Saturday, May 29, 2010
Good Bye Dennis Hopper
Taos was lucky to be honored by having Dennis participate in last years Summer of Love, Taos 2009 with celebrations of both EZ Rider and his art and photography. We wish his family and friends peace and love. Amazing actor! Go rebel!
Friday, May 28, 2010
Red Willow Indian Market at Taos Pueblo Art Center 5/29-31, 2010
Here's just one more activity fot eh Memorial Day weekend in and around Taos. This is THE place to see and purchase Native - made arts and crafts. Hours are 10 AM to 5 PM daily. Although featuring Taos Pueblo Artisans, other pueblo indians are invited to participate. The Taos Pueblo Art Center is located just North of downtown Taos on Veterans Highway, the main road into the Pueblo, the straight at the Allsups curve at the North end of Paseo del Pueblo.
A youth dance group contest is also planned. Open to children from 5 to 18 who are skilled at Pow Wow style dancing. A troupe of Aztec dancerswill perform at noon each day.
Booth rentals are $75 and you need to supply your own booth tables, shades, etc. More information from Marie Reyna, director of Oo-oonah Art Center. 575-779-3486.
The Taos News, Tempo, and other seasonal guides are full of dozens of activities and sights to be involved with on your Taos vacation trip. Our front desk team will gladly visit and be your "tour guide".
Although we are very biker friendly, we do have standards. Three simple rules: 1. no bikes in the rooms, 2. no bikes under the porches/breezeways, and 3. no donuts in the courtyard :-) ! Ride SAFELY. Watch for BIKERS.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Honor USA and Allied Veterans!
A youth dance group contest is also planned. Open to children from 5 to 18 who are skilled at Pow Wow style dancing. A troupe of Aztec dancerswill perform at noon each day.
Booth rentals are $75 and you need to supply your own booth tables, shades, etc. More information from Marie Reyna, director of Oo-oonah Art Center. 575-779-3486.
The Taos News, Tempo, and other seasonal guides are full of dozens of activities and sights to be involved with on your Taos vacation trip. Our front desk team will gladly visit and be your "tour guide".
Although we are very biker friendly, we do have standards. Three simple rules: 1. no bikes in the rooms, 2. no bikes under the porches/breezeways, and 3. no donuts in the courtyard :-) ! Ride SAFELY. Watch for BIKERS.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Honor USA and Allied Veterans!
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Taos Plaza Live! Broadcast ONLINE!
If you'd like to sample the Taos Plaza Live! free concert bnefore you visit Taos, or you miss being here for one, Taos is joining the present times and webcasting the concert. Click here to get to Taosnet for the link to watch: http://www.taosnet.com/QR/#.
Here's another link to information about the Enchanted Circle which is filled with activities this weekend. http://www.enchantedcircle.org/
For your next trip, plan a day to drive the circle from Taos thru the Valle Vidal and back. Call the USFS prior to making this trip as the road is not always open. If you want to really see the most beautiful parts of New Mexico, come to Taos, spend the day driving this dirt road, take a picnic lunch, drinks, and snacks. Don't forget the camera. You may want to make this trip again, and again, and...http://www.enchantedcircle.org/itinerary-valle-vidal.php
We thank you for making Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza your headquarters when you Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010!
Here's another link to information about the Enchanted Circle which is filled with activities this weekend. http://www.enchantedcircle.org/
For your next trip, plan a day to drive the circle from Taos thru the Valle Vidal and back. Call the USFS prior to making this trip as the road is not always open. If you want to really see the most beautiful parts of New Mexico, come to Taos, spend the day driving this dirt road, take a picnic lunch, drinks, and snacks. Don't forget the camera. You may want to make this trip again, and again, and...http://www.enchantedcircle.org/itinerary-valle-vidal.php
We thank you for making Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza your headquarters when you Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010!
Speed Traps and Memorial Day Weekend
If anyone needs reminding, Memorial Day Weekend brings the police out in force! For those traveling early, be prepared. From Albuquerque to Taos and back, I saw at least 7 ot 8 police, 3 or 4 with lights a blazin. What I'm saying is watch your step carefully. I always suggest traveling with a radar detector. An inexpensive one is usually adequate. If you want to spend the big buck, that's good too. Remember, if it's not on, it doesn't work. :-)
The area around Pojoaque is always populated with numerous green stamp issuers. Saw 2 or 3 along there yesterday.
The other item that needs emphasis for those taking the road from ABQ, just North of ABQ is about 10 miles of freeway construction with reduced speed limits and double fines. Two tickets being written yesterday. There is also a long project just North of Pojoaque into Espanola. Both include reduced numbers of lanes in some places,reduced width of lanes, lane reallignments, speed reductions.
Nothing ruins a weekend more than an unexpected and expensive ticket. Saving 1 ticket pays for a radar detector. If your using a GPS device, they are usually accurate at speed limits.
Remember, there are a lot of motorcycles on the roads of Northern NM this weekend. Please use caution and care. Every year either they or the 4 wheelers are absent crainial awareness and someone gets dumped.
Keep your eyes open! And your wheels down.
We want you to arrive safely at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza for your first weekend of summer.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Cycles park in our central courtyard!
The area around Pojoaque is always populated with numerous green stamp issuers. Saw 2 or 3 along there yesterday.
The other item that needs emphasis for those taking the road from ABQ, just North of ABQ is about 10 miles of freeway construction with reduced speed limits and double fines. Two tickets being written yesterday. There is also a long project just North of Pojoaque into Espanola. Both include reduced numbers of lanes in some places,reduced width of lanes, lane reallignments, speed reductions.
Nothing ruins a weekend more than an unexpected and expensive ticket. Saving 1 ticket pays for a radar detector. If your using a GPS device, they are usually accurate at speed limits.
Remember, there are a lot of motorcycles on the roads of Northern NM this weekend. Please use caution and care. Every year either they or the 4 wheelers are absent crainial awareness and someone gets dumped.
Keep your eyes open! And your wheels down.
We want you to arrive safely at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza for your first weekend of summer.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Cycles park in our central courtyard!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Solar Heating Pool Is Open + Balooning Article
First, our pool is open. Passed the state inspection today. Although the sun has been oft absent since we started the system a week ago. Hence, the temp is more along the lines of suited for Polar Bears. It was up to 67 but will climb 3-4 degrees per sunny day. We'll keep the solar cover on to build and retain and remove it if someone wants to take a dip.
Steve Winston is a travel writer who loves the Southwest and has written numerous articles for different publications. He too does a blog and write a great article about ballooning the Rio Grande Gorge. From this post and other Guest stories, it is something you should seriously consider adding to your Taos Experience! http://www.stevewinstonwriter.wordpress.com/
Our team of front desk professionals called around Taos hotels the last couple of days. Most downtown properties are already booked for the upcoming weekend. We still have a few rooms. We have both our deluxe single king bed and family two queen bed rooms. Rates begin at $129 and we ask a 3 night minimum for the weekend. Ride safely.
We appreciate, love, and seek referrals of friends, family, customers, and biz associates to Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza and invite you to visit our FB biz page -
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856 ,
click on wall tab, click on "like". Our employees have challenged me to get over 250 "likes" by the end of May. Seems like a daunting task but with lots of help, we'll get there. Thanks!
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Remember What Memorial Day Honors!
Steve Winston is a travel writer who loves the Southwest and has written numerous articles for different publications. He too does a blog and write a great article about ballooning the Rio Grande Gorge. From this post and other Guest stories, it is something you should seriously consider adding to your Taos Experience! http://www.stevewinstonwriter.wordpress.com/
Our team of front desk professionals called around Taos hotels the last couple of days. Most downtown properties are already booked for the upcoming weekend. We still have a few rooms. We have both our deluxe single king bed and family two queen bed rooms. Rates begin at $129 and we ask a 3 night minimum for the weekend. Ride safely.
We appreciate, love, and seek referrals of friends, family, customers, and biz associates to Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza and invite you to visit our FB biz page -
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856 ,
click on wall tab, click on "like". Our employees have challenged me to get over 250 "likes" by the end of May. Seems like a daunting task but with lots of help, we'll get there. Thanks!
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Remember What Memorial Day Honors!
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Taos Plaza Live! Opening Show thursday May 26, 2010
Sponsored by Taos County Chamber of Commerce and The Taos Project, you'll enjoy the tunes on Historic Taos Plaza with these FREE concerts Thrusday evenings throughout the summer. Concerts run 6 PM to 8 PM and begin this week with Take-2 at 6 PM playing classic rock, country, and oldies. At 7 PM Last To Know plays Discofunkgrass. There web site is http://www.lasttoknowmusic.com/
Want the full season schedule? Check out http://www.taosplazalive.com/
Historic Taos Plaza is a couple blocks North of Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza. Many of our Guests report back to us that they've enjoyed both the concerts and wandering the Plaza area shops. People watchers find these concerts to be a real treat. Might be a good reason to begin your Taos visit a day earlier than your normal Friday arrival?
The guys from Los Rios River Runners and Adventure Sports are dilligently working on their new space in Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza Shops. They're trying to be open for booking your summer raft trip and other activities by this weekend.
The real summer season is about to begin. Memorial Day weekend is almost here. Remember what the weekend is all about.
Rates for the weekend at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza stat at $129 for singles with a three night minimum. Many hotels are already full. Call us today.
www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Ride and Drive Safely for Memorial Day weekend!
Want the full season schedule? Check out http://www.taosplazalive.com/
Historic Taos Plaza is a couple blocks North of Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza. Many of our Guests report back to us that they've enjoyed both the concerts and wandering the Plaza area shops. People watchers find these concerts to be a real treat. Might be a good reason to begin your Taos visit a day earlier than your normal Friday arrival?
The guys from Los Rios River Runners and Adventure Sports are dilligently working on their new space in Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza Shops. They're trying to be open for booking your summer raft trip and other activities by this weekend.
The real summer season is about to begin. Memorial Day weekend is almost here. Remember what the weekend is all about.
Rates for the weekend at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza stat at $129 for singles with a three night minimum. Many hotels are already full. Call us today.
www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Ride and Drive Safely for Memorial Day weekend!
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010
Taos News just published to Return to Sacred Places Visitor Guide. Another great addition to the myriad of information about the Taos area. The guide is about 68 pages of articles and ads that will entice you into loving Taos just a bit more than before you read the guide. Readers will certainly question why they didn't plan a longer time frome for Exploring Life at A Higher Level, Taos! Pick up a copy when you arrive in Taos to better plan your travels. http://www.taosnews.com/articles/2010/05/22/news/doc4bf430445c2e1089799619.txt
The cover photo of that complimentary guide is a Lenny Foster image. His web site displays a number of limited edition "Healing Hands" pigmented prints. He's able to capture much of the magic that attracts so many to visit Taos. http://www.lennyfoster.com/swf/index.html. His work is quite extraordinary, enjoy his web site!
Taos Chamber Music Group presents to final concert of the season Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 7:30 PM at Taos Community Auditorium. This dynamic multi media program includes the world premier of Edie Hill's Return to Sacred Places and many other works. Advance tickets for this concert are $17 for adults and may be purchased at TCA office Monday - Friday, cash or check 575-758-2052. http://www.tcataos.org/. They may be charged at http://www.taoschambermusicgroup.org/. Tickets at the door are $20. Bring your ticket stub to the front desk at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza for a 50% discount of the ticket value towards your room - i.e. $8.50 or $10. Only 1 discount per room, not valid with any othr discounts.
Take a moment to visit our Facebook biz page. Then, click on the wall tab, then click on the "like" button. If you are a Facebook person, we'd appreciate your posting a link to our biz page on your profile page wall. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856.
The above are just a taste of the guides ideas. See you in Taos, soon! Travel safely and enjoy your visit to the mountain of North Central NM!
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Thanks for your business!
The cover photo of that complimentary guide is a Lenny Foster image. His web site displays a number of limited edition "Healing Hands" pigmented prints. He's able to capture much of the magic that attracts so many to visit Taos. http://www.lennyfoster.com/swf/index.html. His work is quite extraordinary, enjoy his web site!
Taos Chamber Music Group presents to final concert of the season Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 7:30 PM at Taos Community Auditorium. This dynamic multi media program includes the world premier of Edie Hill's Return to Sacred Places and many other works. Advance tickets for this concert are $17 for adults and may be purchased at TCA office Monday - Friday, cash or check 575-758-2052. http://www.tcataos.org/. They may be charged at http://www.taoschambermusicgroup.org/. Tickets at the door are $20. Bring your ticket stub to the front desk at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza for a 50% discount of the ticket value towards your room - i.e. $8.50 or $10. Only 1 discount per room, not valid with any othr discounts.
Take a moment to visit our Facebook biz page. Then, click on the wall tab, then click on the "like" button. If you are a Facebook person, we'd appreciate your posting a link to our biz page on your profile page wall. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856.
The above are just a taste of the guides ideas. See you in Taos, soon! Travel safely and enjoy your visit to the mountain of North Central NM!
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Thanks for your business!
Friday, May 21, 2010
SMU In Taos, Taos Plaza Live, and Return To Sacred Places, Taos 2010 Schedules
Amazing free lectures at SMU Taos continue through numerous and wide ranging topic areas. Topics range from Davey Crockett to Millicent Rogers to Archaeology to Solar System Science to Art Shows and more. All lectures and shows are held at the Fort Burgwin Campus just South of Ranchos de Taos along Pot Creek. More details and a printable schedule at: http://sme.edu/taos/events.asp.
Starting Thursday, May 27, 2010, Taos Plaza Live returns with weekly Thursday evening free concerts on Taos Plaza. All shows start at 6 PM. Most shows have two different performers, one at 6 the second at 7 PM. http://www.taosplazalive.com/.
The earlier post about Return to Sacred Places activities was growing too long so I halted mid schedule. Here's the link to the official web site - http://www.taossacredplaces.com/. All those sites offer a printable schedule.
Perhaps you'd prefer to simply move to Taos for the summer? There is much to see and do. A day or two probably won't get the job done nor satiate your Taos taste buds. In order to help that idea along, I'll offer you a direct booking blog/social networking special. This special is only available when you email the Inn and mention this posting. We'll do weeklies for 1 or 2 Guests for $385 a week. Compare that with the Taos average summer rate of well over $90 a night. Make it a month for $1155. Both are prepaid rates, are plus tax, not valid with other specials. May I remind you that Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is your home away from home while in Taos.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Stay a Day, a Week, or a Month!
Starting Thursday, May 27, 2010, Taos Plaza Live returns with weekly Thursday evening free concerts on Taos Plaza. All shows start at 6 PM. Most shows have two different performers, one at 6 the second at 7 PM. http://www.taosplazalive.com/.
The earlier post about Return to Sacred Places activities was growing too long so I halted mid schedule. Here's the link to the official web site - http://www.taossacredplaces.com/. All those sites offer a printable schedule.
Perhaps you'd prefer to simply move to Taos for the summer? There is much to see and do. A day or two probably won't get the job done nor satiate your Taos taste buds. In order to help that idea along, I'll offer you a direct booking blog/social networking special. This special is only available when you email the Inn and mention this posting. We'll do weeklies for 1 or 2 Guests for $385 a week. Compare that with the Taos average summer rate of well over $90 a night. Make it a month for $1155. Both are prepaid rates, are plus tax, not valid with other specials. May I remind you that Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is your home away from home while in Taos.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Stay a Day, a Week, or a Month!
Taos Festival of Art & Architecture and Let's Play in the mud
What a wierd headline. But it does have a purpose. As a part of Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010, the new Taos Festival of Art & Architecture offers visitors a glimpse into the sacred art and architecture that is part of what makes Taos such a magical experience. For more information, you may call Steve Parks at 575-751-0343 or visit http://www.taossacredplaces.com/.
What about playing in the mud you say? A key event of the Festival is the annual re-plastering of the San Franciso de Assis Church in Ranchos. The church is famous due to the many paintings done by the public and world reknown artists such as Georgia O'Keefe and Ansel Adams. The church is known as one of the most painted and photographed churches in the world. Dur9ing 2009, Yahoo.com named the church among the "Top 10 things to see before you die".
Built in 1815 (that's 195 years ago for the math challenged), each year a fresh layer of plaster mixed with straw is added. Locals and visitors are invited to participate. Call the church office to get involved, 575-758-2754.
In an earlier post, we talked about the juried exhibition of paintings and photographs hanging at the Encore Gallery of the Taos Community Auditorium. That show runs now thru June 13, 2010. The aartist reception is Saturday May 22, 2010 from 2 to 5 PM. More information at http://www.tcataos.org/.
Saturday, May 29, 2010, the festival hosts two tours of "Four Valley Adobe Churches and Moradas". Larry Torres will conduct the tours as an expert in the field. Tours leave the town of Taos Town Hall at 10 AM and 2 PM. Only 26 seats are available for each tour so call 575-751-0647 for reservations. Tickets are $20.
Friday June 4, 2010 at 8 PM the Festival continues with "The Glory of Adobe" in the Encore Gallery at TCA. It's an evening of films, lectures, and a multimedia show. Addmission is $10. Call 575-758-2052 for details.
Kimosabe Taos also invites visitors to enjoy their shop full of vintage Western Americana. For more information, call 575-758-8826 and visit their web site - http://www.kimosabetaos.com/.
Those are just a part of this years events focussed on Return to Sacred Places. Plan an extra few days to really experience Taos at it's fullest.
Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is certainly conveniently located right in the heart of downtown Taos, close to all the downtown features, galleries, and museums. You'll love the peaceful environment of our acre central courtyard with it's 100 foot tall Grandma Willow and more. We hope you'll follow this page, visit our twitter page, and "like" our Facebook biz page - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 You will enjoy your Taos time!
What about playing in the mud you say? A key event of the Festival is the annual re-plastering of the San Franciso de Assis Church in Ranchos. The church is famous due to the many paintings done by the public and world reknown artists such as Georgia O'Keefe and Ansel Adams. The church is known as one of the most painted and photographed churches in the world. Dur9ing 2009, Yahoo.com named the church among the "Top 10 things to see before you die".
Built in 1815 (that's 195 years ago for the math challenged), each year a fresh layer of plaster mixed with straw is added. Locals and visitors are invited to participate. Call the church office to get involved, 575-758-2754.
In an earlier post, we talked about the juried exhibition of paintings and photographs hanging at the Encore Gallery of the Taos Community Auditorium. That show runs now thru June 13, 2010. The aartist reception is Saturday May 22, 2010 from 2 to 5 PM. More information at http://www.tcataos.org/.
Saturday, May 29, 2010, the festival hosts two tours of "Four Valley Adobe Churches and Moradas". Larry Torres will conduct the tours as an expert in the field. Tours leave the town of Taos Town Hall at 10 AM and 2 PM. Only 26 seats are available for each tour so call 575-751-0647 for reservations. Tickets are $20.
Friday June 4, 2010 at 8 PM the Festival continues with "The Glory of Adobe" in the Encore Gallery at TCA. It's an evening of films, lectures, and a multimedia show. Addmission is $10. Call 575-758-2052 for details.
Kimosabe Taos also invites visitors to enjoy their shop full of vintage Western Americana. For more information, call 575-758-8826 and visit their web site - http://www.kimosabetaos.com/.
Those are just a part of this years events focussed on Return to Sacred Places. Plan an extra few days to really experience Taos at it's fullest.
Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is certainly conveniently located right in the heart of downtown Taos, close to all the downtown features, galleries, and museums. You'll love the peaceful environment of our acre central courtyard with it's 100 foot tall Grandma Willow and more. We hope you'll follow this page, visit our twitter page, and "like" our Facebook biz page - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 You will enjoy your Taos time!
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
TCA Late May Activities Include Film and Moving People Dance Theater
TCA continues to bring both Taosenos and visitors interesting artistic experiences. Friday, May 21, 2010 at 7:30 PM TCA presents "Who Needs Sleep". This free event consists of a screening of the documentary film by Haskell Wexler followed by a discussion of the film with Wexler and nueroscientist Dr. James F. Pagel, a Taos resident. Doors open at 7:15 PM for this unique mixing of art and science. Since the show is free, we won't discount our already affordable lodging for those who attend.
Saturday, TCA hosts a reception for the artists, May 22, 2010, from 2 to 5 PM in the TCA of the juried show. Jurists sought "work that demonstrates skill and originality in the rendering and elicits strong emotional response to the subject." Works from over 20 area artists are on display from May 14 until June 13, 2010 in the TCA Encore Gallery.
Moving People Dance Theater present the 7th annual Dance Festival on two evenings. This festival displays contemporary dance from several dance experts. Cost is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and those under 21. We'll credit any Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza Guests with show tickets $10 off the cost of the room for one night. No other lodging property in Taos supports the local arts with lodging discounts for Guests who patronize our local theater, TCA.
Rates for that weekend start at $129 for singles. We still have rooms available. Although we are seeking a 3 night minimum, we will reserve Friday or Sunday by themselves. We're hard at work preparing the solar heated pool for openning by then. Enjoy your visit to Taos with all it's tourist attractions.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Taos, Life At A Higher Level!
Saturday, TCA hosts a reception for the artists, May 22, 2010, from 2 to 5 PM in the TCA of the juried show. Jurists sought "work that demonstrates skill and originality in the rendering and elicits strong emotional response to the subject." Works from over 20 area artists are on display from May 14 until June 13, 2010 in the TCA Encore Gallery.
Moving People Dance Theater present the 7th annual Dance Festival on two evenings. This festival displays contemporary dance from several dance experts. Cost is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and those under 21. We'll credit any Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza Guests with show tickets $10 off the cost of the room for one night. No other lodging property in Taos supports the local arts with lodging discounts for Guests who patronize our local theater, TCA.
Rates for that weekend start at $129 for singles. We still have rooms available. Although we are seeking a 3 night minimum, we will reserve Friday or Sunday by themselves. We're hard at work preparing the solar heated pool for openning by then. Enjoy your visit to Taos with all it's tourist attractions.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Taos, Life At A Higher Level!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Los Rios River Runners Booking Office Soon At Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza
It is exciting to announce that Los Rios is remodeling space at Indfian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza as they prepare to open a rafting and activity booking office here at 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM. We and they'll be just 2 blocks South of historic Taos Plaza, across from Smiths Grocery and Gas. Cisco will be organizing as many activities as he can to keep you entertained and having fun during the summer months.
Our hotel is the place to book for all your summer activities. If any of your travel mates prefer a more sedate non activity filled visit, we're close to all downtown historic district sights. Easy for you both to fully enjoy and experience Taos, Life At a Higher Level.
Here's a link to a Utube video of rafting the Rio Grande box and gorge. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVFx22b3rvI . You are going to enjoy your time in Taos! Just give us more than a day. You'll need more to fully experience the history, culture, art, and activities.
Great values for early Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR Guests. They're offering some super deals for early season kick off. Ask at the front desk and we'll help or visit their web site -
An a Utube video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwSbYICrYj8. There's a ton of other videos. Whet your appetitie!
Hope you'll follow this blog, follow us on Twitter, visit and like our Facebook biz page. Most of all, make us your home away from home while in the Taos and north central area of NM. We'll always provide you Taos' best location, good quality rooms including deluxe single king bed, unusually friendly Guest service, and probably Taos' best value Inn lodging. Book direct.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010! NOW!
Our hotel is the place to book for all your summer activities. If any of your travel mates prefer a more sedate non activity filled visit, we're close to all downtown historic district sights. Easy for you both to fully enjoy and experience Taos, Life At a Higher Level.
Here's a link to a Utube video of rafting the Rio Grande box and gorge. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVFx22b3rvI . You are going to enjoy your time in Taos! Just give us more than a day. You'll need more to fully experience the history, culture, art, and activities.
Great values for early Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR Guests. They're offering some super deals for early season kick off. Ask at the front desk and we'll help or visit their web site -
An a Utube video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwSbYICrYj8. There's a ton of other videos. Whet your appetitie!
Hope you'll follow this blog, follow us on Twitter, visit and like our Facebook biz page. Most of all, make us your home away from home while in the Taos and north central area of NM. We'll always provide you Taos' best location, good quality rooms including deluxe single king bed, unusually friendly Guest service, and probably Taos' best value Inn lodging. Book direct.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010! NOW!
Friday, May 14, 2010
Lots To See and Do In Taos
Been away for a couple days, hence no new posts. So there's several items for this weekend.
The 27th Annual Taos Spring Arts Celebration continues through May 31, 2010. This town wide festival celebrates the many art forms offered by the many Taos artists. They are much of the why folks enjoy Taos so much and have for so long. Included are gallerey opennings, musical shows, stage presentations, dining and more. More details at 575-751-8800.
Return to Sacred Touch Essential Massage and Spa Therapies Workshop Series. Saturday, May 15, 2010 is the two hour Introduction to Sacred Touch, a hands on seminar taught by an experienced licesed massage therapist. This is a fee event. Held at Essential Massage, 824 Paseo del Pueblo Norte. 575-751-4040 http://www.taosessential.com/
Rabbit Run Disc Golf Tournament, Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16, 2010. Held at Two Gray Hares Disc Golf Course, Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort, NM. This is a C Tier PDGA sanctioned tournament. Call 575-587-2087 or visit their web site for details - http://www.sipapunm.com/ Even if you aren't in to disc golf, Sipapu is awefully peaceful any time of year!
Enchanted Storytelling begins at 7:30 PM Saturday the 15th at Spirit Runner Gallery featuring Roberta Courtney Meyers. We're talking about taking you back in time...into Taos' sacred past...where you'll meet Taos' historical ghosts. Also ocurrs Wednesday, the 19th, same time and place.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR begins May 22, 2010, Saturday. Book your rooms and buy your tickets soon. It's a great ride! Email me for the right trip choice or ask our team of "tour guides" at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza.
Memorial Day at Viet Nam Veterans Park will be perhaps the biggest weekend in history. Activities include 4 speakers, the artist in residence talks, 2 bands for 3 concerts, the ribbon cutting for the remodeled visitor center, the traditional candle light vigil May 30 at 7 PM, The Flag at 9 AM on the 31st, and Memorial Day Ceremopny at 11 AM on the 1st. Plan a little extra time as the Moreno Valley will be crowded and busy. Ride safely! If you're driving, watch for the bikes! Details at 575-377-1594 or www.nmparks.com or www.angelfirefun.com.
A reminder, Memorial Day weekend is always busy in and around Northern NM. I suggest you reserve now to avoid wandering helter skelter looking for a last minute room.
After a short out of town trip, may I remind you that Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza still offers affordable phone calls at $.50. Some big city hotels charge as much as $2 when you dial from that bedside phone. Internet service cost $14 a day at most big city big property hotels. We're still giving it away. We'll gladly send a fax for you at $2 the first page and $1 for added pages. Our hotel charged $8 for the first page. Want a fridge in big town USA, it'll cost as much as $25 a night. Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza, the cost is $10 a night. The end result, that big city hotel charges from $100 to $500 a night with an average of about $200. Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza will welcome you for about a third to half those big city rates.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 See you in Taos Soon!
The 27th Annual Taos Spring Arts Celebration continues through May 31, 2010. This town wide festival celebrates the many art forms offered by the many Taos artists. They are much of the why folks enjoy Taos so much and have for so long. Included are gallerey opennings, musical shows, stage presentations, dining and more. More details at 575-751-8800.
Return to Sacred Touch Essential Massage and Spa Therapies Workshop Series. Saturday, May 15, 2010 is the two hour Introduction to Sacred Touch, a hands on seminar taught by an experienced licesed massage therapist. This is a fee event. Held at Essential Massage, 824 Paseo del Pueblo Norte. 575-751-4040 http://www.taosessential.com/
Rabbit Run Disc Golf Tournament, Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16, 2010. Held at Two Gray Hares Disc Golf Course, Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort, NM. This is a C Tier PDGA sanctioned tournament. Call 575-587-2087 or visit their web site for details - http://www.sipapunm.com/ Even if you aren't in to disc golf, Sipapu is awefully peaceful any time of year!
Enchanted Storytelling begins at 7:30 PM Saturday the 15th at Spirit Runner Gallery featuring Roberta Courtney Meyers. We're talking about taking you back in time...into Taos' sacred past...where you'll meet Taos' historical ghosts. Also ocurrs Wednesday, the 19th, same time and place.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR begins May 22, 2010, Saturday. Book your rooms and buy your tickets soon. It's a great ride! Email me for the right trip choice or ask our team of "tour guides" at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza.
Memorial Day at Viet Nam Veterans Park will be perhaps the biggest weekend in history. Activities include 4 speakers, the artist in residence talks, 2 bands for 3 concerts, the ribbon cutting for the remodeled visitor center, the traditional candle light vigil May 30 at 7 PM, The Flag at 9 AM on the 31st, and Memorial Day Ceremopny at 11 AM on the 1st. Plan a little extra time as the Moreno Valley will be crowded and busy. Ride safely! If you're driving, watch for the bikes! Details at 575-377-1594 or www.nmparks.com or www.angelfirefun.com.
A reminder, Memorial Day weekend is always busy in and around Northern NM. I suggest you reserve now to avoid wandering helter skelter looking for a last minute room.
After a short out of town trip, may I remind you that Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza still offers affordable phone calls at $.50. Some big city hotels charge as much as $2 when you dial from that bedside phone. Internet service cost $14 a day at most big city big property hotels. We're still giving it away. We'll gladly send a fax for you at $2 the first page and $1 for added pages. Our hotel charged $8 for the first page. Want a fridge in big town USA, it'll cost as much as $25 a night. Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza, the cost is $10 a night. The end result, that big city hotel charges from $100 to $500 a night with an average of about $200. Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza will welcome you for about a third to half those big city rates.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 See you in Taos Soon!
Sunday, May 9, 2010
More May Arts & Activities for Taos
The public is invited to meet and visit with Taos plein-air painter Salvatore Giglio at the Meet the Artist program at Sage Fine Art Gallery on Taos Plaza. The event is Wednesday, May 12, and 19, 2010 and runs each day from 11 AM to 5 PM. He is exhibiting his "On the Spot" paintings as the featured artist of the Sage Gallery. On display are his new watercolor, oils, and graphite sketches works. More information at Sage Gallery, 575-758-9396 and their web site: http://www.theartistswindowonline.com/artwinweb/artwin.nsf/SageFineArt/SageFineArt?OpenDocument
Centinel Bank's main office just South of Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza 3 blocks hosts an exhibit of movie posters beginning this week, Thursday, May 13, 2010 and running until the end of May. An openning reception is from 5:30 to 7 PM Thursday. The collector is Steve Wiard, pastor of El Pueblito United Methodist Church. Seems Steve began his collection some 25 years ago when a friend gave him a gift, the "Bull Durham" poster. Foir more information, call 575-770-9590.
There is a good list of other art opennings and shows going thru May at many area galleries. You can look prior to your arrival in Taos at http://http://www.taosnews.com/ or ask our front desk welcoming team to help you plab your days in Taos.
Activities include white water rafting, horseback riding, hiking, biking, driving around, golf, more. Don't forget the galleries, museums, Taos Moutain Casino (NM's only smoke free casino), more.
As usual, we've got special rates for 3 night visitors from $129 for one Guest in a value room. Upgrades available to our deluxe single king from $179. We'll always offer Taos best location, convenient to all downtown historical and cultural sights, plus some of Taos' most reasonable rates. Hope you'll visit our Facebook page and "like" us - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856. Invite you to follow this blog. If you prefer, follow us on http://www.twitter.com/indianhillsinn. We thank you and appreciate your business!
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Plan at least 3 days for your Taos Experience!
Centinel Bank's main office just South of Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza 3 blocks hosts an exhibit of movie posters beginning this week, Thursday, May 13, 2010 and running until the end of May. An openning reception is from 5:30 to 7 PM Thursday. The collector is Steve Wiard, pastor of El Pueblito United Methodist Church. Seems Steve began his collection some 25 years ago when a friend gave him a gift, the "Bull Durham" poster. Foir more information, call 575-770-9590.
There is a good list of other art opennings and shows going thru May at many area galleries. You can look prior to your arrival in Taos at http://http://www.taosnews.com/ or ask our front desk welcoming team to help you plab your days in Taos.
Activities include white water rafting, horseback riding, hiking, biking, driving around, golf, more. Don't forget the galleries, museums, Taos Moutain Casino (NM's only smoke free casino), more.
As usual, we've got special rates for 3 night visitors from $129 for one Guest in a value room. Upgrades available to our deluxe single king from $179. We'll always offer Taos best location, convenient to all downtown historical and cultural sights, plus some of Taos' most reasonable rates. Hope you'll visit our Facebook page and "like" us - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856. Invite you to follow this blog. If you prefer, follow us on http://www.twitter.com/indianhillsinn. We thank you and appreciate your business!
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Plan at least 3 days for your Taos Experience!
Friday, May 7, 2010
Pat Woodall - New Works - Images In Sunlight Gallery Openning
Another Mothers Day weekend activity in Taos. Go summer! This one is at Wired? Coffee-Cyber-Cafe. Openning is Saturday, May 6, 2010, 1 to 4 PM. Pat's focus is the mystery of the Taos area light that has been a popular draw of artists to Taos for a century. The show runs thru the end of May. More info at http://www.wiredcoffeeshop.com/ .
Ask at our front desk for more ideas of things to see and do while you're in Taos. It's a constantly changing list. We'll do all we can to make certain you enjoy the time you've allowed us to fill. Don't short change yourself or Taos, we had a lady do her sabatical a couple years back who ended up spending almost 2 months with us. She clearly simply couldn't get enough of us, the town, the galleries, the art, the activities, the peaceful time, etc.
This weekend is also the Spring Arts & Craafts Fest at Kit Carson Park. Always interesting things to see.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010!
Ask at our front desk for more ideas of things to see and do while you're in Taos. It's a constantly changing list. We'll do all we can to make certain you enjoy the time you've allowed us to fill. Don't short change yourself or Taos, we had a lady do her sabatical a couple years back who ended up spending almost 2 months with us. She clearly simply couldn't get enough of us, the town, the galleries, the art, the activities, the peaceful time, etc.
This weekend is also the Spring Arts & Craafts Fest at Kit Carson Park. Always interesting things to see.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010!
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Help Us Build Our Facebook Connections
I need your help. First, we invite you to sign up and follow us on the blog.
Second, we are working dilligently to build our Facebook biz page list of connections. When you find and visit our biz page, you'll be on our notes tab. Tab over to the wall then click "like". I also welcome you to becoming a friend on my John Slenes page although I must warn you, I post political commentary that some will like and others will detest!
Here's the link to the Facebook biz page - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856. Thanks for helping us build our friends and likes on the Facebook platform.
This weekend is the free Mothers Day Music Fest. We've talked about it before but it's right in Taos at Filimon Park. See you there.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Happy Mother's Day!
Second, we are working dilligently to build our Facebook biz page list of connections. When you find and visit our biz page, you'll be on our notes tab. Tab over to the wall then click "like". I also welcome you to becoming a friend on my John Slenes page although I must warn you, I post political commentary that some will like and others will detest!
Here's the link to the Facebook biz page - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Taos-NM/Indian-Hills-Inn-Taos-Plaza/92952104085?v=app_2347471856. Thanks for helping us build our friends and likes on the Facebook platform.
This weekend is the free Mothers Day Music Fest. We've talked about it before but it's right in Taos at Filimon Park. See you there.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Happy Mother's Day!
Monday, May 3, 2010
Enchanted Florist for Mother's Day at Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza
Planning on visiting Taos for Mother's Day? You will earn points if you'll surprise her with flowers from Enchanted Florist. You can call them at 575-758-3030 or visit their web site at http://www.taosflorist.com/ or tell us at the front desk when you reserve your room how much you'd like us to spend and we'll place the order for you. You know me, I always advise calling direct rather than using the online service. That usually saves both you and thr business $$$.
What a great addition to a couple nights in Taos. Reserve one of our deluxe single king bed rooms. Relax around our courtyard. Some Guests enjoy sitting in front of our horno like fireplace/BBQ/grill, sipping a toddy, listening to some tunes. Other prefer wandering the town's historical lanes and places. Yet others will prefer a lounge with live music. Ask at our front desk for directions to the kind of activity you'd prefer. All that crowned by flowers in the room when you and Mom arrive. Guaranteed to bring a tear or two!
We appreciate your business and ask for your referrals of friends, family, and associates. As a small independent Inn, we depend on that person to person referral system for our success. Ask for our two night discount rate when you call or book from our website.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Happy Mother's Day, Enjoy the weekend!
What a great addition to a couple nights in Taos. Reserve one of our deluxe single king bed rooms. Relax around our courtyard. Some Guests enjoy sitting in front of our horno like fireplace/BBQ/grill, sipping a toddy, listening to some tunes. Other prefer wandering the town's historical lanes and places. Yet others will prefer a lounge with live music. Ask at our front desk for directions to the kind of activity you'd prefer. All that crowned by flowers in the room when you and Mom arrive. Guaranteed to bring a tear or two!
We appreciate your business and ask for your referrals of friends, family, and associates. As a small independent Inn, we depend on that person to person referral system for our success. Ask for our two night discount rate when you call or book from our website.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Happy Mother's Day, Enjoy the weekend!
At Least 11 Ongoing Artist Exhibits in Taos Now, May 2010
A quick glance through the Taos News Tempo Magazine shows at least 11 ongoing exhibits occurring right now. Choose from out door wind sculptures, the Sacred Feminine. The Sacred Erotic, Spring Fever featuring several local artists, Sprung, Harwood staff, Taos Artists Organization at Peoples Bank, Sacred Places, Sacred Land. Sacred Moment, Remnants of a Hidden Past, and Treasures of the Vault. You'll note, the creative people have focused on this years Taos marketing theme, Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010. You can see most Taos News materiial online at http://www.taosnews.com/.
Still a few days to get our late spring super special. That's a 3 night package for as little as $99 for a single. Upgrade to deluxe for as little as $149.
It's not too late to book for Mothers Day weekend. Enjoy both the Moms Day Music fest and the Spring Arts & Crafts plus all the other Taos Experiences.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Life at a Higher Level, Taos
Still a few days to get our late spring super special. That's a 3 night package for as little as $99 for a single. Upgrade to deluxe for as little as $149.
It's not too late to book for Mothers Day weekend. Enjoy both the Moms Day Music fest and the Spring Arts & Crafts plus all the other Taos Experiences.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Life at a Higher Level, Taos
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR Starts May 22, 2010
It is almost that time of year, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR begins regular narrow guage steam powered train trips from Chama, New Mexico to Antonito, Colorado Satuday, May 22, 2010. If you've been on the trip before, you will enjoy again. If you've always wanted a steam powered museum ride, let's plan that trip now, today! The season runs to October 17, 2010.
Although they offer a number of differing trips, my advice is to plan to stay in Taos the night before and after your planned trip. Although all trips are quite enjoyable, the most enjoyable trip for steam enthusiasts is #3. That trip involves driving to Antonito, Colorado, about a hour and a half from Taos. Leave Taos by about 6:30 AM. Collect your tickets at the station in Antonito around 8 AM. This ride includes lunch at Osier.
Cumbres will motorcoach you to Chama at about 8:30 AM. You'll arrive with time to catch the 10 AM departure from Chama. The key reason for choosing trip #3 is that the steepest grade on this route is from Chama to Osier. The museum steam engine will huff and puff it's way up towards Cumbres pass. With big days, they sometimes double head the train with two steam engines. The old work horses will impress even the none train fans.
Check out their web site for far more details than appropriate in this blog. Here's the link: http://www.cumbrestoltec.com/.
If you'd like us to help you schedule your trip and make the arrangements, call the hotel. We'll make your hotel and train reservation. Our Room & Ride package is two nights lodging and the train ride for $265 for a single and $370 for two. The rate is plus tax and requires prepayment.
You may also book your room seperately and the train directly with them. There are a couple upgrades for the train which you may review either with us or on their web site. There are also specials and special trips that are listed on their web site.
We'll also gladly organize more activities for your Taos visit such as rafting, hot air balloon ride, Llama Trip, golf, or self guided tours and drives. We're your Taos Lodging Connection.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010!
Although they offer a number of differing trips, my advice is to plan to stay in Taos the night before and after your planned trip. Although all trips are quite enjoyable, the most enjoyable trip for steam enthusiasts is #3. That trip involves driving to Antonito, Colorado, about a hour and a half from Taos. Leave Taos by about 6:30 AM. Collect your tickets at the station in Antonito around 8 AM. This ride includes lunch at Osier.
Cumbres will motorcoach you to Chama at about 8:30 AM. You'll arrive with time to catch the 10 AM departure from Chama. The key reason for choosing trip #3 is that the steepest grade on this route is from Chama to Osier. The museum steam engine will huff and puff it's way up towards Cumbres pass. With big days, they sometimes double head the train with two steam engines. The old work horses will impress even the none train fans.
Check out their web site for far more details than appropriate in this blog. Here's the link: http://www.cumbrestoltec.com/.
If you'd like us to help you schedule your trip and make the arrangements, call the hotel. We'll make your hotel and train reservation. Our Room & Ride package is two nights lodging and the train ride for $265 for a single and $370 for two. The rate is plus tax and requires prepayment.
You may also book your room seperately and the train directly with them. There are a couple upgrades for the train which you may review either with us or on their web site. There are also specials and special trips that are listed on their web site.
We'll also gladly organize more activities for your Taos visit such as rafting, hot air balloon ride, Llama Trip, golf, or self guided tours and drives. We're your Taos Lodging Connection.
http://www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn 800-444-2346 Return to Sacred Places, Taos 2010!
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