Spanning the Globe With Times Readers

Our list of reader recommendations has gotten ahead of us, and so today we are devoting the Travel Tips column in its entirety to these readers, with sincere thanks for their contributions.

California--Dr. Sharon Norling, Agoura Hills: “As a busy physician, The Travel Emporium in Thousand Oaks has been an answer to my prayers. Not only has books and maps, but an extensive selection of travel gadgets. The Complete Travel Emporium, 61 N. Oakview Drive, Thousand Oaks, Calif. 91362.”

California--Olive Thompson, Alhambra: Enjoyed a bed and breakfast at 1056 Bay Oak Drive, Los Osos. “The best place I’ve ever experienced as a home away from home.” Rates: $25/$39.

California--Marilyn Gruen and Douglas Majewski, Los Angeles: “Del Monte Beach Inn, 1110 Del Monte Ave., Monterey, Calif. 93940. Located one block from the ocean. Within walking distance of Fisherman’s Wharf. Sinks in the bedroom, baths down the hall. Rates: $35 single, $45 double.”

California--Fred and Ilse Kornfeld, West Los Angeles: “We find Tom’s Place, just south of the Mammoth Lakes turnoff, the best stopping place for breakfast or lunch on U.S. 395. Prices: $2.95 to $4.95.”

Hawaii--Jancey L. Niethold, San Diego: Praises JTR Ltd. Condo, P.O. Box 1753, Kihei, Maui, Hawaii 96753. “Two-bedroom oceanfront apartment with all amenities. Rate: $80 per night, plus discounts at Maui Sailing Center.”

Hawaii--Pauline Allen-Morris, Marina del Rey: “Having just spent 10 days at Pu’Kui Pue One at Haena on the North Shore of Kauai, I am still drifting on cloud nine. We absolutely adored every single minute. The house rents for $750 a week and is available through Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc. Telephone toll-free (800) 367-5025.”

Montana--Jennifer Ash, Los Angeles: Enjoyed Burggraf’s Country Lane Bed & Breakfast, Big Ork, Mont. 59911. “The view of Swan Lake framed by the Rocky Mountains from this 4,700-square-foot log cabin was the best I found while in Montana. Rates: $55 double, $45 single. Special rate for two nights or more.”

New Hampshire--Mrs. Frederick G. Sutton, Redondo Beach: “Best-ever B&B;! Two bedrooms available, one with canopied bed and fireplace. Beautiful pine antiques, gracious hostess. Write to Marjorie’s House B&B;, Route 10, Lyme, N.H. 03768. Rates: $45 per night double, including breakfast.”

New Mexico--Terry Kirk, Pacific Palisades: “Stayed three days at the lovely Bed & Breakfast called Adobe Adobe, 202 Chapelle, Santa Fe, N.M. 87501. Decorated Southwestern-style, Indian crafts. Two lovely rooms, both with private baths. Wonderful full breakfast. Delightful proprietress, Pat Harbour. Rates: $65/$75.”

Oregon--Kathy Sigafoos, Ojai: Arden Forest Inn, 261 W. Hersey, Ashland, Ore. 97520. Rates: $55/$70. “We felt like guests in a friend’s home at this B&B.; The breakfasts were delicious. The Arden Forest Inn is closed from November to February (when the Shakespeare Festival is dark).”

Washington--Melchor Johnson, Port Hueneme: “Lake Union Bed & Breakfast, 2217 N. 36th St., Seattle, Wash. 98126. Lake and city views, sauna, fireplaces, gourmet breakfasts. Rates: $50/$125.”

Alaska--Dr. and Mrs. James O. Whittaker, Camp Hill, Pa.: “Raves for the Wild Iris Inn, Chena Hills Drive, Box 73246, Fairbanks, Alaska 99707. A gourmet cook prepares dungeness crab omelets, salmon quiche, apple strudel and blueberry cobbler. Rates: $55, including a large room with a view of snow-capped peaks.”

Canada--Sheryl Rubinstein, Los Angeles: “Conveniently located B&B; near beach and downtown, 1593 Larch St., Vancouver, B.C. Rate: $55 U.S. Nonsmoking, private room and bath, delicious breakfast, friendly and helpful owners.”

Canada--Phyllis Wayne, Los Angeles: “Stayed in a charming and luxurious B&B;: the Tiffany Bay, 629 Senanus Drive, Saanichton, B.C. Near Victoria Airport. Rate: $110 U.S. with private bath.”

Mexico--Earl H. Phillips, Monrovia: “Used the services of a knowledgeable tour guide with a van. He is punctual, dependable, fluent in English. Airport/hotel pickup. Eight hours, five people: $50 U.S. Alex Ramirez, Apartado Postal 26-382, Mexico D.F. 02860.”

Mexico--Mrs. Michael Falvo, San Clemente: “Anyone traveling to Puerto Vallarta should take along a copy of ‘The Insider’s Guide to Puerto Vallarta.’ It helped me to prepare for my trip, plan events and enjoy my stay. Everything you need to know about the city and the surrounding areas is listed in the book. Contact The Insider’s Guide to Puerto Vallarta, Viaje Book, c/o Yvonne Miller, P.O. Box 483, Balboa Island, Calif. 92662.”

Guatemala--Mackay Crampton, Pebble Beach: “Thelma Orantes, 5 Avenita Norte No. 39, Antigua, Guatemala, runs a very comfortable and friendly boarding house in her large Colonial-style home. Double accommodations with twin beds, three meals per day and shared bathroom: $110 U.S. per week.”

Costa Rica--Glen Rhode, Ventura: “A privately owned home with three bedrooms in the Manuel Antonio National Park area. Private baths. Use of a kitchen. Rates: $55 U.S. per couple. Reservations can be made through Ruth Chase at (805) 644-1932.”

England--Florence Adams, Claremont: “Splendid six-day tour of the English Lake District with two wonderfully knowledgeable guides. Paid $1,125 U.S. per person (accommodations, meals, sightseeing). Contact John Goldsmith or Thelma Moore c/o Land of the Lake Tours, the Birches, Cornbirthwaite Road, Windermere, Cumbria LA2 31DG, England. I’m not particularly fond of tours, but this one was definitely worth a mention.”

England--David A. Grimason, Pacific Palisades: “For anyone visiting the Lake District in northern England, try the Ivy House Hotel, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5SY, England. Rates: 28/35.”

England--David Graham, Los Angeles: “If you’re planning to stay in London for a week or more, it could be well worthwhile to buy a Zone 1 and Zone 2 underground and bus pass. A big saving over individual fares. Take an extra passport photo with you and go to the nearest underground station to pick up the weekly pass.”

England--Moshen and Adel Zahedi, Los Angeles: Wraxall House Hotel, Nailsea, Bristol BS19 1BU. “A charming 17th-Century country house hotel set in spacious grounds in the heart of the countryside between Nailsea and Wraxall in the county of Avon. Tranquil, relaxing atmosphere with 10 comfortable and luxurious bedrooms. Rates: 30/75.”

England--Margaret Hinnant, Pacific Grove: “Enjoyed our stay at beautiful Rose Hill Cottage, Lanivet, Near Bodmin, Cornwall, England. Cost was just 30 per night for the three of us, and the breakfast was more than ample.”

England--Jim and Janet Reynolds, Anaheim: “Don’t miss the Orchard House Hotel set on the outskirts of Brixham, Devon, the English Riviera. Glorious cliff walks, quaint old fishing town. Extraordinarily friendly hosts, Peter and Chris and daughter Michelle. Wonderful meals provided. Cost: 12.60 per night for bed and breakfast. Write to Peter and Chris Pettet, Orchard House Hotel, St. Mary’s Road, Brixham, Devon. This is a truly terrific place.”

England--Robert and Barbara Irving, Sun Valley: “Old ship hotel, Castle Street, Mere, Wiltshire, England. More than 400 years old. Clean, comfortable. Friendly staff. Prices inclusive of dinner, breakfast, VAT for two days or more: 32 per person (double with private bathroom).”

England--Jerry and Lois Dunklin, Canoga Park: “A warm welcome awaits each guest who steps into the delightful bed and breakfast home of Margaret Givens, 8 Bondgate Without, Alnwick, NE66 1PP, Northumberland, England. This B&B; is truly a superb value. Spring prices were 67 per person for dinner, bed and breakfast for two nights. The hotel is now charging 40 per person for one night.”

England--Anne H. Weber, Tustin: “Carnethic House, Lambs Barn, Fowey, Cornwall, England. Exceptional hosting by David and Trisha Hogg. Ideal for home base in Cornwall and Devon. Rates: $27/$30 U.S. per person for a superior double with shower, view, breakfast.”

Scotland--Susan Shields, Santa Barbara: “A delicious lunch at the Grouse and Claret, Heatheryford Country Centre, Heatheryford, Kinross, KY13 7NQ, Scotland. Lunch for two with wine and tip: $30 U.S. They also offer bed and breakfast, trout fishing, art courses. Beautiful views over Loch Leven.”

Scotland--Bob and Mae Geoff, Temple City: Enjoyed Kathy MacLennan’s B&B--Struy; House, 109 Ballifear Road, Inverness, Scotland. “Rates: 10 per person per night. Located near the River Ness. And within walking distance of downtown and the elegant Open Court Theater.”

France--Marjorie E. Newhouse, Portland, Ore.: Enjoyed a tour with Mme. Claudia de Guere, St. Cirq Lapopie 46330 France. “Selected iteneraries in various parts of France. Choice of hotels is excellent. We traveled by private motor car through the Chablis country. Ten memorable days. Highly recommended.”

France--Burks Hamner, Los Angeles: Recommends La Villa Hotel, 29 Rue Jacob, 75006 Paris. Rates: 700/2,300 francs. And Hotel Pavillon de la Rein, 28 Place des Vostes, 7500 Paris. Rates: 850/2,200 francs.

Italy--Larry Kosberg, Los Angeles: “La Favorita, a small hotel/restaurant in Apricale, a 1,000-year-old mountain town 20 minutes from coastal Ventimiglia and San Remeo. Owned by Delio and Cora Viale. Both speak excellent English. Six clean, pleasant rooms. About $42 U.S. double. The real treat is the Ligurian cuisine, which includes spinach ravioli, gnocchi with gorganzola. Grilled beef and lamb and the best zabaglione I’ve ever eaten. A complete dinner will run about $25 U.S. per person. Write to La Favorita, 18030 Apricale, Imperia, Italy.”

Netherlands--William R. Kroonen, Palm Desert: “Hotel Washington, Frans Van Mierisstraat 10, 1071 RS Amsterdam. This 19-room facility has been completely remodeled. Our double room with full bath and full Dutch breakfast was the best in the house, and was priced at under $70 U.S. per night. Owners/managers exceedingly cordial. Felt as if we were visiting in a friend’s home. Only a five-minute walk from the Concertgebouw.”

Netherlands--Albert R. Baca, Studio City: “Hotel Sweelinck, Sweelinckplein 78, The Hague. In a converted 19th-Century house. Charming, quiet square. Breakfasts are excellent. Prices: $28/38 U.S. single, $53/68 double.”

Netherlands--Ruth H. and Robert L. Munroe: “Charming little hotel about two hours’ drive east of Amsterdam in tiny, quiet village of Almen near the old town of Zutphen. Hotel de Hoofdige Boer, Dorpsstraat 38, 7218 AH Almen. Price: about $65 U.S. for two for bed and breakfast.”

Turkey--Dick Kitch, Watsonville: “Guest house Berk, Kutlugun Sok., No. 27, 34400 Sultanahmet, Istanbul. Double with private bath: $32 U.S. per day.”

Australia--Margaret Gascoigne, Pacific Palisades: “The Sarina Beach Motel, Sarina Beach, Queensland, 23 miles south of MacKay. Luxury at the beach with lots of extras. All suites have kitchen facilities. Excellent meals. Doubles, $40 Australian per night. No seasonal variations.”