New Mexico’s capital city, nestled up against the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, is a playground for sun lovers 12 months a year.

If you’re new to Santa Fe, be prepared to build up a tolerance to chiles.

Santa Fe's art scene has something for everyone. For a little local culture, head to the Museum District, where pieces of the city's history are displayed in various exhibits. Move a little south and visitors will find the Museum of International Folk Art, which houses America's largest collection of Spanish colonial and Hispanic folk art. More can be found in the city's impressive number of galleries – over 300 – including the Georgia O'Keefe Museum. If you prefer arts of the...