Readers Recommend

California--Elaine Hanig, Ventura: “Windrose Inn, 1407 Jackson Gate Road, Jackson 95642; telephone (888) 568-5250, Internet https://www.windroseinn.com. Treasure of a Gold Country B&B; decorated with antiques; in good weather, breakfast is a feast served on a patio. Much to see nearby.” Rates: $110-$165 double.

England--Greg Goodwin, Bakersfield: “The Real Greek, 15 Hoxton Market, London N1 6HG; tel. 011-44-20-7739-8212, Internet https://www.therealgreek.co.uk. Award-winning restaurant where traditional Greek ingredients are innovatively combined. Reasonably priced lunches, early (5:30-7 p.m.) dinners.” Regular dinner entrees about $22.

Spain--Richard Lottridge, Sierra Madre: “El Castillo de Monda, Monda, 29110 Malaga; tel. 011-34-952-457-142, Internet https://www.costadelsol.spa.es/hotel/monda. Castle hotel on mountain 15 minutes from Marbella. Restaurant, lounge, pool, views of village and olive groves.” Rates: about $80-$140 double.

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