Delphinus Dreams Cancun

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Dreaming of Dolphins – at Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa and Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa

Here at Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa and Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa, we have something that most all inclusive resorts don’t have on property – dolphins! There is something about these awesome sea creatures that we just can’t get enough of. They’re sweet (and sassy at times), smart and sensitive – some of the best qualities that mammals can have. Since our dolphins are a huge hit with our guests, we decided to interview two dolphin trainers at Dreams Cancun & Dreams Puerto Aventuras. They gave us the inside scoop on what their jobs are like!

Sandra from Delphinus Dreams Cancun at Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa!

Sandra from Delphinus Dreams Cancun at Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa!

Our featured dolphin trainer from Delphinus Dreams Cancun is Sandra Guerra Molina, a Cancun native. Sandra has been with us for the last 8 years, and she has been such a pleasure to have on board. At Dolphin Dreams in Dreams Puerto Aventuras, we chose to feature Leila Zukkour Perez from Mexico City. Leila has been at Dreams Puerto Aventuras for only 2 months, but she has been with Dolphin Dreams for the past 4 years. We asked Sandra and Leila some questions, and here is what they had to say:

Dreams: Why did you want to be a dolphin trainer?

Sandra: I love animals (especially dolphins) and I’ve always wanted to work with them and take care of them.

Leila: I love the opportunity to interact with dolphins and observe/change their behaviors.

Dreams: What is your favorite part about your position and why?

Sandra: My favorite part of my job is learning everything that there is to know about dolphins, including their natural behaviors. I also love to teach our guests about them and watch them swim together, especially with kids. I’ve shared so many special moments training dolphins, and I’ve witnessed so many of them with our guests!

Leila: My favorite part of the job is that I get to not only work with the dolphins, but also with the other trainers, photographers, and the resort staff. We are a big, happy family!

Dreams: Who is your favorite dolphin that you work with, and why?

Sandra: My favorite dolphin is Waay. He is so smart, active, and he challenges me every day.

Leila: My favorite dolphins are Aitana and Carelo, because they were the first 2 baby dolphins that I had the opportunity to train.

Dreams: Tell me one fun fact about dolphins that we may not already know.

Sandra: Dolphins produce more than 3,000 different sounds through their blow-holes! Also, they form close bonds and relationships with each other (just like us)!

Leila: Dolphins are very considerate of each other when it comes to different behaviors. For example, when dolphins are doing a foot-push together (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKyoBTMnvSU), they wait for each other to make sure that one is not left behind!

Dreams: Tell me about your best memory you’ve had working for your dolphinarium.

Sandra: I formed such a strong bond with one of the dolphins that I was training, that she became very attached to me at one point, and it felt really special for me. Also, my favorite memories are teaching little kids about the dolphins and watching them swim together – its always so cute to watch!

Leila: There was an 8-year old guest that visited once that had an allergy to salt water, but he had dreamed of swimming with the dolphins since he could remember. We made a special program just for him so that he could be in a kayak and still be able to have similar interactions with the dolphins, as if he were swimming in the water with them. It made me so happy to see this child happy!

Dreams: Why would you recommend that guests have the dolphin experience when they visit Dreams Cancun or Dreams Puerto Aventuras?

Sandra: Guests should do Delphinus when they visit, because they will learn all about these incredible mammals. They will learn awareness about protecting animals and the ecosystem as well, which I think is very important. There aren’t many places where you can actually swim with dolphins – so here’s your perfect opportunity to do so!

Leila: Not all of the hotels have a dolphinarium outside of it, where you can look outside of your room’s balcony and see these awesome creatures interact in the water. Also, you can do other things with dolphins other than just swimming, such as kayaking.

Our featured trainer, Leila, from Dolphin Dreams at Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa!

Our featured trainer, Leila, from Dolphin Dreams at Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa!

Visit the Dreams Cancun and Dreams Puerto Aventuras dolphin experience pages to learn more about the dolphinariums!

Dolphin Experience at Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa

Dolphin Experience at Dreams Puerto Aventuras Resort & Spa (Don’t forget about our Free Fall, Free Swim promotion – it ends August 31st!)

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Swim with the Dolphins Experience at Dreams Cancun

Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa isn’t your ordinary resort. Sure, it has gorgeous beaches, awesome swimming pools and delicious restaurants, but it also has something very unique: Delphinus Dreams Cancun located right on property. And for a limited time we’re rewarding guests who book a Dolphin View or Dolphin Front room with 30% off a Swim with the Dolphins experience!

Wondering what exactly this experience is like? Here’s a little bit more about it:

Delphinus Dreams Cancun gives our guests the opportunity to swim with dolphins and play with them in our sea water lagoon. The entire Delphinus experience includes a brief orientation and 45 minutes of swimming. Dolphin Experiences take place four times a day at 9 am, 10:30 am, noon and 1:30 pm.

Adults and children at least 3’6” tall may swim alone with the dolphins. Smaller children may also participate if accompanied by an adult. Lifejackets are provided and swimming ability is not necessary. Expert trainers guide your experience and assure the safety of you and the dolphins.

Our dolphins are kind and gentle and love visitors! Swimming with them is truly an experience you and your family will never forget. Be sure to book your stay today so you don’t miss out!

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Five Things To-Do When You Visit the Riviera Maya

As most of you know, there are four Dreams Resorts & Spas located in the beautiful Riviera Maya and Cancun region. The Riviera Maya is located on the northeast coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo and boasts absolutely amazing beaches and exciting entertainment. If you’re visiting us soon at Dreams Resorts & Spas, here are five things to-do on your vacation!

  1. Delphinus Dreams Cancun – Take part in the incredible opportunity to swim with the dolphins in a natural environment surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Mexican Caribbean. Dolphin experiences take place four times a day at Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa. It’s something your family won’t want to miss!  
  2. Selvatica – Rated as the #1 Tourist Attraction in Mexico, Selvatica is an extreme canopy adventure with 12 of the longest and fastest zip lines in North America. Feel a sense of accomplishment as you zip through the tree tops and take in the beauty of the surrounding area.  Once the tour is finished, cool off with a refreshing dip in a natural cenote on property, then finish the day off with a traditional Mexican lunch. 
  3. Xcaret – Spend a day of amazement interacting with Mexican culture at Xcaret, one of the most spectacular ecological theme parks in the world. Leisurely stroll the 200 acre park and visit the beautiful wildlife displays, swim in the underground river or enjoy the phenomenal shows and entertainment.
  4. Playa del Carmen – Stroll along “La Quinta Avenida” of Playa del Carmen, which is filled with numerous shops, cafes and restaurants. You can shop for everything from crafts to expensive silver, interesting art, rum and the even the latest clothing trends from Europe. There are also a number of bars along 5th Ave making it a great place to grab drinks with friends or go dancing after the sun goes down.
  5. Xel-Ha – Snorkel in the largest natural aquarium in the world.  Experience the rich underwater life and luscious jungle surroundings, while taking part in numerous attractions and activities at Xel-Ha. With so much to choose from, there’s sure to be something for everyone in the family!

To take part in any of these activities during your stay with us, simply stop by our activities and our team will be happy to help you arrange these adventures!

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Jorge & Alexa Narvaez Swim with the Dolphins

Recently, YouTube sensations, Jorge & Alexa Narvaez, visited Now Jade Riviera Cancun for some fun in the sun as a family. One of the main highlights of their stay in Mexico was visiting Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa to swim with the dolphins at Delphinus Dreams Cancun.

Here’s a great video capturing their unforgettable experience. Can’t you just tell that six-year old Alexa loved every minute? 

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Delphinus Dreams Cancun

Are you wondering what makes Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa so special? There are many different reasons, such as the fact that our resort is located in the heart of the beautiful Cancun beach area (which was recently named the #20 Beach in the World by TripAdvisor) and that our guests experience Unlimited-Luxury® from the moment they step on our property. However, one of the unique attributes that makes Dreams Cancun a memorable family destination is Delphinus Dreams Cancun, which is located right on our property.

Delphinus Dreams Cancun offers our guests the incredible opportunity to swim with dolphins in a natural environment surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Mexican Caribbean. Each day a limited number of guests may actually swim and play with live dolphins in our sea water lagoon.

The Delphinus experience includes a brief orientation and 45 minutes of swimming, longer than any other swim with the dolphins experience, for $159 per person. Adults and children at least 3’6” tall may swim alone with the dolphins. Smaller children may participate if accompanied at all times by a paying adult. Lifejackets are provided and swimming ability is not necessary. Expert trainers guide your experience and assure the safety of you and the dolphins.

Dolphin Experiences take place four times each day at 9 am, 10:30 am, noon and 1:30 pm. Whether you partake or just watch, this experience is simply fascinating and something your family won’t want to miss!

Here are a few photos of a group who recently participated in our Delphinus Dolphin Experience.