by Melodie Kenniebrew | Sep 2, 2017 | Destinations, Road trips and scenic drives, Southern NM & Borderlands
Wrong turns, low fuel, engine breakdowns, flat tires ~ any and all of these road situations can make for a bad day on a road trip anywhere. Now, throw in one or two incidences of the extreme weather New Mexico and its borderlands are noted for like monsoon...
by Melodie Kenniebrew | May 25, 2017 | Attractions and Events, Destinations, Road trips and scenic drives, Southern NM & Borderlands
Ever been to Abilene, Texas? If not, you’ll want to work hard to fit this mid-sized Texas city into your itinerary the next time your travels take you across North Texas. The reason why is the city’s major attraction, Frontier Texas: a fun ride through the Old West...
by Melodie Kenniebrew | Mar 1, 2017 | Destinations, eateries, eats, Restaurant Reviews, Road trips and scenic drives, Southern NM & Borderlands
Bacon’s the best. Even the frying of bacon sounds like applause. ~ Jim Gaffigan Whether you like pecans or consider bacon one of the world’s leading cuisines, this latest Southwest Travel Round-Up has something for you. There’s also some sporting...
by Melodie Kenniebrew | Dec 31, 2016 | Attractions and Events, Destinations, eateries, eats, Recipes, Restaurant Reviews, Road trips and scenic drives, Southern NM & Borderlands
Savor, sail, love like there is no tomorrow because the only promise is today. All engines ahead full. Pardon my navy, but that’s how I hope you’re aiming to enter the new year. No holding back. And if ever you do catch yourself looking back to last...
by Melodie Kenniebrew | Jul 9, 2016 | Destinations, eateries, Foods and Dishes, Restaurant Reviews, Road trips and scenic drives
Dear Fellow Retro Diner-Lover, this one is for you. If ever you find yourself in Colorado on the I-70 (before turning south for New Mexico, of course!) be sure to take Exit 395 in Flagler. That where the I-70 Diner ~ the ultimate 50’s retro diner ~ stands. And...
by Melodie Kenniebrew | May 19, 2016 | Destinations, Road trips and scenic drives, Southern NM & Borderlands, Travelogues
“You can’t fight the desert… you have to ride with it. — Louis L’Amour Where did everybody go? That’s a question that popped into my mind more than once on my recent road trip through the American Southwest. Mile after mile I saw hills,...
