Santa Fe Convention and Visitors Bureau

June 11, 2013: An all-welcoming destination known for its rich heritage, renowned cuisine and esteemed arts and culture, Santa Fe has long shared an open-minded spirit to visitors of all lifestyles. In April, the Santa Fe City Council gained international attention when it passed a resolution recognizing gay marriage as legal in New Mexico. Already a leader in gay rights, Continue...

June 12, 2013: The 2013 Santa Fe Studio Tour offers visitors a dynamic yet intimate experience this summer with a free, self-guided tour that travels throughout Santa Fe and features 37 open studios with work from over 59 Santa Fe artists. Studios open Friday evening, June 28 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 29 from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; and Sunday, June 30 from noon through 5:00 p.m. , Continue...

May 20, 2013 Santa Fe, New Mexico: Three stellar art events will come together in Santa Fe, New Mexico July 10 through 15, creating the biggest, brightest, and most diverse array of art on the planet this summer. The Santa Fe Art Trifecta is an extraordinary alliance of three successful art organizations, the International Folk Art Market, ART Santa Fe, and SITE Santa Fe, Continue...

May 30, 2013, Santa Fe, New Mexico: It helps to have some professional advice to get the most out of Santa Fe's long history, rich cultural diversity and sprawling mountain playground. Continue...

May 1, 2013: Spring breezes bring change to Santa Fe. Snow in the nearby mountains is melting, providing runoff to streams that will soon be teeming with trout and making ideal conditions for white water rafting. The lilac bushes that dot the city will bloom, filling the air with their sweet perfume and announcing that summer is just around the corner. Continue...

May 15, 2013: According to the American Lung Association's "State of the Air 2013" report, the Santa Fe-Española Metropolitan Statistical Area has the second cleanest air in the country; tied with St. George, Utah and behind Cheyenne, Wyoming. , This isn't the first time that Santa Fe has seen high ratings. The association rated the city as having the cleanest air in its 2012 State of the Air report, Continue...

The city of Santa Fe comes up in polls and surveys and rankings of all kinds every year. We are always gratified and, at the risk of tooting our own horn too loudly, have rounded up some of these accolades from the last several years. , 2013, Where to Retire magazine named Santa Fe one of its Top Cities to Retire To in April. , Continue...

The Canyon Road Merchants Association is pleased to announce the schedule for Passport to the Arts 2013 - an annual public art event on historic Canyon Road. Artists and art lovers from around the country will converge on Santa Fe for this three-day weekend art event. Openings, exhibitions, silent auctions, Continue...

Santa Fe is a city of art, no matter where you look, making for a getaway that's as entertaining as it is fun. , Every Friday evening throughout the year there is a gallery crawl up Canyon Road, in downtown and in the Santa Fe Railyard. Galleries across the city hold artist's receptions, Continue...

Santa Fe, N.M. April 17, 2013: For centuries, Santa Fe has been known as a uniquely tranquil and inspiring place. Whether it's the clear blue skies, the soft golden light that washes the landscape, the gorgeous mountain views, or the rich cultural history, people have long loved Santa Fe for the sense of renewal and well-being it brings them. Continue...

Great Lakes Airlines will begin daily direct, non-stop air service between the Santa Fe Municipal Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor airport starting May 1, 2013. , The Monday through Saturday flights leave Santa Fe at 9:53 AM while the Sunday flight is scheduled to depart for Phoenix at 11:08 AM. The Santa Fe airport is 15 minutes from the heart of the city making travel fast and convenient. Continue...

Summer in Santa Fe simply explodes with things to do and the world comes to celebrate this most festive season of the year. It is when the city's reputation as a center of art is at its peak--with one-of-a-kind art markets, an unrivaled opera season, music, new museum exhibitions, and a myriad of special events. Continue...

Gay life in Santa Fe isn't about being in a certain neighborhood or a particular part of town. The city's extensive gay and lesbian population is in every part of the city, throughout every business district, and fully integrated into Santa Fe life. There is no one place in which to find a gay-friendly club or restaurant or shop. Rather, gay and lesbian travelers are welcomed to Santa Fe as a whole. Continue...

Santa Fe offers the traveling family a different sort of vacation this summer as the destination encourages visitors to ditch shopping malls and rollercoasters and instead explore centuries old Anasazi villages to explore and get their thrills from biking, river rafting and hiking. Here are some suggested Santa Fe attractions for families:, Continue...

Yipee-yi-yo! It will be a rompin' stompin' summer in Santa Fe as the city celebrates one of the most beloved aspects of its past in a multi-faceted exhibit, Cowboys Real and Imagined, at the New Mexico History Museum. Ranch life, cowboys, and cowgirls are deeply woven through both New Mexico's past and its present. Steps away from the museum, for example, is the famed Santa Fe Plaza, the end of the Santa Fe Trail, Continue...

Santa Fe is one of the most distinctive cultural destinations in America. Featuring over 200 world-class art galleries, more than a dozen museums presenting acclaimed exhibitions throughout the year, a dynamic performing art , itinerary and innovative, award-winning cuisine--all located at the base of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains beneath the brilliant blue skies of New Mexico., Continue...

March means spring break, a chance to get away with the family, enjoy welcoming sunshine, escape the winter doldrums, and above all, have fun. Santa Fe offers the best of both worlds for spring break--it's snowy enough high in the mountains for some of the best skiing and boarding of the season but warm enough for golf, shopping, or strolling in town. The grandparents, Continue...

Santa Fe is one of America's most important art cities recognized for its vibrant galleries, well-known resident artists and inspiring light and surroundings. There may be no U.S. city more defined historically, culturally or creatively by art than Santa Fe. , With more than 250 galleries, Santa Fe is ranked as the third largest art market in the country; this in a town of 68,000. Continue...

Mothers and daughters, sisters and girlfriends looking for the perfect girl's getaway should look no further than Santa Fe. Perfect for Mother's Day gifts or any time an escape is needed, The City Different is known as one of America's most culturally rich and diverse destinations with a thriving arts and culture scene. Continue...

There's still plenty of time to make plans and many hotels have special package deals this time of year. Here are some ideas to make the long weekend memorable. Look for details, make reservations, and check for updates at www.santafe.org. , Where to Stay?, Continue...

One way to make a winter vacation special in Santa Fe is to include the dates February 22 through 24 in trip planning. That's the weekend of Santa Fe's annual ARTFeast and its many popular events. Santa Fe is known as an artists' town, and it's never more apparent than during this weekend, which benefits art programs in the public schools. , The biggest event of ARTFeast, The Edible Art Tour, Continue...

Love Begets Love! , "At the Artist Table" Celebrates Passion, Fine Art and Delectable Cuisine--All to benefit education and the arts in Santa Fe, Santa Fe, New Mexico, January 15, 2013--Looking for a truly memorable way to celebrate Valentine's Day? "At the Artist Table" presents an intimate evening of fine art and cuisine on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2013 from 6 to 9 PM. Continue...

January 15, 2013: Santa Fe is helping everyone find their inner artist this spring by experiencing, first hand, what makes Santa Fe, New Mexico a nationally recognized center of creativity. Abundant visual arts fill the city with galleries, outdoor art and museums while Santa Fe's adobe architecture, unique multi-cultural traditions and stunning scenery can't help but inspire. Continue...

January 8, 2013: It's easier and more fun than ever to plan a getaway to Santa Fe, New Mexico, just by using the newly revitalized Santa Fe travel planner. The new 64-page publication has the look of a glossy magazine with lots of inspiring color photos that capture all the diversity and unique qualities of the city that are so loved by travelers. Continue...

January 3, 2013: Martin Luther King Day provides the perfect three-day winter weekend to escape the doldrums, get away, have some fun and relax. Santa Fe is easy to get to and is every bit as beautiful, active and vibrant in winter as it is in summer. That's why visitors rate it as a top destination every year in publications like Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure., The first winter holiday, honoring Dr. Continue...

For those who think traveling with pets is "ruff," Santa Fe offers special pampering packages and amenities that allow animals to be VIPs while making the city one of America's most pet-friendly destinations. Hotels around Santa Fe offer pet-travelers accommodation packages, special amenities and treats year-round., Santa Fe's numerous pet bakeries, dog parks and city tours, Continue...

Santa Fe Weddings, Santa Fe has everything a couple could need to create the wedding of their dreams. Local and highly experienced wedding planners, photographers, florists, cake decorators, officiates, musicians, and caterers are available to fulfill the most elaborate or simple of ceremonies., No matter who you wish to join you on your special day, Continue...

Santa Fe pulses with creativity, always changing and always full of surprises. It's winter now and there is plenty of snow, skiing and snowboarding in our mountains. Combined with sunny days that make visitors and residents alike want to be out and about, experiencing the city's excitement and energy. Here are the very newest things going on in the city:, Discover Your Inner Artist, DIY: A Creative Journey. Continue...