Frommer's Santa Fe, Taos & Albuquerque

Frommers books arent written by committee or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. Our authors are passionate local experts like Erin Vivid Riley, a journalist who lives in New Mexico and loves sharing her home state with awed visitors. This insiders take introduces readers to the best and most authentic restaurants, hotels, shops, attractions, and nightlife, providing unique insights into the history, natural wonders, and contemporary culture of this southwestern powerhouse. Most important, Riley will tell you straight out whats worth your precious vacation timeand what you can skip with no qualms.Inside this light, portable guide youll find:A fold-out map along with dozens more maps throughoutExact pricing, opening hours, and other important details so that theres no guessing or ugly surprisesSmartly conceived itineraries for travelers with varying interests and varying amounts of time to vacationStar ratings for all hotels, restaurants, and attractions to clue you in on great finds and valuesReliable, impartial reviews of the best shops, restaurants, spas, nightlife, and hotels in all price ranges. No entity has paid to be in this guideor any Frommers guide. At Frommers, we pride ourselves on decades of journalistic integrity.A look at both New Mexicos fascinating history and its vibrant presentInformation on outdoor attractions and activities, from the best hiking trails, ski resorts, and trustworthy outfitters to rewarding adventures via horseback and hot air balloonTips for saving money, whether you need to pinch pennies or have room in the budget for a splurgeLarge, easy-to-read fonts for quick scanning and light paper to keep the book portable and packableAbout Frommers: Theres a reason that Frommers has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 65 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommers.