Bought a great pair of badly needed sunglasses at the shop. Much better than the crap in the marketplace. Also had a drink and a bite which were solid.

Unfortunately, I have very Sad memories of this trip. I am not telling anyone not to do this (Dolphin Encounter) because it would have been absolutely wonderful if the dolphin hadn't bit my 6 year old daughter. We still love dolphins and have learned that they are a lot like dogs! Who know why he decided to bite her but he did. It was very scary and shocking. Completely ruined my time watching my daughter cry and be scared. She wonders why out of all the people and children he bit her. It breaks my heart. We all tried to put a happy face on and convince her that all was OK. We had to sign something saying we didn't need medical attention. There was really no apology or anything. The dolphin only left teeth marks and a bruise. When people ask us how our trip to the Bahamas was we immediately think of this happening. PS. We are a family of 5 and this encounter was not cheap!

After a lot of research and comparing reviews, I decided to go with Unexso. We left the cruise ship and found the tour guide, took a short bus and boat ride. Everyone was very hospitable! It is very obvious they love their job! We got in groups of 6 then got in the water. You go in groups of 2 and swim with your own dolphins. My boyfriend and I had Kayla and Exuma. I don't know how long we were in the water but it seemed like plenty of time, even though I could have swam with them all day! If you dive underwater, they go with you! The 6 people lined up, performed a trick with a dolphin, then got to pick one of the tricks we wanted to perform ourselves with the dolphin. Make sure to bring your camera! You can't take it in the water but the other people waiting to swim take the pictures. After swimming, the trainers had the dolphins do flips and big tricks. While waiting for the boat to take you back there are birds to take pictures with or you can walk by the dock and watch the dolphins training or just doing flips in the water for fun. The director of the facility came and talked to us while we were watching the training. The facility seemed reputable and he told us about the research they are currently working on with the dolphins. It was clear they are not there just for a tourist attraction! Yes, it is a lot of money but I would do it again tomorrow if I could!!!

Swimming with the dolphins is a must do in the Bahamas. The adventure was the highlight of my trip. I would highly recommend to anyone!!