See what the experts are saying about Hobbs. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Tips on dining
You know you're in a food-conscious place when the local newspaper uses chiles (and onions) to rate movies, as does Santa Fe's daily newspaper, the New Mexican. A large part of that city's cachet as a chic destination derives from its famous... Continue reading »
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Tips for families
If you have enough trouble getting your kids out of the house in the morning, dragging them thousands of miles away may seem like an insurmountable challenge. But family travel can be immensely rewarding, giving you new ways of seeing the wor... Continue reading »
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Tips for gay and lesbian travelers
New Mexico is a pretty gay friendly place in general, especially Santa Fe, with its cosmopolitan attitude. Only in the smaller villages will locals look askance. Common Bond (tel. 505/891-3647; http://members.aol.com/gayinformation) provid... Continue reading »
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Tips for senior travelers
Members of AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons), 601 E St. NW, Washington, DC 20049 (tel. 888/687-2277; www.aarp.org), get discounts on hotels, airfares, and car rentals. AARP offers members a wide range of ben... Continue reading »
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Tips for travelers with disabilities
Most disabilities shouldn't stop anyone from traveling in the United States. There are more options and resources out there than ever before. Throughout the state of New Mexico, measures have been taken to provide access for travelers with di... Continue reading »
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Tips for travelers with pets
Traveling with pets can be a real joy, or it can become a danger to them, especially here in the high desert where interior car temperatures can be deceptively high -- or low. It's best not to leave your pet unattended for more than a few min... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
You may already have an idea of how you want to spend your time in New Mexico -- power shopping, perhaps, or time-traveling through ancient cultures. But if you're not sure what to do, here are four suggested itineraries, outlined in 1-week a... Continue reading »
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In one week
New Mexico is a big state. Covering it all in 1 week would only wear a traveler out. That's why I've relegated this tour to the northern part, which has the highest concentration of sights. You can gaze at ancient petroglyphs etched on stone... Continue reading »
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Active vacation
Anyone who skis, hikes, mountain bikes, or rafts knows that the Southwest is unsurpassed in its offerings for outdoor enthusiasts. New Mexico is no exception. This trip is for the road-warrior type of sportsperson. It takes in New Mexico's fu... Continue reading »
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In two weeks
If you've got 2 weeks to spend exploring the region, consider yourself fortunate. You'll not only be able to hit the highlights in the north, you'll be able to spend time getting to know such places as Chaco National Cultural Park, White Sand... Continue reading »
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For families
Although it's wonderful, northern New Mexico is not the most suitable vacationland for kids -- unless they already have a credit card and a precocious interest in history and architecture. Some hearts are better suited to Wild West action and... Continue reading »
