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Welcome to the Wild West!
This region of the USA delivers
amazing sights, sites and experiences
at every turn. There are vast open
spaces, exciting cities, charming old
world gems and outdoor activities,
all coated with a unique layer of
Tex-Mex style and flair. Find your
inner John Wayne and soak up
the atmosphere.
Texas & New Mexico
INTOXICATING NEW MEXICO
Each time one of us visits, we are enchanted by
New Mexico all over again and we’re sure that
you will feel the same way. It is breathtakingly
beautiful and offers holidaymakers so much to
do, see and enjoy. The largest city is Albuquerque,
boasting a delightful Old Town, fascinating
museums and an impressive city zoo. America’s
oldest state capital is Santa Fe; it retains much
of its old-world charm and has also attracted a
hugely talented and diverse artistic community.
The art galleries are amongst the best we’ve seen
in North America. The outdoor life in New Mexico
is intoxicating. There are soaring mountains,
lakes, lava flows, hot springs, spectacular canyons
and baking deserts. Highlights to take in include
the White Sands National Monument, Carlsbad
Caverns National Park and the Jemez Mountain
Trail amongst the Red Rocks.
A BIG STATE WITH A BIGGER HEART
America’s second largest state, Texas doesn’t do
anything in small doses. There’s the glittering city
of Dallas along with heritage-rich and relatively
‘petite’ Austin, which is surrounded by wilderness.
Then there’s the gateway city of Houston, home
to the nation’s space programme with a deserved
reputation for its restaurant scene. American
lifestyle fuses with Mexican flair in elegant San
Antonio where the Tex-Mex cuisine, colourful
history, charming boutiques and romantic evening
river walks ensure a memorable stay. San Antonio
is also where you’ll find The Alamo, which dates
back to 1724. Texas’ wide-open spaces beckon with
dude-ranching, hiking trails and other outdoor
pursuits whilst the theme parks and over 1,000 golf
courses are just the start of the entertainment and
activities on offer. Don’t forget that Texas has its
own coastline too. Galveston and Corpus Christi
are the key coastal cities and the places to drink in
the sea air as you wander around the waterfront.
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