Tag Archives: New Mexico

Santa Fe, New Mexico – An Historical and Cultural Brew

Posted on October 22, 2015 by chronictraveler

Sometimes I forget how young the United States really is. Traces of our historical past rarely go back more than one or two centuries, and those traces tend to congregate in the 13 colony pockets along the East Coast. But … Continue reading →

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Petroglyphs in Albuquerque – Photos Posted

Posted on September 30, 2015 by chronictraveler

I visited Albuquerque for one reason – petroglyphs. Travelling North America by public transit and sans car, I quickly discovered that most ancient petroglyphs and civilization ruins lie far from any bus stops or easy-access hiking trails. Hitch-hiking was out … Continue reading →

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In the Footsteps of Wild West History: Photos of Las Vegas, New Mexico

Posted on September 17, 2015 by chronictraveler

Before there was Sin City, Nevada, before flashing neon lights and massive casinos, over-the-top entertainment,  Penn & Teller smoke and mirrors, and sipping cocktails poolside, there was the true Wild West of Las Vegas, New Mexico. Yes, New Mexico. Last spring I swung … Continue reading →

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Santa Fe: A Complex Dance of History and Culture

Posted on May 8, 2015 by chronictraveler

Sometimes I forget just how deeply the history of humanity reaches into the soul of the American continent. Okay, not just sometimes – often, almost continuously. As a product of the American school system, my historical timeline for any of … Continue reading →

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Enchantment in Northern New Mexico

Posted on May 4, 2015 by chronictraveler

I have been all over the map in New Mexico and not a moment to sit down and update the ol’ blog. From Flagstaff to Gallup to Las Vegas, NM to Albuquerque and now Taos. Where on earth even to … Continue reading →

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