern New Mexico being so green. I talked to one of the gentleman at the R... Continue reading »
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Enchanted in New Mexico
This morning I woke with dawn in Bernalillo (yesterday is of little consequence for y’all, I needed to cover some miles and didn’t want... Continue reading »
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Exploring Old Town in the Snow
We didn't have a lot of time to spend in Albuquerqu, so we stayed at a hotel new Old Town so we could go exploring in the morning. The ci... Continue reading »
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Albuquerque, petroglyphs and more
We had a good night sleep and were ready to head to Albuquerque Sat. morning. We went to an eco-building conference that morning. It too... Continue reading »
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Popular Rio Rancho Hotels
- Days Inn Rio Rancho
- Inn At Rio Rancho & Conference Center
- Extended Stay Deluxe Albuquerque - Rio Rancho Blvd.
- Extended Stay America Albuquerque - Rio Rancho
- Super 8 Motel - Rio Rancho
- Comfort Inn Rio Rancho
- Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque North/Rio Rancho
