Whether date night (or weekend away) there's plenty to do to mark the occasion This Valentine’s Day may fall on a Tuesday, but that doesn’t mean you have to limit yourself to a middle of the week celebration. There is plenty to do in and around Las Cruces to spark the romance or celebrate the…
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Frank Ray headlines April 29 event highlighting area’s culture, music, food, more Visit Las Cruces presents ¡mira! Las Cruces, a free, family-friendly festival highlighting the art and culture, cuisine, music and outdoor recreation that make the city and its surrounding communities one of a kind…
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By Kirsten Rodgers We all know that we need a good date with our dog every once in a while. Playing fetch and rolling in the dirt are great past times, but sometimes we need to switch it up! Luckily, Las Cruces has several different things that both you and your pup will enjoy for a special doggy…
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By Kirsten Rodgers Chile peppers are beloved and treasured by New Mexico and are a staple in the homes of many. With decades of chile growth and production in the state, it has roots that run deep in the hearts of New Mexicans. The Chile Pepper Institute (CPI) helped plant some of those roots, and…
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By Kirsten Rodgers View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Bean of Mesilla (@the_bean_of_mesilla) With the kick off of fall, we can’t help but get excited thinking about all of the things that come along with it. From the sweet smells of fall, to…
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Prize packs include, but are not limited the items pictured. Discover all the great hikes and amazing businesses right in your own backyard. Visit Las Cruces' Hiking and Hospitality invites you to create the perfect Las Cruces experience by pairing your favorite outdoor trails with a visit to a…
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Social distance in the great outdoors Towering nearly 9,000 ft., the Organ Mountains serve as an awe-inspiring backdrop for Las Cruces. The mountain range is ripe for exploring and is the namesake for the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument established six years ago. The monument also…
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Throughout National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) social media followers were asked to interact with Visit Las Cruces by sharing photos and stories that capture the "Spirit of Travel" to Las Cruces. The response was humbling and truly shows the love that residents and travelers have for Las Cruces…
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Go to any Las Crucen’s holiday festivities and you’ll find one of more of the following: tamales, champurrado and biscochos; and for those making these New Mexico staples, it’s a very personal process. The tamale maker, Maria Elena Salinas. The tamale maker Although you can typically find…
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A few coffee roasters have made the City of Crosses their home. With several serving mainly the local community, and one going international, the roasting scene in Las Cruces is expanding its reach and showcasing everything it has to offer coffee lovers. Humble beginnings December marks a decade…
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