Anthony Atwell - Santa Fe One

The glam and glitz of the Las Vegas nightlife isn't as far away as you think when you find yourself in the middle of the action at the San Felipe Casino Hollywood. This state-of-the-art gaming venue features all the bells and whistles you'd expect in Sin City. There's also top-drawer entertainment and shows that are also worthy of Vegas' brightest spotlights. Cash is required to play all of the casino games.

The Santa Fe National Forest is situated on a staggering 1.6 million acres at an altitude of 13,000 feet. Nature lovers find that there is plenty to admire about this outdoor oasis, not the least of which are the diverse ecosystems that give life to a large variety of fish, animals, and various species of birds. This particular site is one of five national forests in New Mexico and features some of the finest mountain scenery in the country, if not the world!

Santa Fe's Canyon Road impressively encapsulates some of the best aspects and attractions of the city all in one place. By no means does that mean that Canyon Road represents every fascinating aspect of life in this beautiful city, but it does give you the chance to explore some excellent galleries, shops, restaurants, and museums that are located along this highly popular street. Make sure you're wearing your favorite pair of walking shoes and bring some money because you're sure to find some unique items you will want to purchase along the way.

There are museums, and then there are "living museums" that the kids (and mom and dad) will surely find interesting. El Rancho de las Golondrinas is such a place. See attractions like original colonial buildings on this site that date back to the early 18th century as well as other buildings that have been reconstructed to reflect the style of that time period. The buildings and other items presented here tell the fascinating story of the early settlement of New Mexico. The museum is closed from November through March.