Bed and Breakfast
Bed and Breakfasts are a unique way to enjoy a homey atmosphere and friendly hospitality while vacationing. Take a look at what our readers chose as their favourites:
Avalon: For the third year, Waterford Manor is the number one choice. Winter Home comes in second while Compton House moves up to third.
Off the Avalon: Carriage House in Grand Falls-Windsor is the gold winner this year, while Friends in Gander is the next favourite with readers and the Brown Derby in Stephenville is in third place.
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Beer Brand
Newfoundlanders are known to love their beer and this category is a big attention getter. Our readers have chosen and they know what they like when it comes to picking up the cold ones:
Avalon: Beer drinkers give Labatts top honours in this category followed by Molson's in close second and Northern Light in third.
Off the Avalon: Again, Labatts is the big winner here followed by Molson and Northern Light. 
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Bicycle Shop
Well it's getting to that time of year and many people are pulling their bicycles out and dusting them off for the summer ahead. If your bike needs some repairs, or if you're looking for a newer model, maybe one of these stores can help:
Avalon: Canadian Tire takes top place this year with Bill's Cycle Shop in second and Toys-R-Us in third.
Off the Avalon: Our readers Off the Avalon choose Canadian Tire as number one, followed by S & P Source for Sports of Gander in second and the Bike Shop in Grand Falls-Windsor in third.
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Book Store
Reading a book is like taking an armchair vacation - it's a great escape from the everyday world. There are so many kinds - fiction, romance, mystery, autobiographies, short stories, hard covers, paperbacks - but whatever you want, our readers say you can find it here:
Avalon: Chapters keeps its hold on first place again with Cole's in second spot. Bennington Gate is third.
Off the Avalon: Coles is the number one choice, followed by Book Worm in Gander and Chapters.
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Building Supply Store
Now is the time for home improvements and for all the supplies you need, drop by one of these highly recommended building supply stores.
Avalon: Hickman's Building Centre (now Chester Dawe) are on a roll as once again readers vote them number one. Kent Building Supplies are second and Chester Dawe third.
Off the Avalon: Murley's in Marystown are number one with Stan Dawe in Grand Falls-Windsor coming in second and Castle Building Supplies in Gander third.
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Car Leasing Company
If you get tired of driving the same car after a few years, then leasing would probably be the best option for you. Here's where our readers go for the best car leases.
Avalon: Once again this year its Hickman Motors in first place followed by Capitol Motors in second place and Penny Mazda in third.
Off the Avalon: Hickman Motors in Burin is the favorite Off the Avalon. Royal Garage in Clarenville is second followed by Lakeview Chrysler in third.
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Car Dealer (New)
If you need a new car, there are many good choices so drive in to one of these dealers as voted by the readers this year.
Avalon: Hickman Motors races to the finish line and wins gold, with Cabot Lincoln taking silver and Avalon Ford with bronze.
Off the Avalon: Again Hickman Motors finishes first with Lakeview Chrysler in Gander taking second and Riverview Motors in Grand Falls-Windsor in third.
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Car Dealer (Used)
If your budget doesn't allow for a new car right now, don't despair - try one of these dealerships that can send you on your way with a dependable quality assured car.
Avalon: Cabot Lincoln is the first choice winner with Hickman Motors in second place and Avalon Ford in third place.
Off the Avalon: Riverview Motors in Grand Falls-Windsor is the number one winner followed closely by Hickman Motors in second place and the Royal Garage in third place for this year.
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Car Rental Agency
For the times when you need a rental car - either your car is in the garage or you're heading out of town - get the assistance you need from one of these rental agencies:
Avalon: Number one car rental agency this year is Rent A Wreck. Discount Rental is second and Enterprise Rent A Car is third.
Off the Avalon: Budget takes first place with Hertz a close second and Tilden in third.
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