Readers Recommend

Italy: Views on Venice apartment rentals, San Marco 4267/A, Venice; 011-39-041- 241-1149, fax 011-39-041-241-5821, www.viewsonvenice.com. “English-speaking apartment rental service; personalized care; many excellent properties. Our family of four stayed at Ca’ Soranzo in Dorsoduro district, top-floor apartment with lovely decor, three bedrooms, two new baths, new kitchen, large living room with views in all directions for $320 a night. One vaporetto stop from St. Mark’s but quiet and away from the touristy areas.”

Peter and Sara Rutenberg,

Los Angeles

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Florida: Old-Fashioned Airboat Rides tour, 24004 Sisler Ave., Christmas, FL 32709; (407) 568-4307, www.airboatrides.com. “A real-life adventure near Cape Canaveral. We saw hundreds of alligators plus bald eagles, herons and other wildlife on this 40-mile trip on the St. John’s River and surrounding marshland. Knowledgeable guide. Great fun.” Rates: $35 adults, $16 for children younger than 12.

Zac Rothman,

Seal Beach