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Airport Transportation

The full name of the Albuquerque International Airport is "Sunport." and is in the south-central part of the city, between I-25 on the west and Kirtland Air Force Base on the east, just south of Gibson Boulevard. Sleek and efficient, the airport is served by most national airlines and two local ones. Albuquerque's Sunport Airport is just five miles from both the downtown and the Old Town areas. Hire cars are highly recommended for visitors to this scenic region and getting into town is simply a matter of driving in on the Sunport Boulevard. If you're not hiring a car, however, there are plenty of taxis available for the trip.

Bus Transportation

There are two bus companies that run out of Albuquerque: Greyhound & Trailways (Call toll free 1 800 231 2222 for schedules, fares, and information) and TNM&O Coaches (call (505) 243 4435) arrive and depart from the Albuquerque Bus Transportation Center, 300 Second St. SW, at the corner of Lead and Second, near the train station.

Train Transportation

Amtrak's "Southwest Chief" arrives and departs daily to and from Los Angeles and Chicago. The station is at 214 First St. SW, two blocks south of Central Avenue. Call Amtrak toll free at 1 800 USA RAIL.

Local Transportation

Sun Tran offers bus schedules and routes throughout Albuquerque with its city bus network. Call (505) 843 9200 for information on routes and fares.

Temperatures

Average temperatures:
January is between 22F (C) and 47F (5C).
July is between 65F (16C) and 93F (30C).
If you are traveling to New Mexico you should pack casual clothes (unless a formal event is planned), sunblock lotion rated SPF-15 or higher, a sun hat, a comfortable pair of walking shoes and a lightweight jacket for the cool evenings. Layered, loose-fitting clothing is a sensible choice, since it will enable you to adapt more easily to the changing weather. Winters can be very cold, especially in mountain areas, so dress accordingly.

Altitude

The city of Albuquerque is 5,000 Feet above sea level.

Health Tips

Most health risks in New Mexico are related to altitude: altitude sickness, hypothermia and sunburn. Bring your sunscreen with you (especially in the winter). Drink lots of water. Layer your clothing in winter and stick to natural fabrics - cotton and wool - if possible.

Telephone Area Code

Exchange Office

Road
Conditions

For up-to-date road conditions and closures call the State Highway and Transportation Department at toll free 1 800 432 4269.

Free Vacation Guides

Vacation Guide to New Mexico. Contains a full calendar of events, contact information for hotels and events, feature articles about life in New Mexico as well as a full-color fold out Highway Map. The 2002 Vacation Guide will take 2-3 weeks for delivery.
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Visitor Information

The main office of the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau is at 20 First Plaza NW, Tel. (800) 284 2282 or (505) 842 9918. It's open Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. There are information centers at the airport that have everything you need, on the lower level at the bottom of the escalator, open daily 9:30am to 8pm; and in Old Town at 303 Romero St. NW (Suite 107), open daily 9am to 5pm. Tape recorded information about current local events is available 24 hours a day by calling (800) 284 2282. Or visit the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau at http://www.abqcvb.org

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Seniors! Get a Golden Age Passport!

For seniors interested in exploring the many national parks and monuments in the USA, the National Park Service offers the Golden Age Passport, a lifetime entrance pass for people 62 and older to any national park, monument, historic site, recreational area or national wildlife refuge that charges an entrance fee. To apply for a Golden Age Passport, present a state driver's license, birth certificate or similar document showing your date of birth to any National Park Office in the country. There is a $10 processing fee. To receive a passport by mail, click link for details http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/recinfo/passports.shtml

FAQ
Hotel close to High School

"Which hotel is closest to the Albuquerque High School?"
In reply to your question, the Midtown Super 8 is within 3 miles, the Best Western Executive Suites is within 2 miles and has easy access to I-25 freeway which leads directly to the High School.

Touring the Pueblos: Cultural Etiquette

Visitors are welcome for Pueblo dances and other special events, but remember that when visiting a pueblo, you are visiting someone’s home. Call the Pueblo or Tribal Office in advance of arrival to inquire about specific schedules and times; also be aware that some pueblos charge admission fees. Observe all posted requests and regulations. When you are on Indian land, you are subject to Indian laws.

Many people born in the U.S. consider themselves "Native American" because they are native to America. The preferred title for New Mexico’s tribal members is "American Indian."
Pueblos prohibit the drinking of alcohol during visits.
Some pueblos charge a photo fee, while many pueblos do not allow any photography or sketching. Check with the tribal office upon arrival.
Pueblos are places of residence. Do not look into windows or walk into any buildings.
Do not look into or go inside kivas. These underground ceremonial chambers are sacred.
When attending dances, remain silent and do not applaud afterward. Do not ask questions regarding the meaning of a dance and do not talk to the dancers or singers. Do not walk across the plaza (dance area) or between the dancers, singers or drummers. Dances are religious ceremonies, so be respectful.
Enter a pueblo home as you would any other home-by invitation only.
If you are invited to eat, do not refuse. Eat a little bit even if you have already eaten or are not hungry. Do not linger at the table after you are finished, as your host will be serving guests throughout the day. Do not ask questions of your host.
Do not remove any pottery shards, rocks, or any other natural formations from Indian lands. Do not pick fruits or vegetables from fields or trees.
If you are on a guided tour, stay on the trail.
Be aware that public restroom facilities may not be available.
No pets, please.

Native Art

Find indigenous arts and crafts-basketry, jewelry, pottery, sculpture and weavings-at the Plaza in Old Town, shops and galleries around Albuquerque, and in many of the state’s 19 pueblos. Arts and crafts are also available at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.

If you want to purchase authentic American Indian items, it is important that you avoid imports, manufactured jewelry and imitations. Discuss your purchases carefully, find out who the artist is, and ask for documentation of authenticity. photo: courtesy acvb (two Am. Indian women selling jewelry.

Touring the Pueblos

For information on any of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, contact the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque at 2401 12th St NW, 843-7270.
Pueblo Addresses and Phone Numbers:
Acoma	PO Box 309, Acoma, NM 87034	(505) 552-6604
Cochiti	PO Box 70, Cochiti, NM 87072	(505) 465-2244
Isleta	PO Box 317, Isleta, NM 87022	(505) 869-3111
Jemez	PO Box 100, Jemez, NM 87024	(505) 834-7235
Laguna	PO Box 194, Laguna, NM 87026	(505) 552-6654
Nambe	Rt 1 Box 117BB, Santa Fe, NM 87501	(505) 455-2036
Picuris	PO Box 127, Pe-asco, NM 87553	(505) 587-2519
Pojoaque	Rt 11 Box 127, Santa Fe, NM 87501	(505) 455-2278
San Felipe	PO Box 4339, San Felipe NM 87001	(505) 867-3381
San Ildefonso	Rt 5 Box 315A, Santa Fe, NM 87501	(505) 455-2273
San Juan	PO Box 1099, San Juan, NM 87566	(505) 852-4400
Sandia	PO Box 6008, Bernalillo, NM 87004	(505) 867-3317
Santa Ana	2 Dove Rd, Santa Ana, NM 87004	(505) 867-3301
Santa Clara	PO Box 580, Espa-ola, NM 87532	(505) 753-7330
Santo Domingo	PO Box 99, Santo Domingo, NM 87052	(505) 465-2214
Taos	PO Box 1846, Taos, NM 87571	(505) 758-9593
Tesuque	Rt 5 Box 360T, Santa Fe, NM 87501	(505) 983-2667
Zia	135 Capitol Square Dr, Zia, NM 87053	(505) 867-3304
Zuni	PO Box 339, Zuni, NM 87327	(505) 782-4481

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