I have been on two whale watches while vacationing in Provincetown. My two whale-watch excursions were with the Portuguese Princess Whale Watch Company. Neither time was I was disappointed. In fact, I was elated with both tours (in October 1996 and September 2001). This whale-watch…Read More

I have been on two whale watches while vacationing in Provincetown. My two whale-watch excursions were with the Portuguese Princess Whale Watch Company. Neither time was I was disappointed. In fact, I was elated with both tours (in October 1996 and September 2001).

This whale-watch excursion was three hours long. The tickets were moderate in price—I think we paid under $20 then (now they are $26 for adults, $22 for children 5-12, and children four and under are free with a paid adult fare). These tours run from May to October.

We boarded a boat that was very comfortable. And it was fast, modern, and well-maintained. The captain took us out six miles north of P-town, at the tip of Cape Cod. This water is called Stellwagen Bank. The whales frequent here due to the rich food supply present here (this is due to other fish feeding here). Although you can possibly view a variety of whales here, such as the humpback, Minke and the Fin whales, you will see more Humpbacks. The humpback was the whale species we saw the most of.

We witnessed many delightful sights, on this tour. One, whales were so close to the boat that they looked like they were going to flop onto it. Two, whales jumped up out of the water (they breached). Three, mother whales with their babies (calves) swimming together. Lastly, some whales were swimming in pods.

In addition to us sighting the whales, we had a narration on this tour. And naturalists on board answered any questions anyone had about the whales. Also, on this tour you can purchase beverages, both non-alcoholic and alcoholic. And you can buy food too. Therefore, this excursion offers a lot to you.

I highly recommend this company for your whale watching excursion because of the aforementioned and the captain and his crew’s dedication to you in having a safe and pleasurable trip.

This town is a fishing town. The center of town is bustling all day, especially in the summer. There are lots and lots of shops and restaurants. There are clothes stores, souvenirs stores, art galleries, a drug store, grocery store, hardware store, ice…Read More

This town is a fishing town. The center of town is bustling all day, especially in the summer. There are lots and lots of shops and restaurants. There are clothes stores, souvenirs stores, art galleries, a drug store, grocery store, hardware store, ice cream stores, and too many more to list. The locals are friendly and fascinating to watch.

There is a town pier that has all the whale watch boats on it. If you come here, you must take a whale watch. It is usually about two hours long and you will see lots of whales.

At the end of the pier are the fishing boats and the fish house. At the end of the day, you can watch the boats unload their catch of the day.

There are also places on the other side of town that you can rent kayaks, jet skis, and bikes. There is just so much to do.

I just returned from Provincetown and the Crowne Pointe Inn & Spa. We just relaxed in the spa and by the pool the whole weekend. The Inn is steps away from shopping and fine dining. It's a must for any Cape Cod…Read More

I just returned from Provincetown and the Crowne Pointe Inn & Spa. We just relaxed in the spa and by the pool the whole weekend. The Inn is steps away from shopping and fine dining. It's a must for any Cape Cod visitor.Close

We went whaling for $10 a day and went twice. We saw lots of whales and learned a lot about the sea, environment, and whales. I took lots of great pictures. We went way out into the ocean off Maine and saw lots of birds.…Read More

We went whaling for $10 a day and went twice. We saw lots of whales and learned a lot about the sea, environment, and whales. I took lots of great pictures. We went way out into the ocean off Maine and saw lots of birds. It was awesome.Close

We love to hang out on the deck, watching the boats gently bobbing in the harbor, as the sun sets to a slow rythm. The End.…Read More

We love to hang out on the deck, watching the boats gently bobbing in the harbor, as the sun sets to a slow rythm. The End.Close

I walked off of the ferry during one of the busiest days of the summer, where one could barely walk down the streets. I was tired, hungry, and irritable with lines out of the door of every restaurant I passed.As I crept up the east…Read More

I walked off of the ferry during one of the busiest days of the summer, where one could barely walk down the streets. I was tired, hungry, and irritable with lines out of the door of every restaurant I passed.

As I crept up the east end of town I found this cute little restaurant tucked up an alley way. Its name is Karoo Kafe, it was an unexpected treat, not only because their line was under control. They serve South African food, which to my surprise has a complex taste with a smooth finish.

That night I chose to eat the Cape Malay Stew, a beautiful array of vegetables mixed with chicken seasoned in a delicate curry coconut broth served over rice. And you know that kept me coming back for more, and one was not better than the other. It was a very unique surprising experience. I highly recommend this to everyone.

They do have a website www.karookafe.com, it is where I go to get my homemade Karoo sauces!Close