MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica (May 4, 2006) – Chukka Caribbean Adventures in partnership with Stingray City Jamaica announced the opening of Jamaica’s newest attraction. Located on the island’s famous James Bond Beach in Oracabessa, just ten miles from Ocho Rios, Stingray City Jamaica will welcome its first visitors on May 8, 2006.

Four groups a day will have an opportunity to meet the twenty-seven rays that call this beautiful peninsula home, and experienced guides will work individually with each guest to ensure an up close encounter. Animal lovers 6 years and up will be able to interact with these splendid marine creatures and touch their silky wings; while complimentary snorkeling gear will afford a clear view of their underwater passage. Guests will learn to feed the rays, do the “Stingray Shuffle” and can strike a pose with their favorite ray for a photo-op.

The Bar & Grill on the beach overlooks the crystal Caribbean Sea and guests will enjoy complimentary refreshment as they kick back and relax after their stingray encounter taking in the scenery that inspired Ian Fleming when he wrote his legendary James Bond novels.

“We have been interested in expanding our portfolio of water-based tours in Jamaica, but were also looking for a compatible partner.

We found that partner in Stingray City Jamaica,” says Marc Melville, co-managing director of Chukka Caribbean Adventures, “interacting with rays, in a safe environment with our experienced handlers makes this an ideal soft-adventure experience that families can enjoy together. Chukka is especially pleased to be a part of an attraction, like our original Horseback Ride ‘N Swim launched in 1983, which promotes Jamaica positively and has the potential to become an enduring favorite for all ages.