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5 Best Things To Do in Subic Bay To Ring in the New Year
Subic is an excellent spot for a New Year’s getaway!
By: Antonette Louise Guiao | January 01, 2022
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Out with the old, in with the new: this 2022, what are you planning to do?
Image: Subic Sailing Club Facebook Page
Celebrating the New Year is always fun. Not only does it signify a brand new start and a fresh new beginning for everyone, but it also brings a unique opportunity for you to try things you’ve never tried or go to places you’ve never been. After all, the New Year isn’t just about resolutions. It is also about new chances, new experiences, and new memories.
Now that 2022 is here, you’re probably planning a quick little New Year getaway with your loved ones. After the roller coaster ride that is 2021, an escape from everything must be one of the things you’re looking forward to. Lucky for you, you don’t need to look any further than the country’s very own Subic Bay! If you’re still undecided about what to do or where to go, this list of the best things to do in Subic got you covered! Read on and find out fun New Year activities and the best things to do in Subic that you can do with your loved ones.
1. Go hiking at the Pamulaklakin Aeta Forest Trail.
Location: Binictican Heights, Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Start fresh and spend the first days of 2022 outdoors!
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Welcome 2022 by taking in a breath of fresh air and hiking at the Pamulaklakin Forest Trail. The forest trail isn’t just an excellent place for hiking and trekking and gives you a fun New Year activity, but it is also home to the indigenous people of Binictican. Here, you can swim in the crystal clear streams, eat using bamboo, and even go mountain biking and ATV riding. Spending the first few days of 2022 surrounded by Mother Nature is a decision you’ll never go wrong with.
2. Eat out at Seafood By The Bay.
Location: Block 1 Lot 5 Waterfront Road, Subic Bay, Olongapo
You can never go wrong with having seafood as your first meal for the new year.
Image: Seafood By The Bay Facebook page
Eating out, even in the new normal setup, will probably be one of the fun things to do to celebrate any occasion. You and your family may have cooked up an appetizing media noche to ring in the New Year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t eat outside! Start the year right by indulging in delightful seafood dishes at Seafood by the Bay. The grilled lobster in lemon butter, grilled scallops, and fried crabs in chili sauce are only some of the resto’s must-tries. Besides its a la carte menu, the place also offers a dampa-style seafood buffet that offers a mix of seafood and meat dishes. The store is open from Monday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM.
3. Unwind at the Kamana Sanctuary.
Location: West District, Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Wash away the old year with the ocean’s waves at the Kamana Sanctuary.
Image: Kamana Sanctuary Facebook Page
2021 has been a crazy roller coaster ride, so it is just fitting that you start 2022 by giving yourself the relaxation you deserve—recharge and prep for what’s ahead at the Kamana Sanctuary. The resort hotel is your next go-to New Year getaway, with home to six different rooms and suites that offer a majestic view of Subic Bay’s charming mountains, lush forests, and turquoise waters. You can also do recreational activities, including kayaking and snorkeling here.
4. Take a peaceful cruise around Subic Bay at the Subic Sailing Club.
Location: Lighthouse Marina Resort, Waterfront Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Give yourself a dose of vitamin sea this 2022!
Image: Subic Sailing Club Facebook page
A boat cruise is a unique and refreshing activity that can help you unwind and take your mind off things. It is why going on a cruise at the Subic Sailing Club might be one of the best ways to welcome 2022! The Subic Sailing Club offers a variety of boats that you can rent for sailing and cruising. You can enjoy a peaceful ride on a sailboat, enjoy the thrill of speeding through the waves on a speedboat or experience the high life on a luxury yacht. The club also has different types of cruises that you can avail. Note that you don’t need to be a member to avail and book these boat activities.
Subic Sailing Club is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
5. Drink up at Pirates Bistro.
Location: Bldg.532, Waterfront Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone
This spot is the perfect place for all you hungry pirates!
Image: Pirates Bistro Facebook page
A new year’s celebration will not be complete without having a hearty meal with your loved ones, and there’s no better place to do that than at the Pirates Bistro. The pirate-themed pub serves the tastiest meat and seafood dishes named after pirate-related characters and locations. Some of these include Captain Teague, a dish of smoked and grilled baby back ribs served with barbecue sauce, chicken wings, and mixed seafood; The Shipwreck Cove, a taco-style pizza topped with beef, cheese, and veggies; and the Calypso, a pesto pasta dish with assorted seafood. The restaurant is open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
The list of places to go to and things to do to celebrate 2022’s arrival is endless in Subic Bay. Whether you choose to visit the beach, relax in a hotel, or appreciate the beauty of nature by hiking, a brand new year will always be one of the best things to celebrate!
Go to Yoorekka Magazine for more New Year’s getaway ideas in Subic!
Stay safe as you travel! Make sure to follow social distancing protocols and observe health precautions wherever you go. Have a great trip!
This article was originally published in Yoorekka Magazine on January 01, 2021.
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About Antonette Louise Guiao
Antonette is a writer, a night owl, an extrovert, and a BTS ARMY. Her spare time is consumed by drawing digital vector art, sleeping, binge-watching Netflix series, and learning how to cook. An adventurer by heart, she aspires to travel the world with her family, try extreme outdoor activities, and taste all sorts of food in different countries.
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