Welcome to New Mexico travel that snuck up on us slowly, one stop at a time. For many years, New Mexico was simply a state we passed through on the way to somewhere else. Like many travelers, we viewed it as part of the journey rather than the destination.
Over time, however, New Mexico began to reveal itself to us. Our first regular overnight stays were in Deming, thanks to Aunt Genie. She gave us the perfect reason to pause our travels. We spent time in a place we otherwise might have hurried past. If you’re planning your own trip, the official New Mexico True site is a great place to start.
Welcome to New Mexico Travel Along Route 66
As our travels continued, we discovered another favorite stop—the Route 66 Casino and RV Resort near Albuquerque. What started as a convenient overnight stay quickly became one of our preferred places to rest and recharge. The spacious RV sites, affordable rates, and easy walk to the casino and its restaurants made it an ideal stopover.
More importantly, it gave us the opportunity to begin exploring the surrounding area. During our stays, we ventured into Albuquerque and made the drive to Sandia Crest. The breathtaking views there reminded us just how diverse and beautiful New Mexico’s landscapes can be.
On our most recent trip through the state, we spent time in Las Vegas. This isn’t the bright lights and casinos of Nevada, but the charming, historic town in northeastern New Mexico. Like so many of our experiences in this state, it offered another glimpse into New Mexico. It showed us a side we had never seen before.
Although we’ve spent years traveling through New Mexico, we still feel like we’ve only begun to scratch the surface. New Mexico offers rich history, unique culture, stunning scenery, and small towns. There is so much more for us to discover.
What was once simply a pass-through state has become a destination in its own right. We look forward to spending much more time exploring all that New Mexico has to offer. You can follow this destination and every other one on our travel map.