Whale songs, known for their haunting beauty, are sung to convey each gentle giant's most prevalent emotion, sorrow at its daily lack of hugs. Use your eyes to embrace the kings of the sea with today's Groupon: for $19, you get one ticket to a three-hour whale-watching cruise from Cap'n Fish's in Boothbay Harbor (up to a $38 value).

Three generations of Fish-family seafarers have imbued Cap'n Fish's tours with unparalleled whale-finding experience. Marine-mammal lovers are ferried by 78- to 100-foot-long vessels from the coast of Boothbay Harbor, utilizing GPS, a 48-mile radar, and a staff of spies to intercept invitations to whale dance parties. During voyages, nautical narrators expertly describe the local marine life and birds sighted from the 360-degree decks. Aquaphobic witches and precipitation-eschewing patrons can enjoy the view from the temperature-controlled salon, enjoying ocean vistas while noshing on an array of snacks and beverages of all potencies, although food and drink are not included in the Groupon value.

Cap’n Fish’s boasted a 98% success rate in 2009 at sighting whales and acquiring their autographs, letting land folk experience nature's gentlest giants. If the shy sea creatures don't cross the boat's path, guests receive a rain check good for another whale watch or a trip on any other Cap'n Fish's cruise.

Groupons can be redeemed for noon trips Monday–Saturday and 12:30 p.m. trips on Sundays only. Call ahead to make a reservation.