California--Delia Lerit, Huntington Park: “Little Valley Inn,...
California--Delia Lerit, Huntington Park: “Little Valley Inn, 3483 Brooks Road, Mariposa 95338; (800) 889-5444. A wooded place in Gold Country; modern rooms, delicious breakfast. Guests are invited to pan for gold at the inn’s creek.” Rates: $80; suite with kitchen, $100.
Colorado--Joyce Walter, Pacific Palisades: “Main Street Brewery & Restaurant, 21 E. Main, Cortez 81321; (970) 564-9112. At this restaurant with video game room, we had a gourmet dinner and wonderful service. Excellent beers produced in the brewery.” Dinner, about $10.
Mexico--Penny Gomez, Los Angeles: “Casa Blanca, Bucerias, 15 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, (800) 936-3646. Five-unit beach-side complex with pool. Each unit has two bedrooms and two baths. Quaint seaside village, American on-site management.” Rates: $92-$150 a day.
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