Readers Recommend

California: Tanglewood House Bed and Breakfast,

250 Bonnie Way, Glen Ellen 95442; (707) 996-5021, www.tanglewoodhouse.com. “Spacious guest suite, gourmet breakfasts, beautiful garden setting. Perfect location for seeing the wine country of Sonoma/Napa. Relaxing retreat.” Rates: $150-$195 per night.

--Tim and Carol Mertz, Yucaipa

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Mexico: Casa Tres Leones, Emiliano Zapata No. 10, Ajijic, Jalisco; 011-52-376-766- 1846, www.mexconnect.com/amex/ctl. “Elegant B&B; and inn with incredible views of lush vegetation and Lake Chapala. Complete, modern conveniences with Old World charm, superb breakfasts.” Rates: $40-$50 per room per night.

--Audrey Sporleder, Valley Village

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New Zealand: Brampton House, 79 Wellington St., Russell 0255; 011-64-9-403- 7521, www.babs.co.nz/brampton. “Charming house with fabulous sea views; we stayed in a lovely suite with sitting room, kitchen, bedroom with [private bath] and our own patio. Full, delicious breakfast.” Rates: $78-$92 per day.

--Maureen Zinger, Glendale