Saturday, December 31, 2011

Belle of the Southwest


When the historic Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas, New Mexico, was built in 1882, it was known as "The Belle of the Southwest."  After some hard times, it was restored and now sits proudly across from the Old Town Plaza.  As we approach Santa Fe which is about an hour away, we always stop to visit it and the shops in this part of the small city that is situated on  Hwy 25.

To learn more about this hotel, click here. But first, I want to wish you a

HAPPY NEW YEAR!  CHEERS FOR 2012!!

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  1. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comDecember 31, 2011 at 12:55 AM

    Victorian furniture does not look comfortable to us today, but it was an improvement over the wood furniture that was prevalent before upholstered Victorian furniture became common.

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  2. brattcatDecember 31, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    this is just the sort of place mr. brattcat and i love to stay when we travel.

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  3. clairzDecember 31, 2011 at 5:20 AM

    We've pretty much just kept on going through Las Vegas, but you've given me a reason to stop next time. Happy New Year, Kate. I'm so glad you're out here to celebrate it.

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  4. BirdmanDecember 31, 2011 at 5:48 AM

    Looks like a neat place to spend NYE 2011.

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  5. LowellDecember 31, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Looks like a wonderful place. You must have had a laptop or iPad with you in the car! :-)

    Thanks for your best wishes and we extend the same to you and your family for 2012. It is always a pleasure to visit your blogs and we appreciate so much your friendship and comments!

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  6. Leif HagenDecember 31, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    What a Fancy Nancy old hotel! I love the antique feel, Great kate!
    Happy New Year - cheers!

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  7. JudyDecember 31, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    What a beautiful place to stay!
    Happy New Year!

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  8. SharonDecember 31, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    What a lovely place to stop for a while! I can see why to always stop for a visit. Have a very happy new year!

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  9. JackDecember 31, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    It looks like one of your comfortable old friends, Kate. Glad you are within reach of Santa Fe. Enjoy the next couple of months in the Southwest, of course, as well as a wonderful 2012.

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  10. RandyDecember 31, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    I love that hotel! We're off to Taos for the day. They have a Torchlight ski in the ski valley and we also want to have lunch at the Gorge on the plaza. They have the best Veggie Burger in the world in my opinion. Plus Taos offers tax free shopping during the holidays thru the 1st. Enjoy your day!

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  11. VPDecember 31, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    This is really an amazing building and a wonderful hotel.
    Happy New Year! Buon anno!

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  12. KayDecember 31, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Happy New Year, Kate! Thanks for taking us along on your travels and thanks for your nice comments at Sequim Daily Photo! Are you having fun with your new camera?

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  13. KalyanDecember 31, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Just beautiful...

    Warm wishes for a happy & fun-filled New Year...
    Seasons Greetings!

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