Our No. 7 best town to visit is a sunny spot where deserts, mountains and cultures mix

Plus a relaxed pace of life and great food

View in Browser 08.06.25 👋 Just popping into your inbox to share this cultural treat with you! Today we're visiting a town that used to be part of Mexico. It's a wonder-packed mix of deserts, mountains and rich history — and a place where the green chile takes center stage in the cooking.   By Maureen O'Hare 🫔 Come for the beauty and stay for the food It's New Mexico's second-largest city — but you'd never guess it from the friendly, small-town vibe. If you're thinking of a western vacation destination, Las Cruces offers something for everyone. Watch Check out CNN's America's Best Towns to Visit for this year's top 10 list and much more. We'll see you Saturday with more travel news!   Did you enjoy this newsletter? Drop in and say hi! Today's edition of Unlocking the World was edited and produced by CNN's Sarah Hutter and Daniel Wine.   You are receiving this newsletter because you signed up for Unlocking the World. To stop receiving this newsletter, unsubscribe or sign up to manage your CNN account   Get CNN web alerts  |  Sign up for a free CNN account   Privacy Policy | Terms of Use   ® © 2025 Cable News Network. A Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All Rights Reserved. 1050 Techwood Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30318