Sept 10-16 marks the 2012 Bell Challenge in lovely and historic Quebec City. Canada's French-speaking province (where everyone is also fluent in English) will host tennis fans from around the globe, for this tournament, which offers a $220,000 purse.
The courts at the Bell Challenge are hard surface and are indoors, so the weather will not be a factor. Past champions at this respected tournament include Lindsay Davenport, Jennifer Capriati and Maria Sharapova. This particular tournament has eight times been named the WTA's International Tournament of the Year.
[PHOTO_209904]Quebec City is one of the most historic and beautiful on the North American continent. Be sure to allow time to explore its beautiful downtown, built on two levels, and to see the landmark Chateau Frontenac, now a Fairmont Hotel.
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About Libby McMillan
Libby McMillan is an avid tennis fan who also loves Quebec. "No worries if you don't know French," she says. "The locals are lovely, and will always help you find anything you're looking for."
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