On Friday December 4th Dolphin Discovery Cayman completed the acquisition of Dolphin Cove Cayman, a beautiful dolphinarium that began operations in 2008 which is visited by locals and tourist, wishing to have the unique experience of swimming with dolphins. In addition to the dolphin interactive program Dolphin Cove also offers a “Nature Trail”, which is a tour that guest can see and learn about exotic tropical birds including macaws, cockatoos and parakeets, as well as visit the world famous “Stingray City,” in boats that conveniently depart from their private dock at Dolphin Cove.

“We are really proud to add Dolphin Cove Cayman, as a part of offing which will allow us consolidate our service in one of the most beautiful and visited places in the Caribbean: The Cayman Islands”, said Eduardo Albor, Dolphin Discovery President and CEO.

Dolphin Discovery has taken over operational responsibilities as of Saturday Dec 5th and will be reviewing the operation over the next few weeks. Dolphin Cove does not expect layoffs of any local employees due to the ownership change.

Meanwhile Stafford Burrowes, Dolphin Cove Cayman Founder commented: “Dolphin Cove started operations in Ocho Rios Jamaica in 2001, and we started in Cayman in 2008 because we knew that this destination had great potential in the tourism sector and that the dolphinarium would be a key attraction for their visitors. Last month, we sold a majority stake of Dolphin Cove Jamaica to Dolphin Discovery and we then took the decision to sell, Dolphin Cove Cayman, to Dolphin Discovery Cayman. This acquisition will allow consolidation of this dolphinarium as part of the leading company in swimming with dolphins programs worldwide.”

See related iNews Cayman story published November 19 2015 “Dolphin Cove merges with Mexican Company” at: http://www.ieyenews.com/wordpress/dolphin-cove-merges-with-mexican-company/