Readers Recommend
Canada--Claire Knodell, Laguna Niguel: “The Cedars, 278 Beach Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 5R8; telephone (800) 951-0769, Internet https://www.cedarsinnokanagan.com. Wine-country B&B; in heritage home. Afternoon wine, appetizers; pool, hot tub.” Rates: about $75-$117, double.
France--Roberta Bromberger, Ventura: “Les Volets Bleus, 26460 Truinas; tel. 011-33-475-53-3848, https://www.guideweb.com/provence (click on ‘Accommodation’; ‘Bed & Breakfasts, Guest Houses’; ‘Dro^me Provencale’). Charming B&B; in Provence. Friendly host Carlo Fortunato offers optional cooking classes.” Rates: about $40, double; dinner $17 per person with wine; cooking lessons $925 per week with full board.
Nevada--Sara Binder, Los Angeles: “Orleans Hotel & Casino, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas 89103; tel. (800) 675-3267, https://www.orleanscasino.com. Good food, nice rooms and service, friendly atmosphere, best poker room in town.” Rates: $39-$159.
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