whale - n. an often very large mammal that lives in the ocean
on board – expression. carried on a vehicle or on a boat, in this case
sparked – v. to cause to start or happen
fishermen – n. men who catch fish
spokeswoman – n. a woman who speaks for or represents someone or something
cruiser – n. a boat that has room to live on and that is used for pleasure
tourists – n. people who travel to a place for pleasure