Readers Recommend
California: Gerry Lamb, Palm Springs--Desert House Inn, 200 S. Cahuilla Road, Palm Springs 92262; (800) 549-9230 or (760) 325-5281, fax (760) 325-6736, www.deserthouseinn.com. “Spent 10 glorious days at this inn in the heart of Palm Springs after a family wedding ousted us from our part-time home here. Four studios with kitchen, two other guest rooms. Built in 1940s and totally refurbished in Southwest style. Delightful owners.” Winter rates: $95-$175.
France: Myrna Friedman and Marti Haymaker, Los Angeles--Aubertin restaurant, 1 Rue de l’Hopital, Villeneuve- les-Avignon; 011-334-9025- 9484. “Across Rhone River from Avignon. Compares favorably with many Michelin one-star restaurants in the south of France. Warm and inviting; light and inventive tastes of Provence in an intimate space. Deserves one Michelin star if not more.” Lunch, dinner Tuesday-Saturday, about $30-$40 without wine.
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