New Mexico is slowly creeping onto travelers' radars, but not so much that it will be packed with tourists. Known as the "Land of Enchantment," the southwestern state's scenery is characterized by desert sands, red rocks, adobe homes, and eye-catching Native American art.
Fans of the outdoors will love sights like Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and the White Sands National Monument, while art junkies will enjoy exploring Santa Fe's many galleries and museums. The city was also named one of the best in the world by travelers in 2017.
Go in early October for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, when the sky becomes filled with brightly-colored balloons.