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I recently spent a couple of days in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Coming from humid Hong Kong, the dry, thin air here at 1,600 metres was a real system shock—I had to double my water intake and apply lip balm constantly. But as someone who works in exhibition curation, the museums and historical spots here were incredibly fascinating, and the retro aesthetic of the city felt surprisingly nostalgic. Here is a detailed breakdown of how I spent my two days, mostly getting around by rideshares. · *Day 1: Balloon History, Pueblo Art & Retro Neon** I started around 8:40 AM, taking a 20-minute Uber from my hotel near Old Town to the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum (entry was USD 7). Being a curation assistant, I really appreciated how they laid out the history of hot air balloons and early flight gear. It wasn’t crowded on a Thursday morning, so I could take my time browsing the vintage baskets and historical footage. By late morning, I headed to Old Town to see the historic adobe buildings and the San Felipe de Neri Church. It has a very distinct Spanish-Pueblo charm, though the tourist crowds were starting to build up. Afterward, I visited the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (USD 12). If you go, definitely plan to have lunch at their on-site restaurant. I tried the local dishes featuring their famous red and green chilies—quite spicy but very unique. The restaurant gets busy, so prepare to wait a bit for a table. In the afternoon, I stopped by the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science (USD 14) to see the dinosaur fossils, before heading to Nob Hill along Route 66 for sunset. The vintage neon signs lighting up at dusk had this amazing, nostalgic late-80s aesthetic. It honestly felt like stepping into a scene from *Cowboy Bebop* or some classic retro sci-fi anime. · *Day 2: Volcanic Rocks, Cold War History & A Windy Mountain Peak** I started early at 8:15 AM to beat the sun, taking an Uber to the Petroglyph National Monument (Piedras Marcadas Canyon). Walking among the black volcanic rocks to spot the ancient petroglyphs carved by Native Americans and early Spanish settlers was incredibly peaceful. Just a heads up: there are absolutely no shops or shade along the trail, so you must bring your own water. Next was the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (USD 22). The exhibition on the Manhattan Project and Cold War technology was deeply fascinating, if a bit sobering. Seeing the decommissioned bomber planes and rockets in the outdoor exhibition area reminded me of the post-apocalyptic settings in some of the sci-fi anime and mobile games I play at home. The highlight of the afternoon was the Sandia Peak Tramway (USD 35 for a round trip). It takes about 30 minutes to get there from the city. The cable car takes you up to over 3,200 metres. A word of warning: the weather at the top is completely different from the city. It was incredibly windy and easily 10 to 15 degrees colder. I was shivering in my light jacket, so definitely pack a proper windbreaker. Also, check their website before going, as they close for maintenance on Tuesdays or when the winds are too strong. · *Some practical details if you’re planning a trip:** · **Transportation:** I relied on Uber. It's doable, but since the spots are quite spread out (especially the Tramway and the Nuclear Museum), expect to wait 5–10 minutes for a ride to accept. If you can drive, renting a car might save you some waiting time. · **Altitude & Weather:** Drink water constantly. The sun is intense, and the air is very dry. · **Closures:** Keep in mind that some places have specific rest days (like the Balloon Museum on Mondays, and the Tramway usually on Tuesdays). Plan your itinerary carefully so you don't end up facing closed doors. It was a relatively quiet, low-key trip, but the unique blend of desert nature and retro-futuristic history made it well worth the long flight.
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