Tag - NM and Beyond

Launching a lantern at the Obon Festival

Celebrating Japanese Culture in New Mexico: The 2024 Obon and Aki Matsuri Festivals in Albuquerque

At first glance, you’d think New Mexico and Japan have very little in common, other than some good Japanese restaurants. Heck, even that may come as a surprise. Sushi in New Mexico? Yes, despite being landlocked in a high desert, we have some good sushi restaurants. You may also be surprised to learn that one of Albuquerque’s sister cities is Sasebo...

It didn't take long to see our first tribute to Messi

A whirlwind tour of Buenos Aires, Argentina: Airport transfers (EZE – AEP), a visit to the Japanese garden, and dining at one of the top steakhouses in the world

Travel tips gleaned from an embarrassingly short stay in Buenos Aires, highlighting what to expect when transferring between the EZE and AEP airports, visiting the Japanese Garden, and seeking out the best steak and choripán in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos, Aires, Argentina.

End of the road at Sandia Crest

Birding Sandia Crest in Albuquerque’s East Mountains: Searching for rosy-finches, three-toed woodpeckers, and other alpine birds

Driving up a winding mountain road to an elevation of 10,678 feet, in winter, is not something you’d think many people would be interested in doing, unless it involved skiing, snowboarding, or snowshoeing. But never underestimate the fanaticism of birders. Many birders will drive countless hours and brave all kinds of hostile weather conditions and discomfort...