New Mexico Vacation Rentals

Experience the Land of Enchantment when you stay at New Mexico vacation rentals and condo rentals in New Mexico.

New Mexico is a land of contrasts, from beautiful mountains, to wide sweeps of desert, to the mighty Rio Grande river. In the Fall, golden Aspen trees contrast with the brilliant blue sky. Wintertime visitors can ski in more than a dozen downhill and nordic ski areas. Spring and Summer are great for exploring the natural beauty of the more than 50 state and national parks.

First settled by Europeans in 1610, New Mexico's history has resulted in a blending of Native American, Hispanic and Anglo cultures. Many of the state's 19 Pueblos are open to visitors and some have casinos.

The crown jewel of the state, Santa Fe has a distinct flavor all its own. Travelers are caught in the spell of the narrow winding streets with their sun-baked adobe buildings, many centuries old.

The capital city has a population of only 62,000, and it attracts artists, natural healers and creative types from around the globe. Art lovers can stroll the famed Canyon Road, with nearly 100 galleries, shops and restaurants.

Downtown, learn about New Mexico history at the Palace of the Governors, then step outside onto the Plaza to purchase native American handcrafts directly from the artists.

Marvel at the spiral staircase in the Loretto Chapel, built without any nails, screws or supports. On summer evenings, travelers enjoy the world-class Santa Fe Opera.

Outstanding museums, including the International Folk Art Museum, New Mexico Museum of Indian Arts and Cultures, Wheelwright Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts.

Be sure to book your Santa Fe vacation rental or condo rental early if visiting in August, when Santa Fe hosts the Indian Market, the largest market for Native American artwork in the country.

North of Santa Fe, the smaller town of Taos has been is a mecca for artists for nearly a century. Stay in a vacation rental in Taos and explore dozens of galleries and shops on foot.

In Chama, board a coal-powered train on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad for a scenic ride to southern Colorado.

Visitors can learn about the secret development of the atomic bomb by touring the Bradbury Science Museum in Los Alamos. Bandelier National Monument preserves the remains of a 12th Century Indian village and cliff dwellings.

Stay in Albuquerque vacation rentals and experience a rapidly-growing city home to more than a third of the state's population. Ride to the top of 10,678-foot high Sandia Peak in an aerial tram car, or explore the historic ambiance in the Old Town marketplace.

If you visit in October, don't miss the colorful spectacle of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, where hundreds of balloons rise into the vast blue sky. Be sure to reserve your Albuqurque vacation rental or condo rental early if visiting during the balloon festival.

Noteworthy museums include the New Mexico Museum of Natural History, Albuquerque Museum of Art, Science and History and the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology.

The Rio Grande Zoological Park houses 1,200 animals from around the world, while Petroglyph National Park protects and preserves prehistoric rock art.

In the southern part of the state, mountain communities like Ruidoso and Cloudcroft are popular year-round, with winter skiing and summer hiking and fishing.

One of the great natural wonders of America, Carlsbad Caverns is a vast underground wonderland for visitors. One of the largest cave systems in the world, the caverns includes three miles of cave rooms and passages, and is home to a huge colony of bats.

Whatever the season, New Mexico offers something for everyone. Book your New Mexico vacation rental or condo rental today.

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