Not-So-Perfect Isle

I was surprised to see your cover article on the Italian island of Ponza (“Waiting to Be Discovered,” June 7).

Ponza has remained a “well-kept secret” all these years while untold numbers of travelers have scoured every inch of that beautiful country. The reasons: While Ponza is quaint and picturesque, it is no more so than many other islands, and there is nothing to do--it has few accessible beaches, no night life or other diversions, and the food is not noteworthy.

LAURA ALLEN

Laguna Beach