RSS feed http://www.visitmyphilippines.com/ RSS feed en-us Copyright (C) 2014 visitmyphilippines.com Local Wonders Bacala Guesthouse San Salvador Island, Masinloc, Zambales The guesthouse sits astride a sand bar in the middle of the bay. It has the privacy and comfort of a resort plus the pristine white sand and crystal-clear water for swimming and snorkeling. Cubi Point Bats Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales A horde of fruit bats hanging around tree tops are a must-see in Subic Bay Freport Zone. It is also a thrill to see them as they take off on their early evening hunt. Masinloc Boardwalk Masinloc, Zambales The site serves as a marine park and at the same time a playground and a favorite site for arts and cultural programs. Masinloc Marine Conservation Project San Salvador Island, Masinloc, Zambales Considered as the main ecotourism destination in Masinloc, the project was adjudged as the "Best in Local Governance" in 1997 by the Local Government Academy and the Asian Institute of Management under the Galing Pook Award. PHILSECO Subic, Zambales Subic is the home of the Philippine Shipyard and Engineering Corp., a huge facility that can service all the repair requirements of ships plying routes in this part of the world. Its favorable site protects ships against rough seas and destructive strong winds. Subic Bay Lighthouse Subic, Zambales This structure stands on a small precipice along the northbound lane of the national highway. It commands a panoramic view of Olongapo City, Subic Bay Freeport Zone and Subic Bay. Subic Bay Seaport Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Zambales The Subic Port is located Southwest of Luzon Island, Philippines. It is 110 kilometers North of Manila, facing the South China Sea and surrounded by Olongapo City and the towns of Subic and Morong. It is Northwest of the Bataan Peninsula and Southwest of the Zambales Province. Subic Bay Freeport has long been recognized for its strategic location, being at the center of the fastest growing markets in Asia. It is at the hub of the region, and all major cities in Asia are within easy reach either by sea or by air. (3 to 4 days by sea, 2-3 hrs. by air. Aside from its strategic location, SBF has a deepwater seaport that is capable of handling the largest ships ever built, manifested when it once supported the mighty US 7th Fleet. The Subic Seaport serves as a major alternative port for importers and exporters in the Northern and Central Luzon areas of the country to decongest the Manila International Container Terminal. It has a total of 15 operational piers and wharves capable of servicing all kinds of sea vessels. Subic’s seaport and container handling facilities were recently enhanced with the operation of the Subic Bay International Container Terminal Services at the Sattler pier. The Freeport also has two operational port terminals: the fertilizer bulk terminal at the Boton Wharf and the grain bulk terminal at the Leyte Wharf. (Credits: www.sbma.com) Zambales Provincial Capitol Building Iba, Zambales This building was constructed by the Spanish civil government in the years 1875-1878. The molave and yacal posts were cut in the forest near Dirita. Used as a provincial prison during the Spanish regime, it became the general headquarters of the revolutionary government of Zambales in 1899. Zambales Rocks Iba, Zambales Zambales Rocks or Zambrox manufactures serpentine stone, novelty items such as desk accessories, corporate gifts, table fountains, and volcanic ash fall products such as figurines. The biggest sellers, here and abroad, are the corporate gifts such as clocks, penholders and candle holders. For further information, contact Iba Main Office, Tel. No. (63 47) 811-1603 Manila Showroom, Tel. No. (63 2) 373-2392/375-6872 Mobile: 0917-525-2447 http://www.visitmyphilippines.com/index.php?title=Local Wonders&func=all&pid=4599&Page=1&tbl=0&view=rss Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:33:38 +0800