Albuquerque Holidays 2012

Albuquerque at a Glance

Albuquerque is a fun and vibrant city situated in the heart of New Mexico. It is famed for a starkly beautiful desert location, Spanish architecture, energetic nightlife and the yearly International Balloon Fiesta, in which hundreds of air balloons take to the New Mexico skies and nine days of entertainment for all the family begin.

You’ll love Albuquerque if...

• You want a sun soaked city holiday with plenty of opportunity for outdoor activities.
• You want to take to the skies in a hot air balloon. Albuquerque is the premier destination in the world!
• You want a holiday rich in nightlife with plenty of casinos, bars and restaurants.
• You want to experience the breathtaking vistas of a desert landscape, so emblematic of the southern states of the USA.

Albuquerque Holiday Highlights

On top of 310 days of sunshine a year, the city enjoys a diverse and rich cultural heritage, perfect for those wanting to experience the famed American road trip lifestyle with its traces of Route 66 that still ignite the imagination.

• A culturally prominent city, Albuquerque is home to more than 100 art galleries and studios.
• The famous Route 66, which ran for an incredible 2,448 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles can still be seen in Albuquerque. The original neon signs that popularised the route in contemporary media light the way on what’s now called Central Avenue.
• Albuquerque offers a memorably romantic way for you and a partner to view the county from the dizzying heights of a hot air balloon or the Aerial Tramway which will take you to the peak of the Sandia Mountains. From the summit, 360 degree panoramas of the surrounding terrain can be enjoyed, while a host of activities like rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking are available. In winter the area is also a great ski spot!
• Famous for its nightlife, no trip would be the same without sampling what the city has on offer. There are a series of casinos, some offering large performance venues with national acts and musicians, while the Downtown area is the place to experience the local cuisine, wine bars and dance clubs.
• The area is famous for its food which fuses Native American, Mexican and Spanish cuisine to create a unique and flavoursome gastronomic experience.

Why Albuquerque?

Albuquerque is the largest city in New Mexico and a wonderful example of America’s Sun Belt cities.

• Albuquerque is a great destination for couples, with its romantic air adventures and the lively nightlife that promises a mix of entertainment, gambling, local cuisine and wonderful neon vistas that line the horizon, perfect when viewed from Sandia Mountains.
• The city doesn’t only come alive at night. During the day there are dozens of activities to partake including biking and hiking through the New Mexico Hiking trails, horseback riding and golf at the various award-winning courses in the region.
• If you’re travelling with the family then visit the Zoo, botanical gardens, aquarium or one of the several amusement parks and fun centres.

For inspiration on places to stay in the city, take a look at budget Albuquerque hotels or enjoy a holiday in style with luxury Albuquerque accommodation.