Where Fitness Meets Fun: A Sports-Lover’s Paradise
MIAMI – March 4, 2025 – Sports have always been an integral part of Viva Resorts by Wyndham’s DNA, with recreational activities among the mainstays of its guest offerings. Across its nine resorts in the Bahamas, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic—including the recently opened Viva Miches —guests can enjoy a diverse range of water and land sports designed to suit all skill levels. From beach volleyball and tennis to kayaking and paddleboarding along pristine coastlines, each resort provides opportunities to stay active while embracing the beauty of the Caribbean. Viva Miches enhances this experience with a modern fitness center, yoga sessions, and guided nature excursions, offering the perfect balance between high-energy fun and mindful relaxation. Whether seeking adventure or a tranquil retreat, Viva Resorts by Wyndham ensures an unforgettable active getaway in paradise.
An All-Inclusive Sports and Wellness Experience
Viva Resorts by Wyndham has expanded its fitness and wellness amenities to serve new tastes and enrich the all-inclusive experience. Guests can enjoy tennis, archery, yoga, canoeing, kayaking, and windsurfing, plus fan-favorites such as catamaran, paddleboarding, pickleball, Padel, trapeze, wall climbing, and TRX training. Adults and children alike have access to sports facilities, equipment, and assistance from qualified instructors, guaranteeing personalized fun for all levels from beginner to expert.
In addition to its sports offerings, Viva Resorts by Wyndham emphasizes wellness tourism, providing guests with opportunities for both relaxation and rejuvenation. The resorts feature yoga sessions overlooking the sea, beachfront massages, and a variety of treatments focused on healing and restoration. Designed to enhance well-being, these experiences incorporate soothing aromas, flavors, and textures, creating a tranquil escape within the resort environment.
Viva Resorts by Wyndham offers a blend of wellness and recreation, providing guests with both high-energy activities and opportunities for relaxation. With a range of experiences designed to promote balance and well-being, the resorts create an environment where guests can stay active or unwind by the sea, enjoying a refreshing escape for the mind, body, and soul.
While the majority of sporting activities on-site are included, diving, kitesurfing, and golfing are offered at an extra cost. However, Viva Resorts provides complimentary introductory lessons for both diving and kiteboarding, allowing guests to experience these thrilling activities before committing to full sessions. The resorts also offer additional opportunities for immersive recreation, including themed weeks throughout the year where external instructors visit to provide specialized activities across different disciplines.
In its continued commitment to community development, Viva Resorts by Wyndham is proud to sponsor local competitions in the Dominican Republic, such as the annual 10K Bayahibe Run, a world watersports championship known as Master of the Ocean in Cabarete, and Oceanman®, a globally renowned open water swimming competition in Bayahibe.
Riviera Maya: From Paddle Thrills to High Altitudes
Padel ball has quickly gained traction worldwide, and Viva Resorts is bringing it to Riviera Maya. New courts and rackets are available free of charge at Viva Azteca by Wyndham, giving guests the opportunity to try this high-energy sport, growing in popularity extensively.
Only a short walk away, Viva Maya by Wyndham is home to an imposing yet spectacular trapeze rig. With separate sessions for adults and kids – guests are invited to defy gravity and feel an adrenaline rush like never before. Certified instructors guide guests through every step of the flying experience.
Cabarete: The Go-To Destination for Surfing
The northern coast of the Dominican Republic is a mecca for sports enthusiasts who love all types of surfing, whether it’s kitesurfing, windsurfing, standup paddle boarding, or wingfoiling. From Sept. 17 to 21, 2025, the town of Cabarete will host the Master of the Ocean event, only a few steps from Viva Tangerine by Wyndham. This championship tests athletes from all over the world as they take on rolling waves and unpredictable winds. Guests can witness these incredible acrobatics and try it out for themselves with the resort’s introductory classes. Whether guests are discovering a new passion or developing an already budding talent, Viva Resorts’ instructors will tailor the classes to their skill level.
Samaná: A Catamaran Ride Through Paradise
Known for its long stretches of pristine beaches, the Samaná peninsula in the Dominican Republic is the definition of paradise. One of the best ways to explore this widely undiscovered locale is by catamaran. The exclusive, adults-only Viva V Samaná by Wyndham ensures catamarans are always available on-site. Guests can set sail along the crystal-clear waters, enjoying moments of serenity as they take in the surrounding landscape. Breathtaking ocean views and wild beauty boast the perfect setting for an unforgettable escape.
Playa Dorada: Golf is Just a Swing Away
Viva Heavens by Wyndham overlooks the famous Playa Dorada Golf Course in the Dominican Republic. Designed by the legendary Sir Robert Trent Jones, the 18-hole course is within walking distance of the resort. Golf enthusiasts can indulge in a next-level playing experience surrounded by lush palms and blue skies.
Bayahibe: Oceanman®, a Race for Adventure
Oceanman®, the only international circuit of amateur open water swimming competitions in Bayahibe, is taking place in October 2025. With a community of more than 40,000 enthusiasts and 30 events across 25 countries, Oceanman® celebrates tenacity, motivation, and healthy living. From Oct. 10 to 12, 2025, 600 participants will take on a swimming challenge directly from the shores of Viva Dominicus Palace by Wyndham. The event includes 2K, 5K, and 10K races, plus relays and a children’s race, allowing participants of all ages to test themselves in crystal-clear waters while appreciating nature’s beauty.
The Caribbean From A New Perspective: Dive Right In
Viva Resorts offer a variety of memorable diving experiences, so guests can uncover the underwater world of the Caribbean. In Grand Bahama, boats sail directly from Viva Fortuna Beach to 34 premier dive sites, including Fortuna, Lucayan, and Taino Reefs. With access to 34 premier dive sites across Grand Bahama, guests can explore vibrant marine ecosystems and even encounter sharks in their natural habitat.
From May 17th to 24th, adventure seekers can take part in an exclusive Dive Week, featuring 10 incredible dives, including a heart-pounding Shark Dive. Beyond the water, guests can unwind with resort activities, gourmet dining, and live entertainment or immerse themselves in local culture with experiences like the Fish Fry and a tour of Lucayan National Park.
Guests residing on Viva Dominicus Beach and Viva Dominicus Palace in the Dominican Republic can scuba-dive along the shallow waters near Bayahibe, allowing for an eye-opening exploration of vibrant coral reefs and shipwrecks. Viva Maya and Viva Azteca in Mexico offer the PADI scuba certification, so guests can take their scuba diving skills to the next level. The diving center leads to Puerto Aventuras, 20 minutes from the resorts, and takes divers to the island of Cozumel and nearby cenotes.
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About Viva Resorts by Wyndham
Viva Resorts by Wyndham expresses a passion for life throughout the brand’s all-inclusive resorts located in the Caribbean, including Mexico, Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas. Tropical settings that collaborate with the local environment and feature choice amenities complemented by onsite entertainment allow the brand and its multilingual staff to create unique and memorable experiences for guests. Furthermore, Viva Resorts by Wyndham strives to protect local natural habitats, surrounding environments and cultures through green programs at each resort. Viva Resorts by Wyndham has more than 37 years of experience developing, managing and marketing hotels in the Caribbean. Its portfolio includes Club Viva for Members Only. For more information, visit www.vivaresortsbywyndham.com
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