I recently had the opportunity to take my niece on a whale watching excursion with Blue Bay Whale Watching, and it was an experience that exceeded our expectations. 

The boat itself offered the comfort of a full-size cabin and the thrill of an open deck that brought us face to face with the ocean's expanse. Despite the open waters, the Bay Warrior's stability was remarkable, a feature that my niece (and I)  appreciated as she eagerly scanned the horizon for our first glimpse of the whales.

Rod, our captain, was a fount of knowledge, his years at sea evident in the way he read the water and navigated the vessel. His anecdotes about the bay and its marine inhabitants were both entertaining and educational, which only enriched our experience. 

But it was Christina who truly made the trip memorable for my niece. Her enthusiasm for the ocean was infectious, and she answered all of my niece's ceaseless questions with patience and a smile that never waned. The care she took in ensuring we were comfortable, informed, and engaged turned what could have been a simple sightseeing trip into a personal journey into the world of these magnificent creatures.

As we watched the whales breach and play, my niece's excitement was palpable. She clutched my hand, eyes wide with excitement and wonder, and I knew that this was a moment she would never forget. The intimacy of the small group setting allowed us to fully immerse ourselves in the experience without the distractions that larger tours might present.

Our return to shore was bittersweet, as all good things must come to an end, but we left with hearts full of joy and a camera full of memories.