As many of you know from my previous blogs, I am a huge fan of traveling to destinations that are off the beaten path. Nature, serenity and gorgeous views are right there at the top of my lists, if at all possible when looking for a place to visit! This Christmas vacay was no different! We scheduled a stay in Durango, CO for the Christmas holiday this year. To make the most of the vacation, we flew into Albuquerque, NM so we could make the drive from there into Durango, CO. It is about a 4 hour drive that is full of gorgeous scenery!
For those of you that have never been to New Mexico in the winter, it is a treat. The landscape is something to behold. We booked our stay at the Hyatt Tamaya Resort and Hotel, which is set a few miles off the main roads. The hotel is literally set back in the middle of the mountains. For starters, they greet you at check in with a home made margarita, that I can attest for, is amazing! They offer several activities such as s’mores, horse rides, golf and a luxury spa to keep everyone in the family pleased. There are two restaurants located on the property as well in case you don’t feel like leaving to eat. Below is the link for the resort:
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/new-mexico/hyatt-regency-tamaya-resort-and-spa/tamay
While you are enjoying your stay and do feel like getting out and about the town, there is a great spot literally right up the road from the resort. The Santa Ana Casino and Hotel is located right up the road from the resort and is a ton of fun. They have a smoking and non-smoking section in the casino and have slots and tables, so there is something for everyone! I have linked the casino site below for you:
And now as promised, let’s get to the drive from Albuquerque to Durango, CO. There are several little towns along the drive that are charming in and of themselves, such as Aztec and Bloomfield. All of which are filled with eclectic spots to stop and take pictures, such as the “B” on the side of the mountain in Bloomfield. The most notable mention is of course the beautiful landscapes. I have included a few of the pictures we were able to get along the route of highway 550.
I hope you enjoyed the views of New Mexico as much as we did! You will want to stay tuned, as my next travel blog will be a continuation of our Christmas winter vacation in Durango, CO. I would love to hear about your New Mexico travels, so please feel free to drop your comments below. Until next time, safe travels and much love to you all, xoxo – SheShe
