Traveler’s Notes . . .

The annual Philadelphia Flower Show, said to be the biggest indoor flower show in the world, takes place March 2 through 9 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Tickets are $14.50 adults, $7.25 children under 12. Ten hotels offer packages with tickets. Tickets: (215) 988-8899. Hotel information: (800) 611-5960. . . . The St. Louis Art Museum this weekend opened an eight-week “Italian Celebration” of the culture and art of Italy. Each week focuses on a different city. Events include movies, music and “Gourmet in the Galleries,” in which visitors can, for instance, view art from Bologna and then sit down to a Bolognese dinner. Eight art exhibits cover everything from illuminated manuscripts to tableware made in Italy. Information: (314) 721-0072, Ext. 419.