Whale watching in Boothbay Harbor, Maine

While visiting Maine for our summer vacation, hubby and I agreed that whale watching was the quintessential tourist activity that we just had to do.  We tracked down a tour company local to Boothbay Harbor, the town in which we stayed.  It was a beautiful day, and the company offered guaranteed whale sightings.  I had my doubts from the moment we bought the tickets.  Internally, I questioned how could anyone ever guarantee that every trip out to sea in the vast Atlantic would result in the spotting of a whale.  Sure these are big fish we're talking about, but it's an even bigger ocean. 
The boat traveled across the lumpy waves about 20 miles from shore to the "whale feeding grounds."

I guess you can tell by my attitude that we never spotted a whale.  We were offered complimentary tickets to come back anytime for a second attempt.  Sure...the next time we're in Maine.

Despite not seeing a whale, the boat was actually quite an experience.  We saw seals, one of my favorite animals.  They are blubbery, lazy, and enjoy lounging in the sun near waves crashing on rocks.

We had pretty decent views of lighthouses and the Maine coastline.

And the sailboats dotting the frigid waters are exquisite sights.

Then there's this exquisite sight.  My two boys.  Hubby was holding Caleb on the deck of the boat and the rocking waters coaxed Caleb to sleep.

We tucked him in one of the benches for a 1.5-hour nap, snuggled warmly in my newly-purchased Maine sweatshirt.

Hubby and I enjoyed the waves and the sights while Caleb slept. 

Overall it was a fun adventure with only a minimal amount of seasickness.