Vista Marina Hotel & Resort in Subic, Philippines

DESTINATION INFORMATION

Subic Bay Freeport Zone where Vista Marina Hotel & Resort is located.

		OVERVIEW Only 110 kilometers or just 2 ½ hours drive away north of Manila, Subic Bay Freeport is picturesque and serene, teeming with flora and fauna found only in its bountiful forests, and its pristine blue bay waters endowed with rich marine life. A sanctuary where you will find yourself truly closer to nature, Subic Bay distinguishes itself as the only destination that offers diverse activities, the best niche experiences, and a lifestyle that is simply beyond compare. Marvel over Nature’s Wonders Subic Bay prides itself for having an intact ecosystem, endowed with 42,000 hectares of lush, thick forests and bay waters, preserved and protected by the community of Subic Bay. Such pristine environment has encouraged the development of eco-friendly facilities drawing thousands of visitors and tourists to Subic Bay, making it a top eco-tourism destination of the country. Among eco-tourism activities and facilities offered in the Freeport include jungle survival training, forest trekking, canopy walk and slide-for-life, fishing, tiger safari, whale shows, beaches and wreck diving. Wonder Over Wrecks Dive into Subic’s historic bay waters and explore fascinating shipwrecks that are remainders of the Freeport’s naval past. The bay is home to a formidable collection of wrecks like the 19th century Spanish gunboat San Quintin, Japanese luxury liner Oryoku Maru, and the ex-USS New York. The average depth for the six wreck sites is 45 ft. No wonder Subic Bay holds the distinction of being one of the best wreck diving sites in Asia. Adventure & Sports Tourism Mecca Subic Bay is fast becoming one of the best sports tourism destinations in Asia-Pacific. The Subic Bay International Sports Center offers complete upscale indoor and outdoor facilities such as tennis and badminton courts, a basketball court, and baseball and softball field. It is equipped with a tartan oval ideal for track and field events, as well as a boxing stable. Moreover, its lush forest and bay are ideal venues for adventure sporting events such as triathlon, mountain biking, trekking, sea kayaking, boardsailing, parasailing and jet skiing. Subic Bay Freeport is also home to the El Kabayo Equestrian Center, the Subic Bay International Raceway, and boasts of one of the most challenging golf courses in the country, the Subic Bay Golf and Country Club. A Retirement Haven Subic Bay Freeport is also steadily carving a niche as a retirement destination in Asia-Pacific. There are a number of reasons why Subic Bay Freeport is a perfect place for seniors to retire. Subic Bay is a self-contained community protected by superior Freeport-wide security, fire and medical emergency systems. Its residential and condominium facilities are nestled amid the tranquility of verdant woodlands and along the serene coastline of the historic Subic Bay waters. Diverse recreational facilities are easily accessible and all found in one place. It has an exceptional climate and most of all, Subic Bay offers an unmatched quality of life.