we went to this resort being skeptical due to previous reviews...after a week spent there, I must say that we had a really good time:
- service was really good, staff is friendly and helpful
- buffet food was average but ok with a lot of choice. We did not feel like trying either of both restaurants
- the beach was great with plenty of space
- the pool was big enough for everyone
- all non-motors activities are free: snorkeling, kayak and windsurfing and so make your day
- lots of great activities organised: volley ball, trapeze, evening shows (very good considering the staffs were not professional actors!)
- never really waited at the bar. Never tipped either and that was fine.
- do recomment the pizza shop close to the disco...
- do recommend to rent a car to do both excursions (nature and city sightseeing): would save a great deal of money!
- better if the room is located in building B. We were in C and the room was average but ok.

Overall, we spent $950/person for a 7days/6night all included (from NYC & w/ transfer but no extra activities) and that was a well spent choice.

I had so much fun I don't even no where to begin. The food was delicious. I gained weight because I did not discipline myself at an all-you-can-eat buffet. There was vegetarian ciusine, bahamian cuisine, and American food. I can't believe people would say the food is just 'alright' (What?!) The shows after dinner was definitely entertaining. Although the "Mix" show was a sight to see. Watching Latinos dancing to gospel music was hilarious. I did all of the activities on the resort except for scuba diving and archery. I will save those for the next time. We spent 2 days on the resort because it is just that much to do. I have never snorkeled or jet ski before (ohmagosh). After I figured out how to turn left and right, the jet ski was one of the best. The trapeze was totally awesome. Billy, Angel, ChoChu (whatever his name is), and Renee were fun and helpful. Shot outs to Sawyer and KJ (Ow!). The staff were cordial. Even the guests were friendly probably because people came from different parts of the world. This place is fabulous. I can't wait until next year!

I had such a great time I don't even know where to start! So, I had been searching for a great place to stay at a reasonable price and I remembered a friend of mine visiting the Bahamas. I also didn't want to worry about spending money on food or activities so an all-
inclusive hotel was my best option. I called up a travel agent and had Viva booked. I read the reviews for Viva and must admit I was a little hesitant about going but I thought what the heck, have an open mind. My friend and I took the cruise over to the island, which was a great ride as the food an entertainment was pretty good. When I got to the island I loved it. We got a taxi to the hotel without any issues, and the more people the taxis have to take the less you pay.

At the hotel check-in was smooth and we were able to go to our rooms right away. Of course after reading the reviews I asked to stay in the C building. But from what I saw I would recommend staying in B or C, A didn't look so great. Now the room was great and the bathroom was clean, which is the most important thing to me. We had a garden view and I loved sitting on the balcony just looking at the garden, it was just so relaxing. The only problem I had with the room was the fact that I couldn't get the shower to work that first night and having the water cut off in the middle of a shower, as well as having to take two mornings of cold showers because there was no hot water.

Now the food, was just amazing. I wasn't a fan of breakfast but the smoothies were decent. Lunch was always good, so was dinner. However, my favorite dinner experience was at the Italian Restaurant; that is a must try experience. The activities were great especially the trapezee; now you may scream your head off the first time you try the trapezee but after the 6th and 7th attempts you'll be doing tricks like a pro. Snorkeling was fun, so was sailing. I got to learn salsa and do some aerobics, play tennis and learning how to use a bow and arrow. The beach was gorgeous and it was never a hardship finding a spot on the beach. If you were ever hungry there was the Snack Bar and if it was late at night the Pizza spot was open; l absolutely loved the pizza.

One of the things I really enjoyed was the staff and the other guests. Everyone was exteremly friendly and polite. The staff made it a point to make sure you were enjoying yourself and that you were involved in all the activities. The other guests were courteous and didn't hesitate in being helpful themselves.

So, besides my terrible bathroom encounters, my 5 day 4 night stay was great. I know for a fact that I will be visiting Viva Wyndham again. Just one more thing, keep an open mind and you will be alright.

Whenwe started planning for our honeymoon, we knew we wanted to go to the bahamas. We picked Freeport because it was not the "normal" tourist spot and we didn't want to be sourronded by tons of people, we wanted quiet. The hotel was very quaint. Almost everyone there was on a honeymoon so people kept to themselves and did couple things. The staff was very nice and they there best to keep people excited and entertained durring the on and off rain showers. After the rain had gone it was very beautiful, white sandy beach and blue water. The hotel offered all the "vacation" things you would want like scuba, anorkling, jet ski to name a few. Transportation to anywhere on the island was easy to come by and advice on where to go and what to do was freely given. We had a wonderful time there...regardless of what others may say a trip is what you make it, just because you read a bad review doesn't mean that your experience will be bad.

Ours was wonderful.