"When the baby [humpback whale] looked straight into my eyes it felt almost like I was looking at a god. You have a sudden realisation of the immensity of these creatures seeing their wild beauty; it's almost like there's something sacred about them."
"In recent years, French Polynesia and Tonga have become increasingly popular destinations for whale swim tourism, which generates over $2bn in revenue annually. However, this surge in tourism raises concerns about the potential harm to the animals, as they can be relentlessly pestered throughout the day."
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