Southwest Airlines executives want investors to be clear about big thing: U.S. travel demand is “healthy.” Southwest leaders repeated the word several times during the third-quarter earnings call Thursday.
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Ruidoso, New Mexico, population about 8,000, sits in the Sierra Blanca Mountain range at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Though small, it has a big draw for travelers thanks to its history, Indigenous and Spanish culture, family-friendly atmosphere, opportunities for outdoor adventure, and central location near Carlsbad Caverns, Lincoln National Forest, White Sands National Monument, and more. It’s the type of mountain town where you can actually find relaxation unlike some of the more visited mountain towns in states like Colorado and Utah.
While its ski-town bona fides make Ruidoso a destination in the winter, trips are worthwhile year-round. In the warmer months, there’s horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, and camping along with an 8,900-foot zip line down Ski Apache. Casinos, art galleries, and boutique shops can fill the down time between the action.
Here’s what you should have on your itinerary when planning a trip to Ruidoso.
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Let your adventurous spirit go wild with a thrilling off-roading experience with Back Country Attitudes. Choose between a 2-hour unguided tour or a 3-4 hour guided expedition, both of which take you on paved streets and dirt roads through the woods. The OHVs provide a smooth ride with minimal jostling, allowing you to revel in the stunning surroundings.
Back Country Attitudes: 1203 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Take some time to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at this full spectrum wellness yoga studio that offers a tranquil sanctuary where you can unwind and restore your balance. With a range of treatments and services, this women-owned and run business provides an oasis of serenity with private treatment rooms, an infrared sauna, and 1,000-square-foot yoga studio with a window overlooking the river.
Blue Lotus Day Spa and Yoga: 2810A Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345
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This track is home to the highest prize money for a quarter horse race in the country, the All American Futurity. Throughout the year, there are quarter horse and thoroughbred races, bull riding events, and more hosted at the location. There’s also, of course, the Billy The Kid Casino with 300 slot machines. Whether you choose the slots or the excitement of quarter horse racing, there’s always something going on.
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino: 26225 US-70, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346
Another quick trip out of Ruidoso that’s worth the drive is the Hurd Gallery, where you can admire the works of its former artists, Peter Hurd and Henriette Wyeth-Hurd, and current artist Michael Hurd, who is the son of the former and a legend in his own right.
Hurd Gallery: 105 la Rinconada, San Patricio, NM 88348
Drive about 40 minutes to reach the
Southwest Airlines executives want investors to be clear about big thing: U.S. travel demand is “healthy.” Southwest leaders repeated the word several times during the third-quarter earnings call Thursday.
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