OFFBEAT TRAVEL

Offbeat New Mexico: Places of Unexpected History, Art, and Culture

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New Features

Go All Out in El Paso, Texas by Neala McCarten

Located at the very edge where Texas blends into New Mexico and Mexico, El Paso surprises visitors. It's one of the hubs in the region and its downtown is booming. Great hotels, stellar theater, fascinating history, some surprising free things to do, and one of the tastiest ball parks you'll ever visit. Yes, we did say "tasty."

Football Hall of Fames for College and Pro Athletes Welcome and Amaze by Michael Schuman

Two football Hall of Fame museums in the USA -- one for college players in Atlanta, Georgia and the other for professional players in Canton, Ohio. Both offer stories of the game, and fun with handson exhibits. Here's why you'll want to visit both football Halls of Fame

Porthmadog and Portmeirion: Two (almost) unknown Welsh towns to add to your must-visit list by Keith Kellett

You probably never heard of Porthmadog and Portmeirion but the charming railroad, privately owned and restored town and more will make you want to explore, especially the enigmatic town of Portmeirion. Add a star if you were a fan of The Prisoner.

Forty-Eight Hours in Downtown Roanoke Virginia by Neala McCarten

Few cities welcome visitors with the enthusiasm of Roanoke Virginia. That city truly leaves the light on. The Roanoke Star, often called the city's front porch light, is almost 90 feet tall and uses 2,000 of neon tubing to make it shine every night. From its perch on Mill Mountain the star can be seen from about 60 miles away. Beyond that welcoming light, there is much to see in Star City. Railroad history, art, farmer's market, charm and more in the walkable delightful Star City with historic hotel and great dining.

Five Great Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Las Vegas by Deborah Wall

All around Las Vegas lie areas of breathtaking natural beauty, offering families with young children the easy opportunity to explore unspoiled wilderness without traveling great distances.

12 Hours of Sebring Racing Florida by Bob Painter

The 12 Hours of Sebring is run on an old airport circuit smack dab in the middle of nowhere and has been going on for well over half a century in the small, south central town of Sebring, Florida.