www.albuquerque300.org http://www.albuquerque300.org Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Albuquerque New Mexico: A Southwestern Destination for Foodies http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/15/albuquerque-new-mexico-a-southwestern-destination-for-foodies/ http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/15/albuquerque-new-mexico-a-southwestern-destination-for-foodies/#comments Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.albuquerque300.org/&p=8 Even with a population of over a half a million people, Albuquerque’s ambiance gives it the feeling of a much smaller place. Albuquerque sits at the base of the Sandia Mountains that rise from high desert to lush conifer forests. The mountain is a playground and a tramway shuttles passengers to the top of Sandia Peak at an elevation of 10,378 feet for hiking, mountain biking and picnics in the summer and for excellent snow skiing in the winter.

The city of Albuquerque has endless activities and attractions with many museums. Amusement parks, art galleries, lively nightclubs and is host to the International Balloon Festival where hundreds of these colorful globes take to the sky. Albuquerque is rich in Spanish, Southwestern and Indian culture and it is reflected in the rich and varied cuisine. For the visitor who loves to sample culture through dining, Albuquerque won’t disappoint.

In keeping with its Southwestern heritage, steak houses offer mesquite broiled steaks without equal. Mexican food restaurants are abundant and those who sample the delectable tacos, tamales and enchiladas are hooked for life and a ‘foodie’s visit would not be complete without a meal of Navajo fry bread that is to die for.

]]> http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/15/albuquerque-new-mexico-a-southwestern-destination-for-foodies/feed/ 0 Family Fun in Albuquerque: From Amusement Parks to Zoos http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/12/family-fun-in-albuquerque-from-amusement-parks-to-zoos/ http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/12/family-fun-in-albuquerque-from-amusement-parks-to-zoos/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.albuquerque300.org/&p=7 There are a few great family activities that can be done in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The first activity is the Hinkle Family Fun Center. There are a lot of different activities that the whole family can do at the Hinkle Famly Fun Center. These things include a game room, bumper cars and boats, go karts, laser tag, paintball, mini golf, and rock climbing. The second activity is Cliff’s Amusement Park. Cliff’s Amusement Park has all kinds of rides for the whole family to enjoy. They have water rides, thrilling rides, and family rides. There is a place just for the kids called Kiddieland.Get more information here. http://www.prweb.com/releases/prwebroller_coaster_museum/theme_amusement_parks/prweb4549434.htm

The third activity is BioPark. There is a zoo, botanic garden, beach, and aquarium that are all inside of the park. This offers families of all ages to enjoy something at the park. The zoo is known for its exotic animals that it has. The aquarium has a 285,000 gallon shark tank on the inside of it. The fourth activity is It’z Family Food and Fun. This is a great place where the children can come to play games or ride all kinds of rides. They can also enjoy a pizza buffet while they are at this activity.

]]> http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/12/family-fun-in-albuquerque-from-amusement-parks-to-zoos/feed/ 0 The Arts of the Southwest: New Mexican Culture http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/11/the-arts-of-the-southwest-new-mexican-culture/ http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/11/the-arts-of-the-southwest-new-mexican-culture/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.albuquerque300.org/&p=6 As the meeting point between Native American, Hispanic and cowboy cultures, New Mexico has a lot to offer in terms of the arts. The state is home to three reservations and 19 Indian pueblos, where feast days are celebrated and sacred rituals are honored. In addition to the ceremonies, Native American arts, crafts and foods are readily available. American Indian jewelry, pottery, carvings and weavings can be found in galleries and museums throughout the state.
The Hispanic and Latino heritage is also present in New Mexico, especially in the architecture, traditions and music. Some of the churches in the state date from the Spanish colonial period, and are hosts to celebrations on feast days and midnight masses and luminarias at Christmastime.Confused? Here ‘s a little help . Sacred religious art can be found in churches, museums and elsewhere. The music of New Mexico is heavily influenced by Hispanic and Latino culture as well, with flamenco and mariachi performances accessible in several of the cities.
The cultural heritage of the Wild West era of the 1800′s is also present in New Mexico. Ranches and farms are common in the state, so the cowboy lifestyle is still widespread. The rodeos, the state fair, and the clothing boutiques are all cultural symbols of the proudly individualistic cowherds who once roamed widely through the state.

]]> http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/11/the-arts-of-the-southwest-new-mexican-culture/feed/ 0 Heaven on Earth: The Golf Courses of Albuquerque http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/07/heaven-on-earth-the-golf-courses-of-albuquerque/ http://www.albuquerque300.org/2011/10/07/heaven-on-earth-the-golf-courses-of-albuquerque/#comments Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.albuquerque300.org/&p=5 There are a few golf courses in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The first golf course is the Puerto del Sol Golf Course. The Puerto de Sol Golf Course is the only golf course in Albuquerque that has a lighted range on it. All of the fairways of the golf course is lined with trees. The second golf course is Arroyo del Oso Golf Course. The Arroyo del Oso Golf Course is located inside of Bear Canyon. It is not a very hard golf course to play at but it does have a few challenges like large greens and three water-hole obstacles.

The third golf course is the Los Altos Golf Course. The Los Altos Gold Course is geared more for the golfer who only likes to golf during the weekends. This is because a group of four people can play a round is less than four hours. This is great for people who only have a small amount of time that they can play. The fourth golf course is the Ladera Golf Course. The Ladera Golf Course has a large driving tee and four large lakes on the grounds. It is known for its beautiful views of the Sandria Mountains to the east.

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