NEW DOLPHIN COVE FOR WESTERN JAMAICA - JAMAICA TOURIST ISSUE 15
Dolphin Cove is expanding to the west and will be opening its brand new marine attraction, Dolphin Cove Negril, by the end of August, 2010. A short drive from Negril and the Montego Bay cruise ship pier, Dolphin Cove Negril is located within easy reach for the majority of north coast visitors. Three times the size of Dolphin Cove’s popular marine attraction in Ocho Rios, Dolphin Cove Negril promises to surpass customers’ expectations, creating fun for the whole family. Initially home to 8 bottlenose dolphins, the number of mammals will increase to around 20 over time.
The first phase of Dolphin Cove Negril will replicate the fantastic offerings of Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios, the largest marine park in the Caribbean, which has received the “2009-2010 Number 1 Attraction of the Year Award in Customer Service and Guest Satisfaction” from The Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association.
With popular ‘touch’, ‘encounter’ and ‘swim with the dolphins’ packages, visitors get the opportunity to swim with dolphins and sharks as well as the chance to pet, hold and snorkel with stingrays. Patrons can explore the coastline’s secret waterfalls which meander into the crystal clear Caribbean Sea by mini boat or kayak, or simply enjoy sunbathing on the pearly white sand beach.
Elevating the marine attraction to yet another level, phase two of Dolphin Cove Negril is set to open late October. Says owner Stafford Burrowes, who has invested over US$6M in the new facility, “It will be more than a marine attraction, it will be a once in a lifetime experience.” A perfect place to spend the day, visitors will be able to enjoy a beautiful white sand beach, water slides, a lazy river, and mangrove tours while camels and crocodiles will complete the picture of the tropical adventure park.
Within walking distance from the Grand Palladium Hotel, Dolphin Cove Negril is a welcomed entertainment addition to the western side of the island. States Burrowes, “Studies have shown that for each person from Montego Bay visiting an Ocho Rios attraction, the attraction has five visitors from Ocho Rios.” Concluding that attractions draw the majority of it’s patrons from nearby resort areas, the innovative Burrowes decided to create another major adventure on the western side of the island.
Burrowes has also established a partnership with renowned psychologist Dr. Nathanson, who for many years has helped people with disabilities reach their full potential. Dr. Nathanson, who runs a practice offering Dolphin Human Therapy, currently works with Dolphin Cove in the Cayman Islands and will add another fantastic service to Dolphin Cove in Jamaica.
Not only does Dolphin Cove heavily invest in the island, it also offers solid job opportunities. “Currently we employ over 260 people at our Ocho Rios facility,” states Burrows and adds, “Our second attraction will eventually give jobs to around 200 people.” You have to be able to swim to work at Dolphin Cove. However, lessons are offered for the right persons.
Find out more about specials by calling 974-5335 or visit www.dolphincovejamaica.com.
The first phase of Dolphin Cove Negril will replicate the fantastic offerings of Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios, the largest marine park in the Caribbean, which has received the “2009-2010 Number 1 Attraction of the Year Award in Customer Service and Guest Satisfaction” from The Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association.
With popular ‘touch’, ‘encounter’ and ‘swim with the dolphins’ packages, visitors get the opportunity to swim with dolphins and sharks as well as the chance to pet, hold and snorkel with stingrays. Patrons can explore the coastline’s secret waterfalls which meander into the crystal clear Caribbean Sea by mini boat or kayak, or simply enjoy sunbathing on the pearly white sand beach.
Elevating the marine attraction to yet another level, phase two of Dolphin Cove Negril is set to open late October. Says owner Stafford Burrowes, who has invested over US$6M in the new facility, “It will be more than a marine attraction, it will be a once in a lifetime experience.” A perfect place to spend the day, visitors will be able to enjoy a beautiful white sand beach, water slides, a lazy river, and mangrove tours while camels and crocodiles will complete the picture of the tropical adventure park.
Within walking distance from the Grand Palladium Hotel, Dolphin Cove Negril is a welcomed entertainment addition to the western side of the island. States Burrowes, “Studies have shown that for each person from Montego Bay visiting an Ocho Rios attraction, the attraction has five visitors from Ocho Rios.” Concluding that attractions draw the majority of it’s patrons from nearby resort areas, the innovative Burrowes decided to create another major adventure on the western side of the island.
Burrowes has also established a partnership with renowned psychologist Dr. Nathanson, who for many years has helped people with disabilities reach their full potential. Dr. Nathanson, who runs a practice offering Dolphin Human Therapy, currently works with Dolphin Cove in the Cayman Islands and will add another fantastic service to Dolphin Cove in Jamaica.
Not only does Dolphin Cove heavily invest in the island, it also offers solid job opportunities. “Currently we employ over 260 people at our Ocho Rios facility,” states Burrows and adds, “Our second attraction will eventually give jobs to around 200 people.” You have to be able to swim to work at Dolphin Cove. However, lessons are offered for the right persons.
Find out more about specials by calling 974-5335 or visit www.dolphincovejamaica.com.
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