This note from Ralph Miller, who does...

This note from Ralph Miller, who does pack trips into Yellowstone: “We know a Yellowstone few people have seen--travel by horseback to remote forests, watch sunsets from high mountains, swim in streams.” Miller obviously is a man in love with this corner of America. Says he’ll show you “untouched areas, follow behind elk and buffalo as they migrate.” Visits to Hoo Doo Basin, Cache Calfe Ridge, Mirror Plateau.

You have a choice of trips for one week, 10 days or two weeks. If you fly in, Miller picks you up in Billings, Mont., and delivers you to Cooke City via 11,000-foot Red Lodge Pass. The following morning the ride begins into the back country.

“It’s your trip and your pace,” Miller says. “I am simply the guide. If you’re an experienced rider or have never ridden before, the pace is still a walk.” Takes four hours to reach the campsite. Besides riding, vacationers fish, hike. Miller recommends you bring along a goose down sleeping bag. Trips (through September) come to $1,350 per week. Or if you’d prefer, Miller provides a drop-pack service that’s less expensive. Write to Miller, P.O. Box 1083, Cooke City, Mont. 59020, or telephone (406) 222-7809 or (406) 838-2310.

Autumn in Vermont

Although summer is in high gear, reservations for the fall foliage extravaganza in Vermont are already filling up. Weekends will be particularly busy. You can obtain a kit with a list of accommodations/attractions by writing to the Vermont Travel Division, Department R801, 134 State St., Montpelier, Vt. 05602. The kit includes tour routes and state map. At the same time, write for a copy of “Vermont Attractions Map & Guide” c/o Vermont Attractions Assn., P.O. Box 1284, Department B, Montpelier, Vt. 05602. Describes 36 points of interest. Everything from Cold Hollow Cider Mill to Lake Champlain Ferries and the Norman Rockwell Exhibition at Arlington.

Traveler’s Checks

BankAmerica’s WorldMoney Travel Department is operating a new hot line that provides information on visa and inoculation requirements, foreign exchange rates, climates and special events. In addition, Bank of America has introduced international 800 telephone service for emergency refunds from Australia, South Korea, France, West Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Barbados and the Bahamas. Joining the system will be Mexico, Spain, Italy, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore. In addition, BankAmerica’s WorldMoney SafeTravel network is packaging an insurance plan that includes medical/legal referrals, translation services, trip delay policies, accident/sickness insurance and baggage loss. Rates: $8.50 for a 45-day membership, $16 for a family of four. Members are mailed a card containing numbers to call for help 24 hours a day from any destination in the world. Details from all Bank of America branches in California.

Wilderness Inn

Brett Holmes of Thousand Oaks wants the name of “a comfortable inn in Alaska with a feeling of wilderness.” Suggestion: Glacier Bay Country Inn, Box 5, Gustavus, Alaska 99826. Dead center of a 160-acre farmstead. Rain forests, meadows, mountains, fishing, and berry and mushroom picking. At night you’ll hear the howl of coyotes and wolves. Accommodations for 14 guests. Rates $192 for one night, $655 for five nights, including an eight-hour sightseeing tour on Glacier Bay (16 active glaciers, plus icebergs, shores and plenty of animal life--moose, bears, mountain goats).

Glacier Bay Inn features beam ceilings, dormer windows, wood stoves, flannel sheets and comforters. Meals: home-baked breads, desserts, garden fresh produce, local seafood.

Alaska Airlines flies to Gustavus daily until mid-September. Or you can take the Glacier Express (a catamaran with aircraft-style seating, gift shop and bar). Runs between Juneau and Gustavus daily except Tuesdays and Thursdays through Sept. 10. This is about a three-hour journey. Air taxi service provided from Juneau, Haines, Skagway, Sitka and other points.

Bermuda

Another reader asks for information on housekeeping cottages/apartments in Bermuda. Accommodations vary. Rates as low as $22.50 per person per night. Most cottages and guest houses offer ocean views, kitchens, limited maid service. Larger properties have their own beaches. A choice of 40 housekeeping cottages/apartments. At Paget Parish, a cluster of six units, known by the fetching name of “Serenity Guest House,” is within walking distance of downtown Hamilton and South Shore beaches. For a packet of information, telephone toll-free 800-BERMUDA.

Canoe Trips

Eric Durland provides wilderness canoeing from July through September on the United States-Canadian border (Minnesota-Ontario). These are lodge-to-lodge trips. Ground transportation from Duluth Airport in Minnesota. First and last night spent at Gunflint Lodge, 40 miles northwest of Grand Marais, Minn. No canoeing experience necessary. Trips start with instruction. A choice of three to six nights. Contact Durland c/o Quetico Canoe Adventures, 194 S. Franklin St., Denver, Colo. 80209, or telephone (303) 722-6482.

Short Takes

Mrs. T. T. Hinman of Riverside tells readers traveling with pets to write for the booklet “Touring With Towser.” The 80-page directory lists names, addresses and telephone numbers of nearly 7,000 hotels/motels that welcome animals. Also mentions care centers near resorts that rule out pets. For a copy of the booklet (includes coupons good for discounts on pet foods), send check for $1.50 (no cash) to Gaines Booklets, Touring with Towser, P.O. Box 8172, Kankakee, Ill. 60902.

Meanwhile, here’s another B&B; reservation service that lists more than 1,000 homes, condominiums and apartments in California. Contact California House Guests International, 18533 Burbank Blvd., No. 190, Tarzana, Calif. 91356. For a free brochure, telephone (818) 344-7878. Rates from $35.

Reader Recommendations

Florida--Patricia Cherone, Studio City: Tells about “vacation efficiency” homes that sleep four to eight persons on Big Pine Key (30 minutes by car from Key West). Central air, stereo, cable TV, dockage for boats, fully stocked kitchens and refrigerators “full of goodies for breakfast and snacks.” Rates: $60/$80. Write to Route 1, Box 610 D, Big Pine Key, Fla. 33043.

California--Ronald B. MacKenzie, Westchester: Enjoyed Panamint Springs Resort (surrounded by mountain peaks), P.O. Box 45, Darwin, Calif. 93522. “Motel rates are $36 plus tax, $6 for camping or $12 for full hookup for a trailer.”

California--Shirley L. Weaver, San Diego: “Wilkum Inn, P.O. Box 1115, Idyllwild, Calif. 92349. This is a bed-and-breakfast place combining Old World charm and gracious service. No smoking. Breakfasts are wonderful. Rates, $59 for two. Two-night minimum on weekends and holidays.”

Hong Kong--Syndi Wiedemann, Culver City: “There is a free-lance guide who charges $50 a day for a tour of factory outlets. Terrific bargains, great quality. Couldn’t have found these places on our own. Write to Jo Dernik, 55 Island Road, E4, Hong Kong.”

Belgium--Babs and Harold Diner, North Hollywood: “A delightful 12-room hotel called Voermanshuys, Oude Burg No. 14, Bruges, Belgium. Rooms immaculate. Hearty Belgium breakfast. Within walking distance of everything. Price, $52 for two.”

France--Cyrus Brenneman, Northridge: “Just returned from a very enjoyable trip to the southwest of France. Stayed in the 17th-Century Chateau de la Poujade. Trip was arranged by Unicorn Tours, 1216 State St., Santa Barbara, Calif. 93101. Cost, $950 per person for one week.”

Canada--Stan and Nona Walsh, Rancho Palos Verdes: Praise for Portage Inlet House with three guest rooms that overlook Portage Inlet, 993 Portage Road, Victoria, B.C. V8Z 1K9. Rate: $55 Canadian, double.

New Zealand--L. T. Nolan, Whittier: “A most delightful stay at Ascot Parnell B&B;, 36 St. Stephens Ave., Parnell, Auckland 1,New Zealand. Summer prices, $45/$59 New Zealand.”

France--Pierre and Marilyn Coste, Claremont: “On our first visit to Provence we wanted to try bouillabaisse and were delighted with a restaurant named La Bouillabaisse, 49 Rue des Arnes, Arles, France. Paid about $25. The restaurant also has a fixed menu at 98 francs and a buffet for 50 francs.”

France--Bob and Lia Weidenfeld: “Only three miles from the center of St. Tropez, Jean Paul Casazza has a beautiful house with several rooms with private bath. Price is $50 per night for two. View of the mountains and sea is marvelous. Breakfast is served in the garden. Address: Lotissement du Cros d’Entassi No. 86, St. Pons Les Mures Grimaud, 83310 Gogolin, France.”

Austria--Don and Diana Schlesinger, Redondo Beach: Enjoyed the Hotel Opernring, 11 Opernring, 1010 Vienna, Austria. A blockoff the opera. Price per night, $125.

England--Mary and Don Clarke, Paso Robles: “A B&B;, the Lapford Mill House, Lapford Crediton, Devon EX1 76PU. Two rooms with bath. Rate 12.50 per person double occupancy, including full English breakfast.”

Ireland--H. Samuels, Los Angeles: Recommends Mall House B&B;, 20 The Mall, Waterford, Ireland. Rate: 10 Ireland including a full Irish breakfast.

England--Peter and Pauline Gilliam, Indio: “Everyone has heard of the famous London store, Harrods, but not many realize that the Harrods’ family country home has been transformed into a beautiful country house hotel and restaurant not far from Gatwick Airport in Sussex. Peaceful countryside. First-class accommodations with superb meals. Write to Cisswood House Hotel, Lower Beeding near Horsham, West Sussex RH13 6NF, England. Rates, 38 single, 55 double.”

England--John Parkin, Santa Monica: “A guest house nicely located on a cobbled street. We were warmly welcomed. Bed and breakfast is 8.50 and 10 per person. Spotlessly clean. Food issomething to remember. Write to Churchside House, 34 Newbiggin, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 4DT.”

England--Hazel Brewster, North Hollywood: “The Cleveland Hotel, 7 Cleveland Road, Torquay, Devon TQ2 5BD. An absolute bargain at 9.”

England--Eleanor Roth, Hacienda Heights: “For a wonderful experience visit the home of Mrs. Rita Barcley, called Villa Remesi, 11 Wood Drive, Chislehurst, Kent BR7 5EU, England. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere. An outdoor pool, sauna, cabana. Two rooms available, 21 per person. Tube transportation into London (15-minute ride).”

England--Peter Elkins, Laguna Niguel: Praises the Simonbath House Hotel, Simonbath, Somerset. Rate, 80 per room for two persons with bath, breakfast and evening dinner.

England--Rebecca Cox, La Canada: Recommends The Spinning Wheel restaurant, Market Street, Holyhead, England. “Proprietors Arnie and Robin Green treated us to chicken stuffed with lobster and shrimp, fried cauliflower, jacket potatoes stuffed with tomato slices, chips and fresh broccoli for the meager sum of $9.”

England--Joan M. Brown, Tarzana: “Enjoyed a delightful, historic Tudor home about an hour’s drive from London in the beautiful county of Buckinghamshire--between Amersham and Rickmansworth. Chenies Manor was built in the 12th Century, steeped in history. Henry VIII and his court were frequent visitors, including Anne Boleyn. Furnished with magnificent antiques of the period. Open Wednesdays, Thursdays 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. until October.”

California--Marie Anderson, Norwalk: Enjoyed the Ranch at Somis, a B&B;, 6441 La Cumbre Road, Somis (near Ventura). Rates from $95.

California--Ethel and Milton Braunstein, Sherman Oaks: “Pickford House B&B; in Cambria was delightful! Write to Pickford House, P.O. Box 1676, Cambria, Calif. 93428. Rates: $65/$90 per couple a night.”

Switzerland--R. D. Stark, Rancho Palos Verdes: “Hotel Moosmann, CH-6978 Gandria/Ticino, Switzerland. A little hillside village on Lake Lugano. Our room was clean, doors opened onto a balcony right over the lake. About $70 double occupancy, including the best breakfast we had on our trip.”

England--Ellis J. Horvitz, Encino: “Terry Lee, a retired police officer, gives tours to antique shops, dealers. He picked us up at our hotel in London, toured us through the Cotswolds. Deposited us at Heathrow Airport five days later. Planned our itinerary, made reservations. Took us through many antique and print shops. Conscientious and charming. Charges 75 a day plus gas. Write to Terry Lee, 3 Evans Court, Evans Lane, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 2XN, England. Also recommend a B&B; called Big Thatch,Ford (near Chippenham), Wiltshire SN14 78R, England. Rates run 12.50 to 15 a night.”

England--Mrs. W. L. O’Donovan, Palos Verdes Estates: Praises the Great Tree Hotel, Sandypark (near Chagford), Devon TQ13 8JS. Charges 35 per person a night. Full breakfast and dinner. Car, driver, golf clubs, trout fishing available.

Scotland--Jim and Arlene Lucchesi, Los Angeles: “Enjoyed Culcreuth Castle, Fintry, Stirlingshire, Scotland. Paid 30 a night. One hour’s drive from Edinburgh. Also enjoyed Nova Hotel, 5 Bruntsfield, Crescent, Edinburgh EH10 4EZ. Rate: 12 per person.”

Wales--Dale Kinnamon, La Crescenta: “Henllys (Old Court) Hotel, Betws-y-Coed, North Wales LL24OAL. Fun place, good food, full bar in beautiful part of Wales. B&B; and dinner 22 each.”

England--Jean M. Converse, Lake Elsinore: Recommends Northleigh House, Five Ways Road, Hatton, Warwick CV35 7HZ. Rates from 20 to 42. Also recommends Leasow House, Laverton Meadows, Broadway, Worcestershire WR12 7NA. About 15 per person.

England--Alan S. Mildwater: “Just returned from England. Discovered Taylor Cars. Knowledgeable owner-drivers, tours of Kent countryside. Contact Barry and Anne Taylor, 4 Hall Place Cottages, Church Hill, Harbledown, Canterbury CT2 NAF.”

England--Peter and Mimsie Gasskin, San Diego: “A good B&B; and restaurant: The Ivy Deve Guest House, West Witton, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4LS, 12 per person. Wensleydale Heifer, also in West Witton, serves complete meals with wine forabout 32 for two.”

England--Audrey and Harold Kahane, Sherman Oaks: “Ebury Court, 26 Ebury St., London SW1W 0LU. In Belgravia area near Victoria Station. Traditional, comfortable B&B; with excellent service. Dinners extra, about $6 to $10. About $100 a night.”

England--Adrian Pothus, Laguna Hills: “Recommend George Hotel, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England. Coaching inn over 800 years old. Ideal for touring Shakespeare country, the Cotswolds, Thames, etc. Plenty of parking, pleasant gardens on main road between Henley and Oxford, opposite an abbey datingback over 1,000 years. Rates including full breakfast and VAT, 36 to 48.”

England--Terry Sampson, El Segundo: “Recommend L’Artiste Affame, 243 Old Brompton Road, London SW5. Excellent food, provincial dishes from France and Italy as well as good English fare. Dinner for two $36 without wine.”

England--Catena Passalacqua, Burbank: “Westerlands Barn, a spacious, newly converted granite barn in rural Devon. Two bedrooms plus bedroom in beamed loft, two baths, fully fitted modern kitchen, color TV, central heating, linens and towels, fully furnished. Ideal location for all sports and walking paths. $250 to $400 a week according to season. Contact Westerlands, Moretonhampstead, South Devon, England TQ13 8PH.”

England--Lori Magloire, Huntington Beach: “White Hart Hotel, High Street, Lewes, East Sussez BN7 1XE. A 16th-Century coaching inn now a 40-room hotel. Good home base for sightseeing in Sussex and Kent. Rate 59 a night including full English breakfast, complete dinner, VAT and service for two. Room had private bath. Nearby is Hever Castle, Herstmonceaux Castle, the Battle of Hastings site, etc.”

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