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This rustic getaway is an ideal location for family vacations, Fall Getaway or a touring Quebec Vacation. Located in the delightful province of Quebec it is thirty five (35) minutes from Mont Tremblant and Montebello Resorts which makes it an affordable location yet great for day trips such as golfing, skiing, boating, fishing and outdoor nature walks.

This chalet has an afro Caribbean interior theme with three carpeted bedrooms including a Master bedroom with a magnificent view of the lake. It boosts a full kitchen, Washroom, hardwood floors, living room and decks.

It has private access to the lake, with a private dock for boats, canoes and sea doo’s.

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It is private and secluded cottage with acres of mature mountainous trees which makes it suitable for Romantic Getaways Honeymoon Hideaways or simply a weekend Quebec Cottage Rental. Visit us today to create your moments.




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The Amentinies this Quebec Cottage Rental offers includes: comfortable beds and clean linens.

• Modern main floor bathroom

• Fully equipped kitchen

• 1500 Square feet -with hardwood floors

• 1 Master bedrooms (with a private deck and a beautiful view of the lake)

• 1 Kids (child) bedroom

• 1 Guest bedroom (Equipped with a pull-out Bed)

• Opening windows

• Individual climate control

• Iron/Ironing board • Bicycles for daily adventures • Main deck with a view of the lake • Outdoor fire pit • Propane and coal barbeques

• Wood burning fireplace

• Private access to the lake

• Private dock for boats,canoes and see doo's

• Public Beach close by

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Race Weekend Ottawa

The Ottawa Race Weekend was held in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada on May 28^th – May 29^th, 2011. The Race weekend brought more than 40,000 runners including many world class athletics to the national capital region. Visit our blog posting for more details on this world class event:  

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The Ottawa Race Weekend 2011

The Ottawa Race Weekend, the premier running event in Canada will take place on May 28-29th, 2011 in downtown Ottawa. This truly popular and internationally recognized event welcomed more than 39,010 participants in seven races in 2010. This year the city is expected to welcome more than 42,000 participants and well over 150,000 residents and well wishes from across the country and around the world to this iconic event.

The Ottawa marathon and the 10K race are both recognized as a first class event by the International Association of Athletic Federation (IAAF) the world governing body for track and field.

Each year top athletes and those who are working hard to be recognized battle earnestly to take home top titles. The games has a high respect among runners plus its high ranking on the IAAF index makes the rivalry more exciting.

 The Races are scheduled thorough the day on Saturday and Sunday with the main attraction and featured race of the event the Marathon kicking off at 7am.

History of the Ottawa Races

Started back in 1975 by 146 students from the Carleton University, the Ottawa race weekend has become the most visited, most attended and most anticipated community race event in Canada. It Range from 2k to the Marathon race; these events attract professional coach(s), top athletes, the average runner and the unwavering faithful runners and spectators across North America and the world.

The event was previously known as the ING RUN, ING Ottawa Marathon and the National Capital Marathon.

New to Ottawa Races

If you are new to Ottawa and wondering where the best spots to enjoy the races, my suggestions are:

(1)    Starting point  - Laurier and Elgin directly in front of the Confederation park

       (2)    Finishing           - Any access point on the Queen Elizabeth drive and along the Rideau canal

       (3)    On the way     - Sussex Drive the main racing route is a great place to enjoy and participate in this energising event

       (4)    Cool spots       -  Section of the city known as “china town” which is on Somerset Street can provide a commanding view of sections of the races with its newly build arch over the road way.

Location in relationship to BBI

From BBI Ottawa its 10-12 Minutes walk to Laurier and Elgin the starting point of the races. The Queen Elizabeth and Rideau Canal “on the way” points are about 5-6 Minutes walk from our Ottawa location. Oh and keep in mind that many of the roads will be closed to accommodate this premier events hence walking or biking (bicycles) are the best way to enjoy these events.

So “on your Mark”, “Get Set”, and “Go” ………..to the 2011 Ottawa Races

Tulip Festival Ottawa

Tulip Festival Ottawa

The Ottawa Tulip Festival runs from May 6th, 2011  - May 23rd, 2011.
Come out and enjoy this great cultural entertainment,taste the exotic cuisine, explore new worlds,learn about other countries in the new international pavilion.

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OTTAWA TULIP FESTIVAL

OTTAWA TULIP FESTIVAL

After two weeks of spring playing peek-a-boo and the sun finally taking its dominant role as king of the skies and with great appreciation we welcome and happily salute the return of the sunny and dry season.

May the 6^th marks the beginning of the annual Canadian Tulip Festival   - An International celebrated and very popular flower festival in Canada. The festival is a reminder of a great friendship between two very great nations – Netherlands and Canada.

The tulip festival is the world’s largest; it is an event which is visited and attended each year by thousands of visitors from across Canada and around the world. Year after year visitors are astonished by the volume and the share beauty of this memorable event.

The annual tulip festival is a major event on the tourism calendar it marks the beginning of spring  - Its marks the beginning of the warmer and busiest season on the tourism calendar.

History of the tulip festival

During the Second World War princess Juliana and the royal Dutch family was granted safe haven in Canada after Germany invaded their country in 1940. After the war ended the Royal family gifted Ottawa 100,000.00 tulip bulbs as their appreciation for the safe haven Canada provided to them and the major combat role Canada and the allied forces played in the liberation of their home land - Holland in 1945.

Canada especially Ottawa held a very special place in royal’s heart as it was the place of birth of princess Margriet and Prince Juliana third daughter Princess Margriet the only royal to be born in North America.

Location of the main events

·         Commissioners Park - Floral Central

A very popular site, located at Dow’s lake a five minute (5) drive from our Ottawa location. The festive beauty of the tulip festival can be seen and enjoy pretty much all around the city, however the Dow’s lake venue has the highest concentration of the tulips along one of the city’s greatest land mark and tourist attraction the Rideau Canal. This venue is a must see.

·         Major hill Park

The major hill park, the official garden of Canada’s capital Ottawa is the main activity site. This year attractions includes:

1.     Extraordinary Kaleidoscope tulip beds

2.     Activities for the entire family

3.     International pavilion     -  An area represented my more than 20 Embassies show-casing their country and its culture.

Are you currently visiting Ottawa ? or planning to visit, please add the tulip festival to one of your must see and do event .......beauty and fun is guaranteed.

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LET'S TANGO

Check out this new blog posting from one of our guest blog on "tango" in Buenos Aires the Argentinean capital. Read more .........

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CONGRATULATIONS !!

Our Congratulation to Prince William and the now Princess Kate on their very beautiful wedding sermon held recently in the United Kingdom. We are looking forward to welcome you to Ottawa Canada on July the 1^st as we celebrate Canada’s Day.

Good luck guys

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SPRING IS IN THE AIR

SPRING IS IN THE AIR

The tweeting and chirping sound from the returning birds, blooming trees, melting snow, rushing river are sure signs that spring has arrived. It’s that time of the year to slowly put away those winter gears and warm up to the changing season. With the winter officially behind us spring means getting ready for the summer, cottage life and family vacations. So let the summer season begins.

For most people cottage life involves sitting on the deck(s) with a cold glass of your favourite drink, or fishing at plus 25 degree in the middle of our quiet lake, BBQ ribs, BBQ steaks hmm those brown mouth watering goodies. Cottage life is the times we spend with our love ones and they translate to moments we can never forget.

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Kids playing, supper on the BBQ are all very familiar characteristics of the summer months and are sure bet that the warmer months are back. A guest to our Montpellier Cottage once commented “The cottage is the place where we create great memories with our family and friends year after year.

Visit us today to make your own memories

About the Cottage (chalet)

Our two-story 1,500 square feet A framed cottage, which boost a magnificent lake view is a place filled with fun. It includes a master bedroom (with a private upper deck) and second bedroom on the upper  floor, one bedroom on the main floor and one bathroom. It has a combined open concept kitchen, dining and living areas with glass sliding doors leading onto a 12 X 25 deck looking on to Lac Shryer. The cottage is elevated; hence one enjoys a commanding view. The immediate area around the cottage is heavily wooded providing privacy from other cottages in the area.

 Amenities

The cottage has an Afro-Caribbean theme and is fully equipped with an electric stove, refrigerator, microwave, propane and charcoal BBQs, Stereo/CD and DVD. Heat is provided by electric heaters and an air-tight wood stove for those cold nights.

Cold and hot running water is provided through a pumped underground well. TV and VCR/DVD are available in the large recreation room.

 You are 5 kilometres from Golfing, Spa and 12 kilometers from villages such as Ripon and Cheneville.

How to get there

The cottage is situated on Lake Shryer in the Papineauville region 1 hour north of Ottawa, Ontario, the Capital of Canada and it is approximately 35 minutes from Mont Tremblant golf and skiing resort and Montebello region.

A series of scenic winding roads through the Laurentian Mountains takes you to this, quiet and relaxing hideaway.

This location is ideal for families, singles, couples and even the explorers. At versatile cottage where you speed up or slow down your vacation as you like. You can enjoy many exciting outdoor activities close by like fishing, hiking, or boating; or simply slow things down to a BBQ on the private decks, or rest away in our hammock located strategically between two trees. 

As the end of the day approaches you can always roast marshmallows with the family in an outdoor fire pit while gazing at the stars so much to enjoy here  

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HAPPY EASTER

HAPPY EASTER

BBI like to wish you all a Happy Easter. As you and yours enjoy the season – We hope the joy of Easter and the happiness of the season fill your heart today and the entire year

Our Best wishes

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Happy Vacationing

Vacation rentals are the newest and the hottest form of rental accommodation available today, their popularity and availability has grown exponentially over the last three years it is “now” the place to enjoy your holidays, honeymoons and romantic getaways. Many families are now choosing vacation rentals over other form of accommodations as they provide them with a homely environment, memorable moments and complete freedom while on their trip. I recently participate in a international travel seminar and I was amazed to see how the vacation rental industry as evolved in past 5 years. I learned a whole lot so I thought I would share the changes and what to expect in the vacation rentals Industry.

What are vacation rentals?

Vacation rentals are furnished accommodation which comes in different kinds such as luxurious condominium, cottage, apartment, tropical villas. They can range from 1-20 bedrooms and offer additional space such as a living room, dining room, fully-equipped kitchens, and outdoor areas including patios and balcony. They are available at pretty much any location from tropical beach fronts, in urban centres to romantic rural settings.

Why choose a vacation rental?

The main reasons vacationers choose vacation rentals are:

Easy Booking

·         Many vacation rental companies’ websites offer secure reservation systems, with immediate online availability and confirmation.

Peace of mind

·         More space – No need to cram the entire family into a single hotel room. It can be challenging to sleep, while other members of the family watch TV at night in a single hotel room.

·         It allows you to lounge around in your PJ’s all day

·         No housekeeping to boot you out daily at a certain time

More choices more places

·         vary in locations from beach fronts to city centres

Value for money

·         On a nightly basis they deliver exceptional value, especially if you travel with friends or as a group

·         The space you get relative to the price you pay is unbeatable

·         The Kitchen make a huge difference to the bottom line   - Eat in your own kitchen - It is highly beneficial from a financial point of view you save money by cooking your own meal instead of  expensive meals at restaurants, the tips, taxes and service charges all adds up.

·         When you stay in a hotel room you have to eat out 100 percent of the time

Home away from home

·         Your kids can play whenever and wherever

·         Offers unbeatable privacy  - You can request do not disturb for your entire stay

What are the limitations?

·         One limitation found in vacation rentals is the lack of 24 hours service staff but now this problem is address by many companies. Many offer the renters various services like hotels. These services involve front desk check-in, 24-hour maintenance, housekeeping, concierge service and more.

·         Before finalizing your stay know the terms as this could lead to misunderstanding and really unpleasant trips - things to look for: no pets, no smoking, no housekeeping, and no parking cleaning policies.

·         Security deposit issues - Rules about how you are refunded and what are considered as damages.

Now you are aware about Vacation Rentals – keep in mind such rentals when planning your vacation. Have a great stay.

Will you marry me?

Do you take this lady to be your lawfully wedded wife? Yes I Do!

and Madam.. Do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband?  Yes I Do! …..

I am getting married in the morning, ding dong the church bells are ringing ……If you really want me and you really need me, then come on out and get me……lyrics from a famous 1980's hit song was all that played in my head as I was getting ready to visit the Ottawa’s 2011 Bridal show.

Bridal shows are here again these must attend events for engaged couples, their friends and their families provide “to be brides” a perfect opportunity to meet wedding industry experts to get the resources and knowledge they need to plan their big day.

Recently a friend and I decide to check out the Wedding Palace Bridal Show in Ottawa. The show had a full house of attendees, a great number of which were brides and grooms to be. We had a fantastic time meeting and greeting fellow attendees at the 2011 show, I could feel the excitement in the air, and you could not help observing those girly smiles and joyous out pour of excitements from just about all the female attendees. Love was in the air, it was so cute to see partners holding hands while trying to walk in single files. My conclusion   was the show was an amazing success – how did I come to that conclusion?

The Ottawa bridal show saw more than 2000 attendees it was the perfect prelude to 2011 Valentine Weekend. The show was held exactly one month to the most important day on the Romantic calendar - Valentine’s Day - Yes guys take note Valentine Day is February 14^th.

This two day event was held at the Westin Hotel and featured more than 50 different exhibitors ranging from professional photographers to Caribbean destination wedding Vendors - This year features door prizes range from a chance to win diamond rings, jeweller gift certificates to all inclusive honeymoon packages.

Interestingly I asked myself the question prior to attending this event – “why would someone visit a bridal show?”

 Many people including I thought it was a obvious answer so curiousty get the most of me and off I went to answer this question that the world being trying to answer for decades (lol) ;  (– “why would someone visit a bridal show?”)– My findings were:

v  People attend to day dream

v  Some attend because the other half invites them – which leave a hanging question – I wonder what is up? Is he planning to ask? – Should I say yes now - what should I wear in case he did!

v  Others attend to meet wedding industry experts to get the resources and insight they need to plan their big day.

Why did exhibitors attend bridal shows?

v  Generate leads

v  Bring awareness to their brand and to their services

v  Advertise to those looking for the perfect dress  

v  Seek to inspired by displacing the latest styles

v  Show case their brand and services through professionally choreographed fashion shows

So next time a bridal show is in your city, check it out they are so much fun.

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Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays!

I like to take a minute to thank all our fans – including our Facebook, twitter, blog communities and LinkedIn supporters for your unwavering support for the past year.  I am honoured that you enjoyed the information we shared! And your feed back was irreplaceable as always, I invite you to ask questions and share any feedback you have as our business like everything else in the world grows on complaints, suggestions, pointers and compliments.

Most importantly, I hope you have a safe, happy and healthy holiday season. I sincerely hope 2011 will be a glorious year, and that you will be rewarded with success for all your goals and objectives – whether it’s personal or business. We at BBI hope your 2011 endeavours will be filled with success, lots of relaxation and your creative mind will be expanded.

We also wish joyful spirit for you and yours, health body, lots of friendship and great blog posting from BBI :) 

Finally we all celebrate different things at different times and I hope whatever your beliefs are and how you celebrate will bring you great joy. I wish you much happiness, good health and success in 2011.

You didn't think I was going to end this blog posting without a sales pitch, did you? :)  Now that I got your attention. Just kidding looking forward to see some of you guys at our different locations this Valentine Weekend and during the staging of the Ottawa’s Winterlude festival also in February! Stay tuned for our next blog which is expected to be filled with information and …. Oops it’s a secret ….it is for you to find out!     Our thoughts for the New Year maybe you like to try it too “Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day."

---Helen Steiner Rice

Happy Holidays,

From the crew at BBI

Our warmest regards
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LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW !!

25 centimetres of blowing snow, -20 degrees below, freezing cold, most birds take wing south ,pretty sure the oxford dictionary would overwhelmingly define such conditions as hmmm winter! Did I say winter? Yes its winter! No doubt winter is here. So what are my choices: I could go south, turn the heat up or I could wish for better days?

Or I could join in on one of the holidays season famous sing-along “let it snow, let it snow”. Are you singing along with me? I do hope you are

 Why not let it snow so I can build a snowman, get out my winter gears and get out and enjoy the fresh snow and cool fresh air – or I can sit around the fireplace enjoying the cracking sound of the wood fireplace while hugging a large cup of hot chocolate or a hot cup of apple cider – see winter isn’t that cold and boring as you think. So what do I do?

Don't hibernate...celebrate winter pay a visit to the Canadian capital Ottawa and enjoy some of the city’s fine winter traditions such as:

(i)                 *Ice-skating on the 7.8 kilometres Rideau Canal - the world’s largest skating rink.

(ii)               **Enjoy a girlfriend getaway at Ottawa bustling urban centres

(iii)             ***Getaway to a secluded wilderness hideaways in the famous – Gatineau parks

(iv)             **** Winterlude in the Capital

* Whether it's skating along the Rideau Canal, visiting the outstanding museums or simply enjoying the comforts of your room, BBI Ottawa offers a perfect start to your winter experience. Located in the Nation's Capital and less than five minutes walk to the Winterlude action, this winter wonderland location will exceed your expectations.

**Grab a suitcase and your best friend(s) and take a road trip to this amazing getaway. With a list of shopping centres to explore - including Bayshore, Rideau and

St Laurent .These shopping centres has more than 200 of the biggest names in retail - there is never a dull moment. You can visit the By Ward Market Square and enjoy the specialty and artisan boutiques or sit and take great pleasure in enjoying your favourite meal at the many first class restaurants in the city.

***Gatineau Park is bussing with snow- shoeing, cross-country, nature walkers and downhill skiers with more than 250 kilometres of various trails winding through forests and along frozen lakes and river valleys, Gatineau park boasts one of North America’s most popular trail networks. Cross country skiers currently have access to 56 kilometres of compacted and groomed trails including the Fortune parkway, the Gatineau parkway and the Champlain Parkway

****For the first three weekends every February Ottawa celebrate winterlude – a winter festival in the nation’s capital that features ice-skating on the world’s longest rink, ice sculptures, a snow playground, concerts and many more events.

So get out the winter gears, sing along and enjoy the festive season in Ottawa.

 A thought I wonder how the oxford dictionary would describe -40 below, freezing cold, blowing snow and 50 miles per hour wind? Anyone like to suggest the definition?

Lest we forget - Remembrance Day 2010

Remembrance Day is observed on 11 November to recall the official end of World War I. On that date in 1918, all major hostilities of World War I were formally ended "at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month".
This blog posting is dedicated to all our veterans. I could not find a better way of acknowledging and appreciating the ultimate sacrifice and contributions they made to world peace. My “thank you” is best said by John McRae in his poem **“Flanders Fields” -

In Flanders Fields

By John McCrae, May 1915

In Flanders fields the poppies blow
between the crosses, row on row,
that mark our place; and in the sky
the larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.

Lest we forget

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**"In Flanders Fields" is perhaps the best known poem written during the First World War. Canadian doctor and Lt.-Col. John McCrae wrote it in May 1915 after witnessing the death of his friend, Lt. Alexis Helmer, 22.

Get out and enjoy.......... Fall’s colours

Fall is an amazing time, it is the season when leaves change to blue, golden, brown, scarlet ; when you add a mix of a scenic back drop with golden streak of sunlight shining through branches fall earns the undisputed title  as “the romantic season of the year”.

Canada’s capital city has a wide range of trees from Maple, Oak to birch with leaves that change to brilliant oranges, red and yellow in September through to October. These fall foliages tends to peak towards the end of September.

We took the opportunity to visit two great fall local attractions – the Gatineau Park and Mackenzie King Estate which is located in the Gatineau Park.

Our drive started from BBI Ottawa **, we drove about 15 minutes on the highway heading north west to a small town named Chelsea in the province of Quebec. From the centre town we navigate to a huge parking lot where we grab our running shoe and off we when to a great adventure. “Wow”!! Was the most common expression from the hundred of visitors to this national treasure: if you haven’t seen the leaves change colour during the autumns’ months, then you’re missing out on a true Canadian experience. Species of trees transform into gold, red and everything in between it was absolutely beautiful.

 The Gatineau Park

Located 15 minutes across the Ottawa River in Gatineau is the Gatineau Park –The Park offers a whole range of attractions and activities. It is particularly beautiful in the fall, when the trees put on an impressive show of colour. The park has 361 Kilometres of natural wilderness crisscrossed with forest, lakes, cycling, natural trails and stunning lookout which makes it a destination for romantic hangout.

Four of these lookouts offer spectacular views, including Champlain Lookout atop the Eardely Escarpment, with amazing views of two major Canadian geological formations - the Canadian Shield and the St. Lawrence Lowlands

The Mackenzie King estate

The Park is home to Mackenzie King Estate, the beautiful country home of Canada's 10th Prime Minister, William Lyon McKenzie King. The estate consists of a number of cottages, a tea house, farm house and main buildings and remains a colourful part of Canadian history.

The estate had great English gardens, trails including my personal favourite the waterfall trails. You can learn about the famous ruins and even watch films on the life of Mackenzie King. This is great family getaway spot.

I wonder how many pictures are taken during this time in the Gatineau Park…..If only leaves could talk…..

Until then……

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** While there are thousands of options for Romantic getaway , BBI offers the most intimate stay weather you are looking for a romantic stay or to rekindle your romantic fire – located in Central Ottawa and voted by numerous guests as the place to fall in love again and again.

Pirates are in town - BBI Prescott

Last weekend, I told the most important lady in my life, my 14 year old daughter that the pirates have landed. She replied” what?” I replied “Yes Capital Sparrow and his crew have landed in Prescott and I think we should go and see them”.

“I” being the operative word, as at the tender age of 14 as parent we have to seek an audience most of the times with our kids to hang out……and hope for a yes answer with much anticipation after they consult with their friends to see what on their agenda, fortunate for me I was awarded the moment (lol) and so I was blessed to have had the pleasure of hanging out for ONE FULL DAY in Prescott, Ontario on the St Lawrence with my little princess

The event was the 4^th fourth Annual Pirates Day, at the Fort’s town Prescott home of one of BBI’s location. The town was decorated to welcome the visitors. Prescott welcomed visitors from both sides of the St. Lawrence River, we noted several sidewalk sales and great bargain along King Street and a few side streets. King Street the main street and the economic hub of Prescott was lined with small unique shops from speciality coffee shops to corner shops, from a small town square with a farmers market, to a few small town diners. This area was the centre of activities and attractions for 4^th Annual Pirates day.

Great care was in the planning of the many and varied kids activities. Activities included:  Tattoos and stickers to celebrate the event, hanging with pirates, geo-caching (a new concept) it’s a modern version of treasure hunt using a GPS device, face painting, Giant air bounce, Magic and so much more.

Adults had the pleasure of Giant BBQ’s, Live Music, and Dancing and really cool side walk sales.

The main attraction being Capital Sparrow himself, enacted by a Prescott local - Major James Morrow Walsh, we enjoyed many photos shots and opportunity to visit the Tall ship which brought capital Sparrow to Prescott which was docked in front of BBI Prescott location on the St Lawrence facing the US town of Ogdensburg in the US state of New York.

I must admit it was fun for the entire family we had some great laughter and eat well from the local giant BBQ’s on King Street and the town square. Great job Prescott!!

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