by Priscilla (wishing I was in Costa Rica) ~.
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January 10, 2006

Beautiful Bahamas!

December 19, 2008 10:24 PM EST
views: 4331 | rating: 9.7/10 (37 votes) | comments: 60

I had a wonderful time in Grand Bahamas. We were at Freeport, and stayed at Viva Wyndham Resort. It is an all-inclusive resort. I recommend an all-inclusive place if you truly want to relax & not worry about anything.

On the other hand, an all-inclusive resort is not going to show you how the people of the country/island live. So it is a bit deceptive.

Here is a sampling of some of the pictures I took while there~

 

 

 

 

 

Viva Wyndham Resort~

The entire entrance of the Viva Wyndham

Decorations at the entrance to the lobby~

The lobby. They gave you a Bahama Mama as you were checking in - virgin or not.

The huge tree in the lobby~

 

 

 

 

 

A picture of my room & one of my virgin drinks~

Me in my room~

Palms were everywhere - I loved them!

Bougainvilla I believe.

The Caribbean Ocean! I did walk in it - all along the shore for a nice walk by myself while my traveler was taking a nap.

The swimming pool. It was a bit too chilly to go swimming while we were there. I never even got to have my swimsuit on. They had a hot-tub as well.

All these bikes were available for anyone that wanted to go for a bike ride!

Dance lessons were offered everyday. I think this day was salsa lessons.

The bar - free drinks ALL the time. I stuck with virgin drinks~

Inside the bar/lounge area - plenty of places to relax. The had pool & foosball way down at the end to the right.

Outside of the bar/lounge area. Can you see the life size chess game on the ground there? They also has ping-pong nearby

The ocean from aboard the Discovery ship we took from Florida to Grand Bahamas

The Bahamas was my favorite part of the entire trip. While my traveler was napping or sleeping (she went to bed early), I was able to have some time to myself. I really cherished that time as working so much does tire a person out.

For those that don't know. I work for a company that takes adults with developmental disabilities on vacations. I was a 1to1 on this trip. I took care of 1 lady & she was my responsibility.

I got another stamp in my passport now too!

I'll have some more photos I will be sharing & essays as well~
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Comments: 60

j - Frugal Mom - r. Dec 19, 2008, 10:29pm EST
Chilly in the Bahamas?

It looks like a wonderful place Priscilla. Were there many people there, or did you have it all to yourself?
Donald M. Dec 19, 2008, 10:31pm EST
dID YOU have a good time Priscilla. Now that is a job. Vacation all the time and getting paid for it.
Priscilla (wishing I was in Costa Rica) ~. Dec 19, 2008, 10:31pm EST
There were not many people there.
It was cloudy a lot & for sure the pool was too chilly to swim, the ocean was mild.
Priscilla (wishing I was in Costa Rica) ~. Dec 19, 2008, 10:31pm EST
I did have a good time, and a lot of great food too!
JoAnn C. Dec 19, 2008, 10:32pm EST
great pictures. glad you had a good time.

I'm heading home tomorrow for Christmas. I don't know how much time I'll get online. I'll talk to you when I get back.
Marianne R. Dec 19, 2008, 10:37pm EST
Looks like a great trip. You have some nice photos here. Is that the lady you were caring for in the bed in the photo of you?
Carol V. Dec 19, 2008, 10:40pm EST
Welcome back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad that you had a great time!!!!!!!!
Bridget ♥ Dec 19, 2008, 10:46pm EST
I'm so jealous that you didn't take me with you!
Priscilla (wishing I was in Costa Rica) ~. Dec 19, 2008, 10:48pm EST
yes, that was her. She went for a nap as soon as we checked in.
Leah Christensen Dec 19, 2008, 10:52pm EST
Oh, what a fun vacation!!!!! I want to go to that resort.
Nurse Nancy S. Dec 19, 2008, 10:52pm EST
Beautiful photos, Priscilla! Isn't the water magnificent? It will be 20 feet deep and it is so clear, it looks like you can reach in and pick up the shells. Thanks for sharing your trip with us!
Elaine A. Dec 19, 2008, 10:55pm EST
Beautiful photo's Priscilla. It sounds like you did a great job!
I love the lobby's Christmas tree.
Gene P. Dec 19, 2008, 10:56pm EST
Looks nice
Shaunee C. Dec 19, 2008, 10:56pm EST
Wonderful photos looks like a lot of fun.
Heather M. Dec 19, 2008, 10:57pm EST
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Mary Bee Dec 19, 2008, 11:02pm EST
How fun! Thank you...so cold here. You are lucky
Connie C. Dec 19, 2008, 11:32pm EST
Oh My Gosh!!! I am so jealous! That is beautiful!

My aunt took my Mom to the Bahamas a few years ago. I will never be able to go there. I am glad you were able to. Looks so relaxing.
Sounds like you had a lot of fun!!
Sandy (back in Ohio...blah!) Dec 20, 2008, 12:01am EST
It looks like you had a wonderful trip. I have always wanted to travel there. I heard it is beautiful. Your pictures just make me want to visit even more. they are fantastic.
Janet "Jax" B. Dec 20, 2008, 12:26am EST
Sounds like a wonderful trip Priscilla....I'm slightly jealous.
Shannon W Dec 20, 2008, 1:22am EST
It looks like a really beautiful place
☀ Aunt Shanny Dec 20, 2008, 9:10am EST
Sounds like a fulfilling job, P.

And I love seeing how the natives live and eating the truly authentic regional cuisines.
Lucky Stars Dec 20, 2008, 9:19am EST
Looks like a nice trip Priscilla.
You must love your job!
I've been to the Bahamas and yes, it can be chilly in the winter. (It's all relative.) :-)
Beth - Doing God's work Daily J. Dec 20, 2008, 10:15am EST
It looks like you had a wonderful trip.
Katrina Hall Dec 20, 2008, 3:29pm EST
What a lovely change of scene for you !
Heather ~of the Whippets~ M. Dec 20, 2008, 7:11pm EST
It looks like it was a great trip.
Heather ~of the Whippets~ M. Dec 20, 2008, 7:11pm EST
It definitely beats the weather that the Northeast was having while you were there. Of course, you got back just in time for some more fun weather. :-)
Beth G. Dec 20, 2008, 7:47pm EST
Wow what a great job you have! And these pictures look like you enjoyed your working vacation too. Thanks for sharing Priscilla!
Monica H. Dec 20, 2008, 10:17pm EST
All I can say is that I WANT YOUR JOB.
Erica M. Dec 21, 2008, 1:00pm EST
Wonderful!
Valerie Roars Dec 22, 2008, 8:21am EST
great pics - looks like a lot of fun! :)
Mary Standard Dec 22, 2008, 8:54am EST
Sounds like such an exciting job...I know it would be a lot of work but fun!!! =0)
necee t. Dec 23, 2008, 1:10am EST
ooh Priscilla... what beautiful photos... i'm glad you had such a good time...
God bless you...

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ANYONE can be a volunteer for my company!
That means you would be able to go on a trip for free. You would not be paid anything, and you would have to take care of a few people, but it would be free!
DiAnA D. Dec 23, 2008, 2:24pm EST
welcome home and looks like it was a wonderful trip and now your recharged to face winter!!
Toni V. Dec 23, 2008, 3:34pm EST
Wow! You took some great shots, Priscilla.
Janet Somewhere Up On The Mount Dec 24, 2008, 6:15am EST
Cool, TY for sharing.
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Kelly M. Dec 24, 2008, 9:20am EST
Thanks for paying it forward to me! Merry Christmas!
Sue D. Dec 24, 2008, 1:01pm EST
Looks like a wonderful trip. Merry Christmas!
Danielle P. Dec 25, 2008, 7:27am EST
What a beautiful place!! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!
kendra s. Dec 26, 2008, 9:36am EST
take me away!
Amy C. Dec 26, 2008, 2:13pm EST
looks like a very nice place!
Nora Davenport Dec 26, 2008, 2:17pm EST
Wow, what a fabulous vacation! I just LOVE the Bahamas....the water is sooo beautifully clear, it's incredible! We went on a cruise years ago to the Bahamas...would love to go again! Your photos are beautiful!!!
Leigh 3. Dec 26, 2008, 5:59pm EST
Looks great! Sounds like a nice job too.
Mary M. Dec 26, 2008, 9:50pm EST
Just gorgeous! Glad you had a nice trip.
Elaine M. Dec 27, 2008, 9:16am EST
I spent a week on Grand Bahama for my honeymoon 10 years ago. You did better than we did, tho--we rented a condo off the internet that turned out to be a real dump, lol. Had lots of adventures though, and fun memories of course.
Glad you had a good time!
Kelly M. Dec 27, 2008, 2:06pm EST
Looks like a wonerful trip!
arlene (no shame in my game) w. Dec 27, 2008, 4:06pm EST
How do you get a job like that? Sounds great!
Tiffany G. Dec 28, 2008, 12:41am EST
Now that looks like fun! I like that butterfly tat on your arm.. Is that new??
Sandi S. Dec 28, 2008, 7:47am EST
Ah...

::kicks off shoes::

::relaxes::

::sips fruity coconut drink and gazes out at the ocean waves hitting the shore::
strongthrufight E. Dec 28, 2008, 8:01am EST
lovely place, what a nice organization, my older sis won first prize at a Salsa dance off there
Sarah (I want points) Dec 31, 2008, 3:13pm EST
You are making me so jealous! We hope to go on a cruise in May!

Thanks for your comments on my work. I'm just now starting to return comments from the Holidays. Please be patient, as it may take me a while.
Sammie B. Jan 3, 2009, 12:10am EST
Wow, sure does look nice! Now I want to go, too. xD Wish I could afford it...lol.
Kimber L. Jan 13, 2009, 8:27am EST
Looks like you had a fun time
Dena Straughn Jan 13, 2009, 5:36pm EST
I think part of the fun of traveling is exploring the culture . . . still, the all inclusive sure looks relaxing.
Victoria H. Jan 13, 2009, 7:38pm EST
Thanks so much for posting this to my group All Photo Essays Here !!
Dena A. Jan 21, 2009, 8:37pm EST
Wonderful sites .. full of such beauty. Looks like a nice place.

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