subject: Reserve A Reduced Rate Rooming And Transportation To Spend The Amazing Albuquerque Vacation [print this page] Heading out to Rio Grande Valley State Park on an Albuquerque Vacation
The Rio Grande Valley State Park was made in 1983, and is a massive park stretching from Sandia Pueblo in the north through Albuquerque and south to Isleta Pueblo. The beautiful park comprises of massive cottonwood trees, coyote willow, and New Mexico olive trees which bring a shady feel to the area. Many habitats have formed around it for beavers, abundant bird species, turtles and snakes. Along with the breathtaking view of the site, one can venture the region by hiking, bicycling, mountain biking, in-line skating and horseback riding. One can hike on the Paseo del Bosque which runs next to the east part of the river Rio Grande, or take any one of the natural trails formed under the cottonwood trees. Boating, kayaks, canoes, rafts and other non-motorized water vehicles can be enjoyed here too. Some points of interest for visitors to see are: Rio Grande Open Space, Calabacillas, Arroyo, Shining River Parking Area, Rio Grande Nature Center, Peublo Montano Picnic Area and Trailhead, Rio Bravo Riverside Picnic Area, Fishing Pier and Nature Trail, Rio del Norte Picnic Area, and the Aldo Leopold Interpretive Trail and Forest. The state run park is a treat for all visitors and the river Rio Grande runs along it, making this site a piece of heaven in New Mexico.
Albuquerque Vacations - New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science was founded in 1986 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The museum won the 2008 Parents Picks quest to find the Best Museum for Big Kids because of the entertainment and awe it inspires to onlookers. This splendid museum will take you on a journey through time as it allows you to explore a cave, walk through a volcano, and discover the Ice Age. There are eight permanent TimeTracks exhibit that tell the story of New Mexico from the Paleozoic to the present and take the visitors back into time. There are also many dinosaurs to see here, starting from the statues outside the main entrance, to the large T-Rex in the atrium and a gigantic hall holding many complete and massive dinosaur skeletons. An entire wing of the museum has been devoted to astronomical exhibits, along with an exhibit showing/about the birth of the personal computer, which happened in Albuquerque. Some other exhibits you must see here are the Naturalist Center, Planetarium, Dynatheater, Lodestar Astronomy Center, and Nature Works Discovery Store.
Albuquerque Vacations - Explora! Science Center and Children's Museum
While spending your holidays at Albuquerque, a popular site to visit is the Explora! Science Center and Children's Museum. No matter whom you take with you and whatever their age is, they will thoroughly enjoy the museum. The museum has been called "one of the best science centers in the country" because it has over 250 interactive childrens exhibits which teach science, technology and art to them. The laminar flow fountain an experiment bar, a high-wire bike and a robotics lab are the best exhibits of the venue. The venue also features demonstrations, theatre performances and a variety of programs and activities for all tourists. A wide array of bilingual and edifying items can be purchases from the store inside the museum. Open all days of the week, the museum has tons of hands-on exhibits to encourage interactive learning and discover how science, arts, and culture interrelate. Get amused and visit the museum when in Albuquerque!
Family Sites to Visit during Albuquerque Vacations: Cliff's Amusement Park
The Cliff's Amusement Park is a thrilling family-owned amusement park lying at the core of Albuquerque on 15-acres of land. The park has 25 rides, which include: a log flume, steel roller coaster, children's rides and New Mexico's only wooden roller coaster - the New Mexico Rattler. The Spider, Demolition Disco, and the Big Flush, are also exciting for the whole family. Furthermore, the Super Fire Ball, Rattler, Sidewinder, Cliff Hanger, Falling Star, and Musik Express are even more thrilling ride for families!The Number 1 place for family fun in Albuquerque, the parks family rides, which include the Carousel, Demolition Disco, Galaxi, Rock-O-Plane, Scrambler, Sea Dragon, Train, and Tilt-A-Whirl, proves that there is something for everyone here. The park has water rides and a Kiddieland which fulfills the young ones appetite for fun. Only open during summer, early spring and autumn, the Cliff's Amusement Park has different days of running. Tickets cost vary due to different offers and range from $19. 95 (tax not added) $24. 95 (tax not added) to even $2. 50 (tax not added) or $69. 95 (tax not added) for the season pass. Make the best family time by visiting the Cliff's Amusement Park on your Albuquerque vacation!
