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Meet Our Roadtrippers
We recently invited ten artists, foodies, and entrepreneurs on a weekend road trip in New Mexico — and they came away refreshed and inspired. Get to know these awesome personalities and find out how their trip through the Land of Enchantment changed them for the better.
Allison Crawford —
interior designer and creator of HOTELette
Traveling is the primary source of design inspiration for Austin-based Allison, who is a true design-world triple threat: an interior designer, a licensed real-estate agent, and the founder of HOTELette, an expanding list of custom-designed vacation rentals.
Bri Emery — founder of designlovefest
A graphic designer and art director by trade, Bri has partnered with brands such as Target and Keds to create bespoke collections. An asthete and tastemaker, Bri also does branding and design for some of retail’s coolest brands.
Claire Keane — Disney animator and children’s book author
Claire is a distinguished artist who’s worked with Disney Animation on classics such as Frozen, Tangled, and Enchanted. She’s Paris-educated and headquartered in L.A., and her original books and artwork are for sale at her website.
Jane Ko — founder of Austin’s top food and travel blog, A Taste of Koko
Jane is not only the brains behind A Taste of Koko — where you can check out her rundowns of the hottest restaurants and weekend getaways — but she’s also worked with major brands in the lifestyle and travel space, such as Uber and Booking.com.
Rashanna Moss — CEO of the wellness company, Moderna Muse
Rashanna is an expert at inspiration and enlightenment — the wellness company she cofounded provides coaching and programming to help clients find their “muse.” She additionally opened three successful Pure Barre studios in Texas.
Amy Sherman — cookbook author and food blogger
Amy’s a Bay Area dweller, seasoned food blogger, and the author of several books covering off on all corners of the foodie experience, from appetizers to wine. Read up on 15 years of gastronomic adventures at Cooking with Amy.
Deana Saukam — food and travel blogger and founder of Faim Fatale
You can catch Deana traveling all over the world — she meets top chefs and eats local and regional favorites across the globe. Her food photography is a gourmand’s dream.
Aleksandra Zee — artist and woodworker
Aleksandra is able to turn her travels into intricate wooden art, both small- and large-scale. Keep up with her California-based shows and shop her designs at AleksandraZee.com.
Our Roadtrippers' Take on New Mexico's Culture
ART & DESIGN
Treasures Found Here
The artisan and maker communities trace their roots back for generations. We invited a group of the most creative minds around to spend a long weekend here. This is what they had to say.
FOOD
A Flavor Explosion
Few things define a place like the culinary culture you find there. Here, some of the top foodies describe the flavors they found when they visited the state. Spoiler: They really like green chile!
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Where Quiet is a Feeling
When you visit, it is impossible not to notice the sense of calm that overcomes you. From the clear dark skies to the sunset colors found nowhere else, you will find plenty of opportunities to take a deep breath and enjoy the laid-back desert vibe.
Adventure That Feeds the Soul
Planning an unforgettable experience in New Mexico is easy with a free New Mexico True Adventure Guide. View the guide online, or request to have one sent to you.
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