If you are looking to dip your toes in the sand (in this case white sand) then White Sands National Park is the place for you! Not many people get to say they have been here, and being only an hour from the venue it might just be the perfect experience if you have some extra time! Don't forget to bring a sled...
If you are in the area for an extra day or so and want to see the greener side of New Mexico, we recommend making your way up to the mountains of Cloudcroft! They have great restaurants, boutiques, and breathtaking sites looking over the valley of the dessert! Don't forget to pick up some fudge at The Old Apple Barn as you head back down the mountain!