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Insider advice on Northern New Mexico's top attractions,from the Georgia O'Keefe Museum in Santa Fe to Albuquerque'sInternational Balloon Fiesta to the High Road to Taos. Our authorhas checked out all the cities' best hotels and restaurants inperson, and offers authoritative, candid reviews that will help youfind the choices that suit your tastes and budget. Detailed coverage of the arts, history, and culture ofthe area as well as ideas for active outdoor vacations. In-depth information about the spa scene and nearbypueblos and National Historic Parks; detailed walking tours;accurate neighborhood maps; advice on planning a successful familyvacation; and side trips to Los Alamos, Chama, and the EnchantedCircle. Opinionated reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarmrecommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about theirdestinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpfulway. Exact prices listed for every establishment andactivity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews ofhotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but alsoemphasize moderately priced choices for real people. User-friendly features including star ratings andspecial icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values,insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overratedexperiences.

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This guide to Santa Fe, Taos and Albuquerque is one of the Frommer city guides which offer value-conscious recommendations on hotels, restaurants and sightseeing.