Readers Recommend

Cook Islands: Gina’s Garden Lodges, P.O. Box 10, Aitutaki; 011-682-31-058, www.pacific-resorts.com/ginaslodge. “Cabins a short walk from the lagoon in a lavish botanical garden. Fans, TV, kitchens. Owned and operated by the queen of the island and her family.” Doubles from $120.

--Donna Rosenthal, Ridgecrest

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Italy: Time Elevator Rome, 20 Via dei S.S. Apostoli, Rome; 011-39-06-699-0053, www.time-elevator.it. “In state-of-the-art theater, panoramic 25-minute film that takes you through the key moments of Roman history. A fun experience.” 9 a.m.-midnight daily. Adults $10.65, 12 and younger $9.80.

--Gloria Polack, Calabasas

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Utah: Cafe Diablo, 599 W. Main St., Torrey 84775 (near Capitol Reef National Park); (435) 425-3070, www.cafediablo.net. “In tiny town, a first-rate menu (rattlesnake cakes, medallions of Utah lamb, vegetarian tamales) with inspired presentations.” April 15-Oct. 19, 5-10 p.m. daily. Entrees from $15.

--Nancy Brooks Rayl, Newport Beach