A bachelorette bash is a great way to take a break from the stress of wedding festivities and connect with friends and family. Las Cruces is the perfect place to plan pre-wedding festivities and a bachelorette party. Get Moving Relax, re-energize, and get moving by starting your morning visiting…
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Norm Dettlaff treks the Doña Ana Mountains for the 2023 Horny Toad Hustle. The sky was clear, there was an occasional gentle breeze, and the morning temps were pleasant. An excellent sign for an excellent race. Just over 150 competitors were registered to tackle the Horny Toad Hustle, a mountain…
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End of summer may bring some activities to a halt, but in Las Cruces, the Real New Mexico, it is the start of the peak festival season. Located in the southern part of state, the sunseeker city is perfect for year-round outdoor recreation and events. Here is a preview of the must-attend festivals…
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Note: When undertaking any physical activity, know your own limitations. Please make sure you are prepared for the weather with plenty of water, sunscreen, and proper clothing to stay safe. There are numerous hiking paths and trails in and around Las Cruces. Among the most popular reside in the…
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Note: When undertaking any physical activity, know your own limitations. Please make sure you are prepared for the weather with plenty of water, sunscreen, and proper clothing to stay safe. Outdoors in Las Cruces is a year-round obsession for the adventure-minded traveler. Surrounded by an abundance…
Read MoreLas Cruces, NM, has been selected a top retirement destination by Where to Retire, the only magazine in America geared toward helping people with retirement relocation decisions. Las Cruces is profiled in a feature titled “Bicycling Bliss: 8 Pedal-Powered Cities” in the March/April 2016 issue…
Read MoreLonely Planet, the world’s leading travel media company and guidebook publisher, released its annual “Best in the U.S. Top Ten” list today, naming Southern New Mexico No. 9 out of all travel destinations in the country for 2016. The list debuted in 2010 and this is the first time Southern New…
Read MoreCelebrating our nation’s birthday is an annual event throughout the United States, and Las Cruces, New Mexico has no shortage of patriotism. The city kicks-off its 4th of July Celebration with the Electric 5k Fun Run (July 3rd), which precedes the nighttime event, the Electric Light Parade. The…
Read MoreHiking is a favorite hobby of many people. As a visitor or even a native of New Mexico knowing how to prepare for a hike in the desert can be a daunting task. I'm here to share with you exactly how to stay safe when hiking in our area. Here are a few things that you should always remember: 1…
Read MoreNew Designation in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, Protects Petroglyph-Lined Canyons, Sites of Well-Known Historical Figures and Events. The picturesque Organ Mountains near Las Cruces have been given special praise and recognition by the White House. President Barack Obama designated the area a…
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