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NEW MEXICO ROAD TRIP (Exploring White Sands & Carlsbad Caverns)

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Creator's Key Takeaways

over the next 3 days we're taking you around some of the most underrated national parks in the US

dogs are actually allowed here which is very nice as a dog owner ourselves

the sand is freezing since it has this beautiful white color it absorbs no direct heat

we'd recommend having some trail data downloaded for all of these hikes in the event that you do get lost

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check park hours online in advance as they change based on season
Apply for early entry or late stay permits at least 21 days in advance for better photography opportunities
Download trail data and have a charged phone with a portable charger for hikes
Bring shoes or sandals to protect feet from cold sand, especially in the morning
Wear sunglasses to protect against intense sun reflection off the white sand
Plan for a full day at Carlsbad Caverns to explore the caves thoroughly

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting lost on trails due to disorientation in the sand dunesFollow the orange post markers, download trail data, and use apps like AllTrails with digital waypoints.
Cold sand affecting comfort, especially in the morningBring shoes or sandals to protect feet, as the sand stays cool even on hot days.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key things to know before visiting White Sands National Park?
QHow can visitors access the park for sunrise or sunset photography?
QWhat should you bring for hiking in White Sands to stay safe and comfortable?
QHow much time is needed to explore White Sands and Carlsbad Caverns?
QWhat are the tour options and tips for visiting Carlsbad Caverns?

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In this video, we're taking you around on a 3 Day New Mexico Road Trip around White Sands National Park and Carlsbad Caverns National Park! This is the perfect road trip from El Paso, Texas and can be done in 2-3 days, with an optional add on of Guadalupe Mountains National Park if you get good weather! Subscribe for more adventures!: https://bit.ly/3kybGt0 💰 SAVE MONEY ON YOUR TRIP & PLATFORMS WE USE: 🏠 Book Your Airbnb: https://creators.withairbnb.com/mypage/theloverspassport 📲 eSIM: https://saily.tpm.lv/Y8DzukYL 🧳 Our Luggage: https://referrals.awaytravel.com/away... 🚗 Rent a car: https://discovercars.tpm.lv/uzxmGSgx ✈️ Get Cheap Flight Deals To Your Inbox: https://thriftytraveler.com/a/thelove... (Save money with code THELOVERSPASSPORT) 👚 Rent Clothes for Your Trip: https://fbuy.io/nuuly/giselle9 //RELEVANT INFO TO PLAN YOUR NEW MEXICO ROAD TRIP: ○ White Sands Early Entry/Stay Late Permits: https://www.nps.gov/whsa/planyourvisit/earlyentry.htm ○ Carlsbad Caverns National Park Timed Entry Permits: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/234637/ticket/10086811 ○ All Trails Plus: https://www.alltrails.com/plus ○ White Sands Commercial Filming/Photo Permits: https://www.nps.gov/whsa/planyourvisit/commercialfilmingandphoto21.htm ○ Carlsbad Caverns Commercial Filming/Photo Permits: https://www.nps.gov/cave/planyourvisit/permitsandreservations.htm //TIMESTAMPS: ○ 00:00-00:53: Intro ○ 00:54-01:55: Things To Know Before Visiting White Sands National Park ○ 01:56-03:03: Stay Early/Late Permits for Sunrise & Sunset ○ 03:04-04:32: Backcountry Camping Trail, Trail Data & Cell Signal ○ 04:33-05:36: Gypsum Sand & Other Things to Remember ○ 05:37-06:26: Weather and Sand Storms in White Sands ○ 06:27-07:13: Sledding on the Dunes ○ 07:14-08:18: Dune Drive, Visitor's Center Sleds, How Long to Visit ○ 08:19-09:15: Intro to Carlsbad Caverns National Park ○ 09:16-10:10: Timed Entry/Reservations, & Big Room Trail ○ 10:11-10:48: Carlsbad Caverns Natural Entrance vs. Elevators ○ 10:49-11:18: How Long to Visit, Park Hours and Bat Sunset ○ 11:19-12:10: King's Palace Ranger Guided Tour ○ 12:11-12:29: Outro ✈️ Sign up for Incredible Cheap Flight Drop Emails! Use the code PASSPORT10 for $10 off: https://thriftytraveler.com/premium/ For this itinerary, keep an eye out for flights to El Paso, Texas! //SHOP OUR FAVORITES: ○ LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/theloverspassport ○ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theloverspassport ○ ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/shop/loverspassport //FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES ○ Website: www.theloverspassport.com ○ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloverspassport ○ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theloverspassport ○ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theloverspassport ○ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theloverspassport?lang=en ○ Blog: https://theloverspassport.com​​ ○ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theloverspassport //Adventure Photography E-Book: ○ Buy Now - https://theloverspassport.com/downloads/travel-photography-guide/​​ **FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. All opinions are honest and our own. Above are affiliate links which means we receive a percentage of the revenue made from purchasing products via those links. All of these links are generated by Amazon or Avantlink and provide us with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items we use. Be sure to subscribe for more travel guides, itineraries, hiking tips, gear reviews, national park guides, cool locations, tutorials, and adventures! For business inquiries, please email collabs@theloverspassport.com #newmexico #newmexicotrue #roadtrip