New Mexico or The Land of Enchantment is the 5^th largest state but the 6^th smallest in terms of population density. There is only one large metropolitan city, Albuquerque, which is approximately 3 ½ hours north of Las Cruces by car. There are many National Parks within New Mexico and many people come to New Mexico to experience the scenery and various natural phenomena, such as White Sands National Monument and Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Las Cruces is the second-largest city in New Mexico and is located within 50 miles of the US/Mexico Border and El Paso, Texas. Las Cruces has a small-town feel with many great local restaurants, activities, and plenty of outdoor activities! The proximity to El Paso International Airport allows students easy access to many popular travel destinations, such as Las Vegas and Los Angeles.