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Questions for Santa Fe/Taos divas
- Thread starter naskis
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vanhoskier
Angel Diva
Apres-ski: Both towns are pretty laid back and outdoorsy, Taos much more so than Santa Fe. So you can go pretty casual. However, both towns are artsy, so you can go with just about anything, though furs probably would make you stand out!
Wear what you're most comfortable in and have fun!
Not sure what you'd see on the slopes, but knowing most western resorts (except for Vail), technical ski wear (a shell over a fleece or a down sweater), technical pants (Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, Arcteryx)...is probably a better choice over skiwear designed more for style. And, you'll be able to adapt to changing weather conditions more readily.
And, if you have dinner in Taos, you must eat at The Love Apple. It's a fairly nondescript looking place on the right-hand side just a few blocks north of the plaza (past the road to Taos Pueblo). Some of the best food I've ever tasted, I've eaten here.
I spent a lot of time in Santa Fe and Taos this past summer. Santa Fe will be my summer home for the next few years. Unfortunately, in the winter, I'm mostly stuck in PA except for a few short escapes.
My favorite mountain? Unfortunately, I haven't been to a lot of western resorts (though I seem to have spent most of my summers in the west for the past 20 years)...Winter Park, Copper, and Alpine Meadows come to mind, though.
In the east? Whiteface. That place just feels like home to me.
Wear what you're most comfortable in and have fun!
Not sure what you'd see on the slopes, but knowing most western resorts (except for Vail), technical ski wear (a shell over a fleece or a down sweater), technical pants (Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, Arcteryx)...is probably a better choice over skiwear designed more for style. And, you'll be able to adapt to changing weather conditions more readily.
And, if you have dinner in Taos, you must eat at The Love Apple. It's a fairly nondescript looking place on the right-hand side just a few blocks north of the plaza (past the road to Taos Pueblo). Some of the best food I've ever tasted, I've eaten here.
I spent a lot of time in Santa Fe and Taos this past summer. Santa Fe will be my summer home for the next few years.
Unfortunately, in the winter, I'm mostly stuck in PA except for a few short escapes.My favorite mountain? Unfortunately, I haven't been to a lot of western resorts (though I seem to have spent most of my summers in the west for the past 20 years)...Winter Park, Copper, and Alpine Meadows come to mind, though.
In the east? Whiteface. That place just feels like home to me.
naskis
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Thanks Vanhoskier! I'm mostly concern about dressing too warm or too cold. New Mexico sounds so south, so warm to me
Should I bring light softshell pants or just stick with my very warm waterproof pants paired up with powerfleece leggings? Choices, choices...
Do you mean this https://www.theloveapple.net/ ? I checked out their menu - will definitely try to have a dinner there! Thanks for the recommendations!
Should I bring light softshell pants or just stick with my very warm waterproof pants paired up with powerfleece leggings? Choices, choices...
Do you mean this https://www.theloveapple.net/ ? I checked out their menu - will definitely try to have a dinner there! Thanks for the recommendations!
Greeley
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
The weather in Taos/Santa Fe can vary, think layers. Some of the coldest skiing I have done in recent years was Taos in January.
The last time we were in NM, we skied Santa Fe on a weekend - big mistake! It was crazy with kids & out of control skiers. Taos has always been quiet & laid back when I've been there, although could be busier over a holiday.
The last time we were in NM, we skied Santa Fe on a weekend - big mistake! It was crazy with kids & out of control skiers. Taos has always been quiet & laid back when I've been there, although could be busier over a holiday.
cwmscm
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Taos is the best place to ski in NM, although Santa Fe can be nice for a half day morning and then go do something in Town during the afternoon. Parajito is small but I have heard very nice things about it and it sounds affordable.
You should be prepared to ski in cold weather even if it is New Mexico. There can be a lot of wind and when the sun goes down it is cold.
Have a great time. The southwest xmas is beautiful!
You should be prepared to ski in cold weather even if it is New Mexico. There can be a lot of wind and when the sun goes down it is cold.
Have a great time. The southwest xmas is beautiful!
vanhoskier
Angel Diva
Thanks Vanhoskier! I'm mostly concern about dressing too warm or too cold. New Mexico sounds so south, so warm to me
Should I bring light softshell pants or just stick with my very warm waterproof pants paired up with powerfleece leggings? Choices, choices...
Do you mean this https://www.theloveapple.net/ ? I checked out their menu - will definitely try to have a dinner there! Thanks for the recommendations!
My friends who live there say it can get cold, so I'd bring your waterproof pants...you can vary what you layer underneath.
Yes, that's The Love Apple! You MUST try it, especially if you're going to be in Taos.
The advice to ski Santa Fe in the morning, then play in town in the afternoon is a good one. It's a much more accessible ski area than Taos, so it will attract lots more people. Taos is a skier's mountain. For a change, it may be worth it to check out Pajarito in Los Alamos, but only if there's good snow. It's a pretty little place, locally owned with a very interesting history, and might be pretty mellow.
