Readers Recommend

Greece: Doupiani House, 422 00 Kastraki, Meteora; 011-30-432-075-326, e-mail doupiani-[email protected]. “This small hotel has a panoramic view of the incredible geology and monasteries of Meteora, also the small town of Kastraki nestled below. Large rooms, very clean, with bath and balconies. Manager speaks five languages.” Doubles from $45; full breakfast $5 extra.

--Joan Boyer, San Diego

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Idaho: Grandpa’s Southern Bar-B-Q Restaurant, 434 W. Grand Ave., Arco 83213 (near Craters of the Moon National Monument); (208) 527-3362. “Homemade Kentucky soul food at its finest--beef, pork ribs or chicken with beans, corn bread, peach cobbler and pecan pie.” Dinners start at $6.99. Open 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.; closed Sunday.

--Meg Marple, San Pedro

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Turkey: SeaScape Sailing, 15127 N.E. 21st St., Redmond, WA 98052; (877) 273-2722, www.seascape-sail.com. “Unusual, off-the-beaten-path sailing adventure along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. Flexible itinerary and optional hands-on sailing experience. Staterooms have heads (baths) and double beds. Amazing trip.” Seven-day trips begin at $895 per person, double occupancy.

--Colleen Fliedner, La Palma