Santa Fe Art & Design
Why Santa Fe
It’s no wonder why photographers, painters and sculptors—from Georgia O’Keeffe to Ansel Adams—have been drawn here for decades. Santa Fe is endless inspiration. It’s another world—an artist’s world. The city’s influential meld of culture, from Native American to Mexican to Spanish, defines Santa Fe as a beacon of culture, tradition and, perhaps most of all, art.
Moments That Matter
Santa Fe is an icon of artistic influence unlike any other place in the U.S. Get exclusive access to outstanding private collections, and explore the art scene in and around the city. Meet local and indigenous artists, and venture outside the city to experience the deep-rooted culture and mesmerizing beauty of the landscapes.
Your Private Experience
Who It’s For
Our Santa Fe is for lovers of food, culture and, of course, art. Great for a long weekend getaway or a week-long deep adventure across New Mexico.
When to Travel
September through November is our favorite time to visit. Note that Albuquerque’s annual Hot Air Balloon Fiesta draws significant numbers in October and reservations can get challenging.
Make It Yours
Go deeper in indigenous craft and culture, more art, more fine dining, or a mix of everything. Our Santa Fe can be crafted to suit your interests.
Day by Day
While the focus here is art, there are many opportunities to delve deeper into history and indigenous culture. Here are our recommendations:
Where We Sleep
Stunning landscape, tranquil retreat, woven history and inspired artistry: Our accommodations reflect Santa Fe's heart and soul
Santa Fe
The rich heritage of New Mexico meets modern comforts on this beautiful six-acre property, mere blocks from Santa Fe's historic town plaza. It's equal parts luxury and authenticity, fitting right into the city’s trademark pueblo adobe-style architecture. Rooms are beautifully appointed with touches of Native American, Mexican and Spanish inspiration.
People Love MO/AD Private Departures
I am truly a tough critic but you planned an exceptionally fun adventure—no constructive criticism necessary.
I look forward to another trip with MO/AD. You make everything more elevated, and interesting.
Every person involved with leading and guiding was top notch—friendly, knowledgeable, fun, kind—it doesn’t get better.
FAQs
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How many people is this itinerary suitable for?
We can plan a custom, private departure for any group size. Our custom trips are perfect for a couple wishing to travel on their own, a family, or a multi-generational group. If you’re looking to travel on one of our group departures on a private basis, a minimum number of travelers may apply.
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Can you curate an itinerary for a larger group?
Yes, we can craft an unforgettable milestone celebration or company retreat for groups as large as 40 or more.
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What makes a MO/AD experience different?
Our level of curation, care, and in-country connections. We handle everything, overseeing your experience from beginning to end with the highest levels of ownership and responsibility. We support you every step of the way with comprehensive itineraries, detailed day-by-day descriptions, insider destination info, and 24/7 dedicated support.
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How far in advance should I plan my trip?
Preferably six to nine months in advance and earlier for holiday travel. We stay in unique, in-demand boutique and luxury hotels where advance reservations are important to secure the best accommodations possible. We can help with last-minute travel planning, however availability may be limited.
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What is typically included?
We curate your MO/AD Private Departure to ensure the experiences are authentic, immersive, and included in your trip price. Your itinerary typically includes accommodations, airport transfers, private transportation for all day trips and excursions, privately guided tours with local guides, exclusive VIP access and activities, and meals as detailed in your itinerary.
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How much will it cost?
MO/AD Private Departures typically cost $750 to $1,500 per person, per day, and vary by destination, time of year, number of people in your group, and types of activities you prefer.
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What's not included?
MO/AD Private Departures do not include roundtrip airfare to/from your destination, travel insurance, gratuities for local guides, hotel incidentals, and any activities and meals not included in your itinerary.
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What deposits are required?
After learning more about you, your interests, preferred style of travel, dates, and budget, we will present you with initial ideas and examples of what we can plan for you. In order to design a detailed itinerary and check availability, there is a $500 non-refundable planning deposit due. This will be applied to your final trip cost. Once your itinerary is perfect, we require a 25% non-refundable confirmation deposit to start confirming all of your arrangements. Many of our local partners and hotels require additional advance deposits to secure the best accommodations. The balance of your trip cost is due 90 days prior to travel.
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Where can I find the complete terms of my booking?
See our Terms & Conditions for complete details about our policies regarding your MO/AD Private Departure booking.