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Author: Rachel

Born and raised in Albuquerque, Rachel loves exploring the Sandias, running along the Bosque trail and anything and everything smothered in green chile. Passionate about writing, communications and content marketing, Rachel finds endless inspiration in her home state of New Mexico. Rachel is the Director of Marketing for Visit Albuquerque. The opinions shared on this blog are her own. 

Your Guide to the Holiday Season in Albuquerque

Monday, October 19, 2026 8:00 AM by Rachel

The holidays are a special time in Albuquerque. Deep crimson chile ristras, brilliantly illuminated…

10 Ways to Have A Scary Good Halloween In ABQ

Monday, October 5, 2026 4:00 PM by Rachel

This fall, whether you're looking for spooky family fun, Día de los Muertos celebrations, or haunted…

Leaf Peeping In Albuquerque

Monday, August 31, 2026 8:00 AM by Rachel

Autumn beauty throughout Albuquerque is boundless, and the fall season in the high desert is truly…

In Albuquerque, we take our chile seriously. It’s the official state vegetable of New Mexico after…

There is nothing quite like the experience of seeing nearly 600 hot air balloons colorfully painting…

Nothing says vacation, summertime and fun like imbibing while the sun is out. With the sunny…

Take a Tour Around Albuquerque

Thursday, July 23, 2026 8:00 AM by Rachel

There’s no better introduction to the city than experiencing the vibrancy of Albuquerque, from…

Your father (or father figure) has done a lot for you this year, and he deserves to be celebrated…

Things to Do in the Albuquerque LGBTQ+ Community

Monday, June 1, 2026 10:00 AM by Rachel

Albuquerque’s diverse and vibrant population makes the city one of the best LGBTQ+ vacation spots in…

There’s a reason New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment, and Albuquerque’s high desert…