New in Santa Fe, New Mexico - More Reasons to Visit in 2009

In a town where change has come slowly over the centuries, Santa Fe has seen several major projects take shape in the last year.

• The Santa Fe Railyard opened its 50 acres of parks, paths, shops, and galleries in the fall. The project has energized all of the Guadalupe Street area and offers visitors a new town center to discover. More on the Railyard.
• The New Mexico Rail Runner Express began providing train service to Santa Fe from the Albuquerque area in mid-December, making travel between towns easy and affordable. More on the Rail Runner.
• The Santa Fe Plaza has been given a makeover in anticipation of the city's 400th Anniversary. Kickoff events for the are scheduled for later in '09. More on visiting Santa Fe.
• Many of the city's hotels have completed remodeling projects, additions, and renovations in the last year. More on Spas at Santa Fe Hotels.
• The Santa Fe Community Convention Center opened in the fall and includes the new Santa Fe Community Gallery featuring works by Santa Fe artists, a central box office for events all over the city, a large visitors center for travelers information, and a state of the art, environmentally responsible meeting facility. More on the Convention Center

Photo Credit: Elizabeth R. Rose - Fish Sculpture at William Siegel Gallery in the Railyard