Is Puerto Rico ready for visitors?

The Washington Post and would love to visit a European Christmas market. Do you have any recommendations on which cities/countries to visit? I lean toward a German market but how are the London ones, for example?

A: Go with the original and most traditional market scene, so that means, Here you come, Germany! Germany has hundreds of markets, but you should base yourself in a major city, such as Berlin, Stuttgart or Dresden, and fan out to the smaller towns and their charming markets. Most markets run from mid-November till the night before Christmas.

Q: Do you think it’s possible to get enough time in Hawaii and Japan (Tokyo/surrounding areas) with five nights in each location? My partner has never been to either, and we’re trying to plan a trip!

A: You can definitely see both places in 10 nights, but don’t try to be too ambitious. Pick one or two islands (say, Oahu and the Big Island) and one major city in Japan (Tokyo or Kyoto), with planned side trips. For Japan, buy a train pass in advance, which will save you money and time.

Q: I’m heading to Orlando, Fla., for Martin Luther King Jr. weekend while on maternity leave. I will have a 6-week-old and an 18-month-old. I’ve picked a resort in Kissimmee based solely on getting a suite with kitchen, heated pool and playground. Do you have any suggestions of activities or restaurants for a young family? We may want a few ideas besides just pool time — and we don’t want to pay for Disney or Universal tickets.

A: There’s plenty to do in that area. You could head north and visit Kennedy Space Center or check out some of the less expensive theme parks, such as Gatorland or SeaWorld. I also love Bok Tower Gardens, which is not far from Kissimmee.