Readers Recommend

California--Jan Borson, La Habra: “The ‘La Jolla for Lovers’ package (800-525-6552) at the Empress Hotel. Dinner for two and continental breakfast. We had a great time.” Rates: $99 a night weekdays, $129 Friday and Saturday.

England--Lavonne Wilcher, North Hollywood: “Ruddiman’s Hotel, 160-162 Sussex Gardens, London, W2-1UD; 011-44- 71-723-1026. Great people; great place. “ Rates: About $65 for a double.

France--Enid Sandler, Santa Monica: “Les Habrans, 24310 Brantome, Dordogne; 011-33-53- 05-58-84. A 17th-Century farmhouse that’s a gem.” Rates: $22 a person a night.

Massachusetts--Michele Burgen, Huntington Beach: “Somerset House, 378 Commercial St., Provincetown, 02657; (508) 487-0383. An 1850s B&B.; Great location.” Rates: $50-$89.

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