Toronto is full of hands-on small business owners who own and operate their own businesses and the waterfront district is no different. Even after 10 years the Boatel is still considered a newcomer to the harbour. Like the Boatel many … Continue reading
Now for a more lighthearted story. Somewhere along the way we found this maritime folklore written on a tea cloth with this explanation of why people have always referred to a ship is female. Why a ship is a She? … Continue reading
I remember the day we drove to Montreal to picked up the Boatel. It was June 1st, 2004 and we stood on the dock at the Old Port of Montreal looking at “our new boat” with a mixture of fear … Continue reading
Staycation is a vacation in your own city participating in leisure activities close to home. Want to experience the perfect Staycation in Toronto? Escape to Toronto Island with the Boatel. Come enjoy the peace and tranquility that Toronto Island has to offer … Continue reading
Although uncommon the boat bed and breakfast maybe one of North America’s best kept travel secrets. Image spending the night aboard a sailboat, former tug boat or a private motor yacht and watching an incredible sunset? Or waking up to … Continue reading
In June 2004 we drove to Montreal to move aboard our new trawler and bring her home to Toronto. I still recall standing along the wall at the Old Port of Montreal and looking down to see our new boat, … Continue reading
