To the invader, this island fortress is forbidding; to the tourist, the ramparts guard a vivid, alluring meld of long history and varied cultures. Story
[Photo: Nancy Cooper Frank]
Classical travels
For those moved by music, summer festivals mean vacations that offer the best of several worlds.
Calendar
Following is a selection of events taking place around Florida in the first three weeks of May. Some events charge admission; readers are advised to call ahead to confirm times and any fees. The number in parentheses at the end of each item refers to the regional map of the state.
Britain is open for business
Foot-and-mouth disease and a number of other problems have tourists unnecessarily avoiding one of the finest destinations in the world.
