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The winter season can bring a longing to pack your bags and hit the open road for a much-needed vacation. New Mexico, for decades, has been known as the Land of Enchantment. The city of Santa Fe is the living embodiment of that now-famous slogan. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, Santa Fe is a hub for both avid and beginner skiers. The mountains also provide the perfect place to hike and take in the breathtaking nature of New Mexico. If skiing or hiking isn’t your thing, the town of Santa Fe has you covered with one of a kind charm and amenities. Home to the best museums, restaurants, and shopping, you will never have a lack of things to do in Santa Fe this winter season. To help you breakdown what Santa Fe has to offer before you plan your trip, we have put together a list of our favorite things to do. 1. Hit the Slopes for Some Skiing Skiing is the biggest attraction that brings tens of thousands of visitors to Santa Fe every winter. Ski Santa Fe is home to one of the m...

There’s a reason they call New Mexico “The Land of Enchantment”. With its many National Parks, deserts and mountain scenery, this southwestern gem offers luxurious views. Whether you’re visiting New Mexico for skiing, riding bike trails or visiting Native American pueblos, the state capital, Santa Fe, will likely be on your itinerary. While you’re here, take a break from the outdoor sights and recreation, and enjoy one of the many vineyards and wineries local to Santa Fe. Unknown to many, some of the finest wines in the world are produced in New Mexico. Sante Fe produces a wide variety of wine-producing grapes. So naturally, there are some award-winning wineries in the area that you must visit. Here are the ones you should be sure not to miss: 1. Vivac Winery At the Vivac Winery, every step of the winemaking process is performed entirely by hand; from sorting the grapes to punch-downs and bottling. Vivac selects the finest New Mexico grapes and takes the utmost care in gen...

When you're considering things to do in Santa Fe, one of the things you should definitely take into account is the vibrant nightlife scene in the city. It has been said that in a single block, you can discover virtually every kind of upscale and casual bar in existence, and enjoy yourself immensely at each one. The atmosphere in Santa Fe is pretty much entirely casual all the time, so there's no need to worry about what to wear, and certainly no need to purchase a new wardrobe for the experience. After you've spent a day at all the other Santa Fe, New Mexico attractions, why not reward yourself by spending some time taking in the after-hours pulse of the city? Below is a list of some of the places you should make a point to visit while on your Santa Fe vacation. CrowBar This bar's name is something of a play on words, with a giant painting of a colorful crow behind the bar, and the walls liberally decorated with more paintings in the Day Of The Dead theme. Alt...