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If you're looking for an Asian tourist spot in which to shop, surf, swim, sight-see, and engage in a host of other activities, you need not look to expensive Tokyo, crowded Kuala Lumpur, or even bustling Manila. One particular city is gaining worldwide recognition for its variety of eco-tourist activities and duty-free shopping: Subic Bay !

Subic Bay is located in the southwestern portion of the Philippine island of Luzon. Surrounded by verdant mountain ranges and deep natural harbors, Subic Bay enjoys excellent cool weather and is generally safe from most forces of nature, including typhoons, earthquakes, and the occasional rare volcanic eruption, with world-famous Mount Pinatubo nearby.

Here are six good reasons to visit Subic Bay this vacation time:

Subic Bay Tourism. There are far too many things to see in Subic Bay! Some of the Subic Bay attractions include:

The Subic Watershed Forest Reserve. One of the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS)' ten priority sites, the Subic Watershed Forest Reserve is noteworthy for its high biodiversity. The Subic Watershed Forest Reserve is home to more than 745 plant species, including very rare trees.

JEST (Jungle Environmental Survival Training) Camp and Butterfly Garden. Aeta Training Officers trained by members of the US Navy help you learn jungle survival techniques. Butterfly Kingdom allows you to see how these delicate winged creatures thrive.

El Kabayo. The El Kabayo Equestrian Center is a popular horse-riding destination for tourists and horse enthusiasts seeking to ride for hours.

Bicentennial Park. Excellent picnic grounds and a man-made lagoon make this Subic Bay tourist attraction a priority for families seeking a good bonding destination.

Hill 394. 394 meters above sea level, Hill 394 boasts of a stunning view of Subic Bay and Mount Natib.

Mangrove Graveyard. Mangrove Graveyard is a standing testament to the explosive, destructive nature of volcanic eruptions. When Mount Pinatubo exploded in 1991, the mangrove trees in this grove were choked to death by the volcanic ash's high sulfur content. Eerie.

Pamulaklakin Forest Trails / Pastolan Aeta Village. An Ecology Tour allows travelers the privilege of hiking inside Subic's forests with a native guide who presents them with examples of Aeta culture and educates them on various types of medicinal plants. Camping and picnicking are encouraged.

Subic Bay Zoos. There are some noteworthy zoos and animal sanctuaries in Subic. Among them are:

Zoobic. The newest and most innovative zoo in the Philippines, Zoobic is divided into four areas: ' the Serpentarian, featuring reptiles; the Savannah, featuring ostriches, boars, and other birds; the Petting Zoo, a walk-through tropical jungle; and the Tiger Safari, where 20 people or so ride a safari jeepney and witness a tiger attack live chicken bait.

Bat Kingdom. Subic Bay tourism gets a good kick out of its bats. Subic's Bat Kingdom features over 10,000 fruitbats, the biggest of its kind in the world, as well as bamboo bats and flying foxes.

Subic Bay Ocean Adventure. The first and most widely known marine sanctuary in the Philippines, the Subic Bay Ocean Adventure features dolphins, false killer whales, and sea lions in their natural habitats.

Subic Bay Shipwrecks. In a fitting testament to its history, Subic Bay shipwrecks dot its underwater world with spirits of days gone by. Scuba divers are invited to peruse historical relics dating back to Spanish times, including the Oryoko Maru, the Seian Maru, the USS New York, the USS Rochester, and the LCV Landing Craft.

Subic Bay Beaches. Subic Bay beaches are known throughout the Philippines for their raw, natural feel. With the wide expanse of clear blue sky overhead, the brilliant Philippine sun pouring in like butterscotch, and the pleasant feeling of sand beneath your feed and sea air in your lungs, Subic Bay beaches ' All Hands, Nabasan, Kamayan, Hidden, Dungaree, Officers' Beach, Grande Island, and Redondo ' are all suitable choices for a Subic Bay beach getaway.

Subic Bay Shopping. Subic Bay shopping is legendary for its wide selection of imported and local goods. Subic Bay shopping is duty-free, so one can get items at bargain-basement prices, so be prepared to shop in Subic with plenty of dollars (or even pesos) because you can definitely buy in Subic a lot of great items. After you shop, enjoy the flavors of the world with the wide variety of restaurants in the area, offering sopping-weary travelers comfort food with Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Filipino, and American cuisine, among many others.

Subic Hotels. There is no shortage of Subic hotels, from international chains that offer five-star Subic accommodations to cozy little Subic bed-and-breakfasts that cater to backpackers. Many Subic hotels have official websites that provide detailed information about each hotel in Subic, including their rooms, amenities, and facilities. Some of them, like the Subic Park Hotel, even allow Guests to reserve directly with them, offering the best rates on the Internet and instant confirmation.

So what are you waiting for? An enjoyable and truly memorable Subic vacation may be only a few clicks of a mouse away! Take a chance, reserve a Subic hotel room, plan your Subic vacation, and go to Subic!

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