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california

Organic bistro

Here’s a hidden gem of a restaurant in Santa Barbara, the SpiritLand Bistro. It serves amazing dishes using organic and local ingredients.

SpiritLand Bistro, 230 E. Victoria St., Santa Barbara; (805) 966-7759, www .spiritlandbistro.com. Entrees from $15.

Candice Constantine

Goleta, Calif.

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mexico

Old-world B&B;

In Morelia, we stayed at a beautiful bed-and-breakfast in the historic district, away from the downtown bustle yet only a 10-minute walk from the cathedral.

La Posada de San Antonio, Calzada Fray Antonio de San Miguel 350, Morelia; 011-52-443-312-3719. Doubles from $82.

Jerry and Sally Stember

Carlsbad