Spirit Magazine - May 2014 - (Page 124)

TRAVEL PROMOTIONAL SERIES More than 300 works of art, ranging from pottery to mosaics, are found throughout Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino. SPIRIT OF NEW MEXICO Buffalo Thunder is tucked in the Pojoaque Valley. to mosaics and weavings, representing every native tribe within the state. Keep the local vibe going as you settle in for fine dining at the on-site restaurant, Red Sage, which proves it has the flavors of the Southwest down pat with dishes like the tender kurobuta pork chop. If you can time your trip over June 16-18, you just may be lucky enough to spot Hindu spiritual leader and guru Amma during her three-day seminar focused on the overall idea of love and compassion toward all, a theme for which she is well-known. SEE You'll be seeing blue and green at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture while its renowned turquoise exhibit is on display, now through spring 2016. Peruse hundreds of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, belts and more made from the precious stone while you pick up lesser-known tidbits along the way. (Did you know turquoise is believed to protect against misfortune?) Now that's what we call a gem. 124 SPIRIT MAY 2014 PLAY IN THE SAND Situated in the heart of the Tularosa Basin in Alamogordo, about 200 miles south of Albuquerque, lies White Sands National Monument with its 275 square miles of glistening gypsum sand. Embark on a sunset stroll or full-moon bike ride, or soak up the ideal photo opps. EXPLORE CAVES Carlsbad Caverns National Park, located in the Guadalupe Mountains about 35 miles southwest of Carlsbad, is home to some 120 limestone caves. You're free to scout out popular ones like Carlsbad Cavern-just look for the thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats that settle here each summer. REVISIT HISTORY Between the years of about 850 A.D. and 1250, Chaco Canyon was the cultural hub for ancient Pueblo tribes. Today you can visit Chaco Culture National Historical Park in Nageezi, about 150 miles northwest of Albuquerque, and partake in tours, campﬁre talks, and more.

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - May 2014

Spirit Magazine - May 2014
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
Beef up broccoli (the vegan way)
Bunk over in Kennebunkport
Encourage creativity in the workplace
Wise Guide
Strengthen your sense of humor
Numbers
Lengthen locks
Learn a minty-fresh fact
Business
Uncover indie e-books
Share with strangers
The Art of the Veer
The Carousel of Happiness
Your Adventure In Providence
Promotional Series: Spirit of California
Promotional Series: Spirit of New Mexico
Calendar
Find fun on the fly
Fun!
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Products & Services
Flight Service
Terminal Maps
Information
Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners
Route Map
Sit down with Sarah McLachlan
The “If” List

Spirit Magazine - May 2014