Forever Young Day Spa
It seems that every where I look there is a fabulous new day spa opening soon or newly opened. Day spas are so popular for the simple reason that we need them. Many of us work our selves to the state of exhaustion. Between work and home there just has to be a place toTwo powerful words, day spa. Self prescribed treatment to enable the body to physically and mentally relax. Indulgence has no limits. Time and money spent at a day spa can only be beneficial. Let's face it. If you feel good ... Read Full Story
Tea Time in Albuquerque
Sometimes a hot cup of tea served with tiny sandwiches, cakes, scones and clotted cream is just what one needs. This sounds like "Afternoon Tea". Surrounded by elegance and friends makes it all perfect.Afternoon tea is a winning social event for everyone. This lovely tradition originated in England and began in the late 1700's. First started by a Duchess secretly taking in tea and treats to help subdue hunger before dinner then later evolved into a social tea time that became al... Read Full Story
Albuquerque Downtown Summerfest Concerts
2008 Albuquerque Summerfest DatesJune 21 .....The IguanasJune 28 ....The Fabulous Thunderbirds Albuquerque Summerfest is an outdoor summer festival featuring both local and national music and dance entertainment. Events are held during June, July and August on Saturday evenings from 6 - 10:30pm at the Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza (corner of 3rd St. and Marquette NW) in downtown Albuquerque and are free to the public. In addition to music and dance entertainment there are food vendors, a beer g... Read Full Story
Must See Art Exhibits - Albuquerque, NM
EXHIBITION- Caminos Distintos: Patrocinio Barela and Edward Gonazles in New Mexico.Date: 2/23/08 - 8/10/08Time: Gallery hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 10 am–5 pmAddress: National Hispanic Cultural CenterAdmission: adults $3, senior $2Location: Barelas/South ValleyPhone: 505-246-2261Description:Caminos Distintos celebrates the work of Nuevomexicano artists Patrocinio Barela, a Taos sculptor, and Edward Gonzales, an Albuquerque painter and printmaker. Each artist in his own way blazed trails both local... Read Full Story
Dining in the Historic Old Town District
Antiquity Intimate fine dining. Terrific food and service. Sample menu: scallops in a jalapeno-citrus cream sauce; grilled shrimp marinated in red chile; veal scallopini; coconut-crusted rack of lamb. Antiquity serves wine and beer. Open for dinner only.Reservations are recommended call 505-247-3545.http://www.themenupage.com/antiquityrestaurant.htmlHigh Noon Saloon This restaurant’s building dates from the 1860’s, with brick floors, whitewashed walls and vigas. Sample dinner menu: steaks, w... Read Full Story
May in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Why not take some time out of your May schedule and visit Albuquerque's Tingley Beach. The perfect place to make those special family memories. Pick up a fishing pole, pack some extra bread for the frolicking ducks, and don't forget the camera. Tingley Beach has fantastic fishing lakes, a model boat pond, and pedal boats. You will need a fishing license and a little cash to rent the pedal boats but with some advance planning you can make a great day out of a trip to Tingley.Pedal boat... Read Full Story
Wine & Dine in Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque - Slate Street Cafe Dining in Downtown Albuquerque can be a bit of a challenge. There is a great selection of restaurants to choose from and if your new to Albuquerque it can be frustrating. I say that you go where the locals go. One such place to get comfort cuisines along with terrific high end wines would be the Slate Street Cafe. This restaurant provides beautiful atmosphere with a serious menu for worldly and local dishes. Serving breakfast and lunch Monday through F... Read Full Story
Albuquerque Wine Enthusiast Club
Albuquerque has a membership free wine club called the "Albuquerque Wine Enthusiast Club". This Albuqurque wine club was established in 2006. Currently the club has 294 members. The perfect group to enjoy the art of wines. Come to a local Wine Meetup to taste new wines; learn about noses and legs; and discuss great vintages and estates. Everyone's welcome!Albuquerque Wine Enthusiast Clubhttp://wine.meetup.com/313/Sheri BrewerGeneral ManagerLodging & Hospitality Expert Read Full Story
Arts & Entertainments Alive in ABQ
The city of Albuquerque provides an abundance of impressive sites and attractions, artisans are flourishing and there is a pleasing supply of galleries. Albuquerque is celebrating 300 years of existence and is dripping in history and culture. Now, noted as a popular travel destination featuring historic sites and adventures, Albuquerque has become a major contributor to the New Mexico Tourism Industry. Adding to the cities history, culture, attractions and traditions, Albuquerque wisely thr... Read Full Story
Popejoy Hall Center for the Arts
The Popejoy Hall is New Mexico's grandest multi-use theater. Albuquerque demands top name entertainers and Popejoy Hall delivers it. This April, Popejoy Hall presents, a series of touring Broadway shows and national and international performers. HMS Pinafore - Opera at its best! If your in the mood for light hearted and fun entertainment then prepare to be amused and tickled. HMS Pinafore is a whimsicle opera of love and comedy. Mistaken identities unravels when the Captain’s daughter fa... Read Full Story