1. MEA Help Center
  2. Santa Fe Workshops

How will I get to the Academy?

Here are some tips to make your travel to campus smooth:

  • Please add your flight details to your Campus Profile and our amazing Hospitality Team will coordinate your shuttle on your behalf. Shuttle rates are per person and will be added onto your final bill. Rates are $75+ tax, one way,  per person from SAF or $125+ tax one way, per person from ABQ.  Prices are the same regardless of shared or private. Please ensure this is done at least one week prior to your workshop start date.
  • If you choose to book transportation through us, Your ground transportation details will be confirmed via email by the end of the day, Friday prior to your workshop start date.  Your driver will also reach out to you via text to confirm details and pickup location. 
  • Tips are very much appreciated, but not expected.
  • Trust you're in great hands and if you have questions about your transportation arrangements, you can email our team at santafe@meawisdom.com 

Renting a Car

You DO NOT need a car during your stay with us. But if you choose to rent a car, namely if you are extending your stay in New Mexico before or after your workshop, we strongly recommend Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, or Avis. 

Nighttime driving is not recommended, particularly on your first visit. Sunset in winter can be as early as 5:00 pm. Exciting driving challenges include dirt roads, livestock, terrible and non-existing signage and lighting. Luckily, highway 285 nearby will guide you towards Santa Fe in case you need anything at the nearest shops and grocery stores. We will accommodate you the best we can on campus. 

Getting There

Getting to MEA at Rising Circle Ranch is as easy as a Google Maps search. This search will provide accurate directions to campus. For immigration purposes, you may use this address for campus:

Rising Circle Ranch

130 Cottonwood Run,

Lamy, NM 87540

United States of America

Getting to MEA at Rising Circle Ranch is as easy as a Google Maps search, of MEA Rising Circle Ranch. This will take you to our main entrance to the Ranch. You will be emailed driving directions to your retreat center the Friday prior to your arrival. 

For immigration purposes, you may use this address for campus. Please do not use the below address for driving directions, if you need driving directions please reach out to santafe@meawisdom.com prior to your arrival, or wait for the email with driving directions. 

Rising Circle Ranch

77 Saddleback Ranch Rd. 

Lamy, NM 87540

United States of America

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Your ground transportation from/to the airport is not covered in tuition.

  • Please book your ground transportation directly with our partner, that will be announced soon. 
  • Tips are very much appreciated, but not expected.
  • Should you need assistance with your transportation arrangements, you can email our team at hospitality@modernelderacademy.com.