SUBIC/CLARK

The Subic Bay Leisure Zone, a 37,000- acre virgin triple-canopy rainforest with wildlife and rare marine life, is a destination one should not miss. The former U.S Navy Facility was vacated in 1992 and is now among Asia’s emerging tourist destination.

Trekking through the tropical rainforest on foot or on horseback accompanied by native guides is both a challenge and delight. One can enjoy the numerous beaches, or go camping, or just take a tour around the zone.

At the end of an adventurous day, one can recharge in a comfortable air conditioned hotel room, or go all the way by spending the night inside a tent in the wild.

Similar to Subic, the Clark Special Economic Zone was a former U.S Air Force Base and has a long been the principal aviation center of the Philippines. Aside from the popular Fontana and Mimosa Leisure Parks, duty-free shops, and excellent golf courses, Clark also hosts one of the largest annual hot-air balloons festivals in Asia.

LEISURE. Accommodation at Subic Bay Leisure Zone includes world-class hotels and resorts, residential units for larger family groups, and campsites for the outdoors-type. Choose from a wide selection of delectable cuisine guaranteed to satisfy the most discriminating palate-a marvelous blend of East and West, exotic and subdued-to suit your every mood.

ACTIVITIES. Apart from a jungle tour , there’s a complete selection of aqua sports, including yachting, water-skiing , windsurfing , sail boarding, coral and shipwreck diving, jet-skiing, fishing and more.

ADRENALINE RUSH. A grand prix racetrack offering diving lessons is available for the brave and daring.  For those who want to try their luck, Subic has a host of casinos. First class videoke, clubs are available for those who just want to sit back and sing to their heart’s content.

DUTY-FREE SHOPPING. Value for money shopping is offered at Subic Bay’s duty free shops and malls whether you’re looking for famous international brand names in jewelry, clothing, liquor, electronics, home decors, sports gear, luxury goods, or even food items at bargain prices.

HOT AIR BALLOON. The Hot Air Balloon Festival in Clarkfield is an annual tournament of balloonists from various countries held during the month of February.