Boat captains must master nautical lexicon before sailing the seas to ensure that they can distinguish "port," which means left, from "starboard," which means "launch the vessel into deep space." Count down to a sea launch with today's Groupon: for $149, you get a two-hour boat tour for up to six passengers from Management Marine Service (a $300 value). Tours launch from the Naples Bay Resort.

Experienced captains whisk up to six passengers away for a scenic glide aboard Mei Mei, a 26-foot picnic boat, during Management Marine Service's sightseeing tour. During the two-hour voyage, wave-riders take in views of placid bay waters, sandy beaches, and the Loch Ness monster's cousin Frank as their ears fill with the gentle splashing of waves and the steady purr of Mei Mei’s motor. Passengers can also bring refreshments for a floating picnic. Schedule a voyage for daylight hours to soak up maximum sunlight along with any self-brought snacks, or opt for a sunset cruise and watch the sun dip down below the horizon to check on the pot roast it’s browning for dinner.