Winter Vacation: Santa Fe, New Mexico
This is a colorful and artistic city with a rich history and plenty of festivals to celebrate it. With a culture based on a love for the great outdoors, Gothic cathedrals, chile-infused cuisine, and a deep emphasis on the arts, this truly is a beautiful winter vacation.
It also maintains a historical feel with its Spanish-influenced architecture that dates back to the 16th century. But one of the biggest reasons people visit is for its art.
The works of artists like Miro Kenarov, Georgia O’Keeffe, Peter Hurd, and Gustave Baumann fill the galleries, inspired by the city’s dramatic and evolving landscape.
To get a taste of some up-and-coming talent, check out The Railyard Arts District, stop by one of the artisan markets, or marvel at the glass-blowing demonstrations at Liquid Light Glass.
The Museum of International Folk Art and Georgia O’Keeffe Museum are also worth visiting. But that’s not all! Another part of Santa Fe’s artistic side is its music. The Santa Fe Opera welcomes many talented performers to its venue each year.
Active travelers like to hike the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, ski at one of the nearby mountains, and explore the 1.6 million acres the Santa Fe National Forest is well-known for.
