TravelAwaits’ 2022 Best Of Travel Awards, presented by Medjet, showcases our readers’ favorite destinations and businesses. Nominations took place in early March, and voting for the finalists ended in early May. We hope these picks inspire your future adventures; congrats to all of the winners!
The United States is ripe with excitingly diverse cities. From New England to the Gulf, and from the plains to the Pacific, our nation’s cities are melting pots of culture and ideas, breeding grounds for collaboration and advancement. But how do you pick your favorite with so many great options in the mix? Our readers were given this very task and, thankfully, did not disappoint, sharing with us their 12 favorite cities.
1. Santa Fe, New Mexico
In the very heart of northern New Mexico, you will find the enchanting city of Santa Fe. This truly unique city is framed by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east and Santa Fe National Forest to the north and west. Santa Fe is relatively remote compared to the other entries on this list, and other than Albuquerque just an hour south, the next closest metropolitan area is El Paso — a nearly 5-hour drive! The remoteness of Santa Fe is ultimately what makes it such a charming and exciting city to visit, as it was able to evolve independently from other urban areas around the country.
Santa Fe is a must-visit city, full of history and culture, and with plenty to do to keep you busy for weeks. Get outdoors and hike through the nearby forests and mountains all while experiencing a spectacular sunset. Relax away your stress at one of the area day spas or rejuvenating hot springs. Try red and green chiles, a New Mexican specialty. I lived in nearby Albuquerque for a short while in my 20s and personally prefer the green, but you will just have to make your own decision upon arrival!
In the very heart of northern New Mexico, you will find the enchanting city of Santa Fe. This truly unique city is framed by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east and Santa Fe National Forest to the north and west. Santa Fe is relatively remote compared to the other entries on this list, and other than Albuquerque just an hour south, the next closest metropolitan area is El Paso — a nearly 5-hour drive! The remoteness of Santa Fe is ultimately what makes it such a charming and exciting city to visit, as it was able to evolve independently from other urban areas around the country.
Santa Fe is a must-visit city, full of history and culture, and with plenty to do to keep you busy for weeks. Get outdoors and hike through the nearby forests and mountains all while experiencing a spectacular sunset. Relax away your stress at one of the area day spas or rejuvenating hot springs. Try red and green chiles, a New Mexican specialty. I lived in nearby Albuquerque for a short while in my 20s and personally prefer the green, but you will just have to make your own decision upon arrival!
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