10) New Mexico
Desert landscape and western cowboy lifestyle? New Mexico is the prettiest place to experience it all. New Mexico gets about 30 million visitors per year, landing it on the unpopular list – although we’re not sure why. Perhaps it’s the misconception that the southwest is flat, boring, too hot (okay, true), and lacking in activities. This couldn’t be more untrue about New Mexico. This state’s most famous attraction is the Carlsbad Cavern National Park. Cave complexes strung together by a 1.25-mile trailing showcase what the earth was like 250 million years ago. Impressive. Ghost Ranch boasts a breathtaking desert landscape, the views of which have been inspiring artists, writers, spiritual leaders, and archeologists for decades. Don’t forget Santa Fe, a booming cultural center with a renowned opera house, art galleries, and the best place to shop for turquoise and silver. Discover the beauty of New Mexico before everyone else does!
