Santa Fe Expert Travel Guides

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Introduction

by Wcities Travel Guides

Despite its rich and sometimes turbulent past, Santa Fe was slow to grow. Until 20 years ago, it was not a major city by any standard. Since then, the population has grown from around 40,000 to over 60,000. Zoning laws from the 1950s, written... Continue reading »
History

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Although the history of Santa Fe is generally well documented, much prior to Spanish settlement and conquest has been overlooked by scholars. Evidence of occupation dates back to 1000 CE, when people from the Pueblos that line the Rio Grande... Continue reading »
Where to stay

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Santa Fe provides a wealth of lodging options, with everything from traditional hotels to bed and breakfasts available in the Plaza district, in Greater Santa Fe, and north of the city. Plaza For nearly 400 years, travelers to Santa Fe... Continue reading »
Eat drink

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The city of Santa Fe sits at a cultural crossroads—a junction between Native Americans, Old World Hispanics and Anglo-Americans. As these cultures interacted through the centuries, a singular brand of cuisine evolved that combined the utilita... Continue reading »
Entertainment

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Santa Fe is beginning to be known for its exciting cultural options, with everything from opera to theater springing up to critical acclaim. Museums and Galleries One of New Mexico's most loved artists is remembered inside the walls of... Continue reading »
Tours

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From the nearby rivers, to the surrounding mountains, and from the pueblos to the ancient heart of the city itself, Santa Fe offers literally hundreds of tour opportunities, here are just a few. Santa Fe Plaza Tour the historic La Fonda Ho... Continue reading »
Getting there

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Getting There Air Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) +1 505 244 7780 http://www.sabq.gov/airport ABQ is about an hour drive from Santa Fe and operates daily flights from the following airlines: American Airlines (+1 800 433... Continue reading »
Fun facts

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Santa Fe State: New Mexico Country: United States Santa Fe by the Numbers: Population: 62,203 Elevation: 6344 feet Average Annual Rainfall: 9.8 inches Average Annual Snowfall: 18.3 inches Average January Temperature: 3... Continue reading »
Introduction

by Frommers Travel Guides

After visiting Santa Fe, Will Rogers reportedly once said, "Whoever designed this town did so while riding on a jackass backwards and drunk." You, too, may find yourself perplexed when maneuvering through the meandering lanes and one-way stre... Continue reading »
Planning a trip

by Frommers Travel Guides

Arriving By Plane -- Many people choose to fly into the Albuquerque International Sunport. However, if you want to save time and don't mind paying a bit more, you can fly into the Santa Fe Municipal Airport (tel. 505/955-2900), just outsid... Continue reading »
Fast facts

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Area Code -- All of New Mexico is in area code 505. However, at press time the state was initiating moves to add another area code, which may affect Santa Fe. ATM Networks -- As in most U.S. destinations, ATMs are ubiquitous in the cities... Continue reading »
Getting around

by Frommers Travel Guides

The best way to see downtown Santa Fe is on foot. Free walking-tour maps are available at the tourist information center, 125 Lincoln Ave. (tel. 800/777-CITY or 505/984-6760), and several guided walking tours, as well as two self-guided tours... Continue reading »

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Santa Fe for the Art Scene

I'm a little delayed in this report of Santa Fe. It seems like ages ago and it was only last Wednesday and Thursday. It really is a lovel... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Ralph and Pat
A cosy casita in snowy Santa Fe.

Santa Fe reveals itself in a plain below snow covered mountains but hey where is all the colour? We had in mind a very colourfu... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler familyfromoz
A Day at the Bandelier National Monument

We departed the base at 7:30ish this morning, just a half hour behind schedule. Our first destination was Bandelier National Monument, wh... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Traveling Kings
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Santa Fe isnt so much a town....its a state of mind.Its a gorgeous historic town up high in the Sangre de Cristo mountains that blends hi... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler actonsteve
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Driving into Santa Fe This marks my first American Hostel experience, and I felt some trepidation over whether we can do it like t... Continue reading »

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