ALBUQUERQUE, NM — When one thinks of Albuquerque, some thoughts that come to mind are the various Indian cultures, the Southwest cuisine, rugged mountains, hot air balloons, and its position as a stop along the famous Route 66 trail.
All of those characteristics are what makes Albuquerque a popular spot for tourists to the great American West. This author thought he was visiting the town for the first time recently, but a sibling reminded him of a visit during childhood and a night spent in an Albuquerque motel.