Ever been up close and personal with a 50-foot, 40-ton whale? Once you have, it's an experience you won't soon forget.
That experience can be yours to behold in Massachusetts, one of the top-ten whale-watching spots in the world, according to the World Wildlife Fund. On a real New England whale-watching expedition, you'll head out roughly 25 miles off the coasts of the Boston, Cape Cod and Islands or North Shore areas and be treated to awe-inspiring sights of humpback, pilot and blue whales breaching and spouting through the deep blue Atlantic Ocean.
But seeing is believing when it comes to whale watching. And since whale watch charters typically run from April to October, you'll want to make your reservations soon.
North of Boston, Cape Ann Whale Watch and Newburyport Whale Watch are sure bets...In Boston, don't miss Whale Watch of Boston and the New England Aquarium Whale Watch...In the Cape and Islands region, check out Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruisers and Sheerwater Excursions.
May 23, 2008 Over 100 works by 70 Massachusetts artists who preserve deeply rooted traditions.
May 24, 2008 Amateurs and professionals compete for the coveted prize.
May 15, 2008 Visit Lowell's historic buildings and studios linked by theme. Through May 18.
May 9, 2008 Wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres from Harwich's finest restaurants and exhibits by local artists.

