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Just a short day trip to visit Bandelier National Monument

Paper Dosa, a Southern Indian Restaurant just outside of Santa Fe’s downtown plaza.

Turquoise NM Dept of Health for Santa Fe

We continue to share what is open in Santa Fe

We share what you can do in Santa Fe.

Hiking in Santa Fe, New Mexico

There are many fun things to do in the mountains of Santa Fe during the winter. Santa Fe skiing, snowshoeing and mountain biking are at the top of our lists.

Santa Fe’s holiday traditions are in full swing the next few weeks. We encourage everyone coming to participate in these wonderful events.

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Autumn Colors and the Historic Canyon Road Paint and Sculpt Out

June 19 - August 10, 2019 Santa Fe Bandstand Live Music

Santa Fe Studio Tour

Edible Art Tour June 14 and 15, 2019

A neighborhood Italian spot, featuring a combination of northern and southern Italian cuisine, depending on the season. 

Best Coffee in Santa Fe

Picture this – your strolling under the cool, clear night sky with a friend, a loved one, or just your sense of culinary adventure – the stars looking down as you approach one of the many eateries featured in Santa Fe’s Restaurant Week.

Happy New Year from Santa Fe, New Mexico and the Inn of the Governors

Holiday Festivities in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Kakawa (ka-KA-wa): an Olmen word, meaning cacao or chocolate.

Arroyo Vino boasts a true farm to table experience, using produce and herbs grown in their very own garden, with a full and flowing selection of fine wines from all over the world.

Have you ever taken a winter hike or gone snowshoeing when you are on vacation only to find that the trail you thought you were on is a little longer than what you read in your local’s guide book?

New Year’s Eve is a time to reflect and a time to look towards the New Year with hope of peace and prosperity for all.

As the countdown to Christmas nears, our hearts look forward to the traditional food and events of Christmas in New Mexico. Christmas day is all about family, but for many of us in Santa Fe - Christmas Eve is all about being out and about seeing...

Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.

It’s a rare moment when a meal conjures the word “sensual,” but it is the only word I can think of to best describe my most recent meal at Sazón.

Snow provokes responses that reach right back to childhood.

When I landed in Santa Fe 13 years ago, I was given multiple Santa Fe “must dos.”

The Inn of the Governors is excited to announce that we have been able to raise, with the help of our guests, $30,000 for local non-profits this year.

Prior to our own festivities, we encourage everyone visiting this weekend to participate in three wonderful events.

The Inn of the Governors has been celebrating all year with our 50th anniversary package that benefits not only travelers to our beautiful city, Santa Fe, but also local non-profits each quarter.

Santa Fe & Taos were recently recognized by the Matador Network as two of the “top 10” small artistic towns in the United States.

The Inn of the Governors welcomes a full house (many of those being repeat guests) each year for the Santa Fe Indian Market.

When thinking of Native American art and Santa Fe there are numerous museums, galleries and events that spring to mind.

The Inn of the Governors has been celebrating all year with our 50th anniversary package that benefits not only travelers to our beautiful city, Santa Fe, but also local non-profits each quarter.

There are so many wonderful events kicking off this year’s “Summer of Color” celebration that I won’t be able to fit everything into this blog, but here’s a quick rundown of the happenings in Santa Fe, New Mexico starting this month and yes...

This weekend we celebrate the first day of Summer. Whether you are a local or a traveler visiting our beautiful city of Santa Fe, the Santa Fe Farmer’s Market and the Shops at the Pavilion are a wonderful way to spend a Tuesday or Saturday during ...

This year’s Canyon Road Passport to the Arts takes place Friday, May 8th and Saturday, May 9th and marks the first #CanyonRoadPassport Instameet.

Merriam Webster defines hospitality as “the activity of providing food, drinks, etc. for people who are the guests or customers of an organization.

Cast-Iron Bronzed Cauliflower and Natural Beef, Red Chile and Potato Stew are just two ways to start off a meal at Joseph’s Culinary Pub, located on the corner of Agua Fria St. and Montezuma St., across from St. Guadalupe Church in downtown Santa Fe.

Snow provokes responses that reach right back to childhood.

There is not a man among us who does not at times need a helping hand to be stretched out to him, and then shame upon him who will not stretch out the helping hand to his brother.

Have you stayed at the Inn of the Governors before? Do you have a photo or memory that you would be willing to share?

We are very excited that our 50th anniversary package begins on January 3, 2015.

As the countdown to Christmas nears, our hearts look forward to the traditional food and events of Christmas in New Mexico.

We are excited to share with everyone that 2015 marks the 50th year that the Inn of the Governors has been welcoming travelers to Santa Fe.

The Inn of the Governors begins its holiday tradition this Wednesday, December 10, at 2pm with the annual decorating and lighting of our Christmas tree by both our employees and those guests who are staying with us.

I met with Chef Martin Rios of Restaurant Martin last week to learn more about his career leading up to his latest venture, his favorite menu items, his philosophy, and what exciting things are happening at his restaurant.

I attended the preview of the Miguel Covarrubias: Drawing a Cosmopolitan Line this morning and hope you will take the time to experience this wonderful new exhibit at the Georgia O’Keeffe museum.

This coming weekend ushers in the transition from summer to fall, bringing with it crisp, cool breezes, blooming Chamisa, shorter nights, and Santa Fe’s very own Renaissance Fair hosted by El Rancho de las Golondrinas.

I think New Mexico was the greatest experience I ever had from the outside world.

This year marks the 302nd anniversary of Fiesta de Santa Fe. The original Fiesta began in 1712 as a celebration of cultures (Spanish and Native American) coming together in peace.

It’s hard to believe Labor Day is upon us. It seems just yesterday that the winter snow capped the Sangre de Cristo’s peaks and families were enjoying spring break on the Ski Santa Fe mountain.

The Inn of the Governors welcomes a full house (many of those being repeat guests) each year for the Santa Fe Indian Market. This week’s blog details the Southwestern Association of Indian Art (SWAIA) market’s 93rd year beginning today, August 18 ...

When one thinks of Native American art and Santa Fe there are numerous museums, galleries and events that spring to mind.

After digesting my interview with Chef Matt at Il Piatto, I decided to move to a closer neighbor who has consistently delighted the Inn’s guests time after time: L’Olivier

The Santa Fe Railyard is just a short 10-15 minute walk from the Inn of the Governors.

The summer season in Santa Fe lends itself to a myriad of special events, such as the Santa Fe Bandstand on the plaza, gallery openings with artists’ receptions, Santa Fe Opera, Santa Fe Wine and Chile Fiesta and multiple festivals – too many to comment...

One of the great joys of Santa Fe is the diversity of culture and unique events-just last weekend, the City Different hosted the International Folk Art Market at Museum Hill-a collection of four museums

Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.

In 2003, a small folk art exhibition, “Focus Folk Art’, began at the Clay Angel pottery store in Santa Fe.

As I sit writing this blog, I am blessed by a view of McCall, Idaho’s Payette lake.

Allan Houser, born Allan C. Haozous, was one of the 20th century’s most influential artists

Santa Fe is beginning to enjoy preeminence in some enviable ways. It is sometimes spoken of as the intellectual capital of the Southwest to its region what Alexandria was at its age.

Santa Fe’s blue skies broaden with the longer days in May, beckoning the season of festivals and outdoor events.

Santa Fe abounds with world-class restaurants. So much so that knowing which ones consistently serve a worthy dish can almost be a full time job.

May, in Santa Fe, brings clear blue skies and moderate temperatures.

This year’s Canyon Road Passport to the Arts takes place on May 9th, 10th and 11th. It is a very special public art event happening over Mother’s Day weekend.

Spring is blossoming in Santa Fe, and the awakening world welcomes us to shed our winter ways and embrace new experiences to enliven us, body and soul.

My first experience with a pinhole camera came late in life. In May of 2012, my photographer husband designed the rectangular pinhole camera you see on the left.

In the past, as today, turquoise represents origins and belonging, protection and health, abundance and beauty.

My mother endowed me with certain joys throughout my youth: a love of the outdoors-crisp cool Spring days in the Southern Idaho mountains, evenings of spontaneous fondue and campy horror films, and a rich collection of music records.

Living in Santa Fe allows me the opportunity to experience new things even after living here for twenty plus years.

One of the many things I love about Santa Fe is its cultural diversity.

In last week’s blog I shared about all the wonderfully creative classes that are happening in Santa Fe during “Do it Yourself” DIY Santa Fe in March

When I say artist I mean the one who is building things … some with a brush – some with a shovel – some choose a pen.

Among many of Santa Fe’s splendid qualities is our extensive network of hiking and mountain biking trails.

We cannot be held accountable for any feeling of pure relaxation or euphoria by participating in any of the following activities. But, we do accept thank you notes.

Snow provokes responses that reach right back to childhood.

I feel fortunate to live in Santa Fe; for such a small, friendly town we are graced with world class art, history, culture, and amazing geography.

There is not a man among us who does not at times need a helping hand to be stretched out to him, and then shame upon him who will not stretch out the helping hand to his brother.

Travelers often ask “why go to Santa Fe in January?”

Strange how a teapot can represent at the same time the comforts of solitude and the pleasures of company

Santa Fe has enjoyed a wonderful holiday season. One of our warmest days of the winter, January 1st, set the stage for fulfilling a New Year’s resolution of health and enjoying nature.

The Inn of the Governors is very excited to be partnering with La Boca Restaurant for our premier Renaissance to Goya package, which begins this weekend and runs through March 9, 2014. Feel free to use your $100 gift certificate at this “local’s favorite”

Santa Fe offers some pretty unique and special events most of the year, but during the holidays hardly a minute goes by when there isn't something spectacular to behold.

With a traditional opening of Ski Santa Fe on Thanksgiving day (first time since 2002!) and the continued blessing of snow these past weeks, we find the skiers and snowboarders getting their edges sharpened and the children finding their warm and fuzzy...

Santa Fe connects her visitors to a multitude of experiences; some calming, some spiritual, others romantic or culinary, and then let’s not omit the music, culture, and outdoors.

Thanksgiving is upon us and for many that means quality time with friends and loved ones.

From the smell of the piñon fireplaces to chilly mornings, it is clearly time for all of us to start enjoying all that our great “city different” has to offer this season.