Ostermarkt – Germany’s Easter markets

In Germany, the Easter Season (following Fasching) is the second most important holiday season of the year. You’ll find decorations outside just like you do at Christmastime and the season is celebrated with just as much gusto… outdoor trees are decorated with plastic eggs and signs of spring all over.

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Arizona’s Peach Festival – A delight for foodies

May is Peach Festival time in Arizona. Queen Creek, Arizona, just south of Phoenix, is a destination for foodies and foodies at heart.

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Spring in Santa Fe – Weather or not!

Spring in Santa Fe can be a time of bursting blossoms, outdoor cafes and sunny shopping. Or, depending on the weather,  spring can bring snow, wind and retreats to your room to sit by the kiva fireplace. We’ve enjoyed Santa Fe at Easter time with snow one day and a sunny trip down the Turquoise Trail… Read More

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Visiting Chimayo New Mexico at Easter

At Easter, Chimayo becomes a destination for the faithful. The Good Friday procession, the Easter Pilgrimage, is an amazing sight. During Holy Week thousands of pilgrims journey to El Santuario de Chimayó. They leave from their homes, or their cars parked on the roadside, to walk 10, 20, 30, or even 100 miles to reach Chimayo.

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The blooming desert – Arizona wildflowers

Late March and early April is a good time to see wildflowers in the desert of Arizona. The Arizona wildflower guide will tell you where to find the blooming cacti and flowers in Arizona.

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Walking Santa Fe New Mexico’s Canyon Road

Santa Fe is made for walkers. With narrow streets and limited paid parking, visitors quickly take to the streets and roads on foot. Walking Santa Fe will enable you to see so much more

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