Subic Bay free port, the former American naval base in the Philippines that has been transformed into a bustling free trade zone and industrial complex, offers not only employment for thousands of Filipinos, but leisure and recreation to tourists as well.
There is Ocean Adventure that offers whale and dolphin shows on weekends and Zoobic, a close encounter zoo where you can go near the animals and learn more about them.
Near the Ocean Adventure parking area, for instance, sits a restaurant / resort that offers fresh sea foods and white beach for swimming. Entrance fee is about $4. There's also a horse-back riding range where you will learn how to ride on mares and ponies.
For the nature seekers in Subic Bay, there are creeks, mountain trails, Mangyan villages, forests and even a bat sanctuary. For a few dollars as fee, you will learn survival techniques from Mangyans. They were from the groups of jungle survival trainers that trained the famed Green Berets at the height of the Vietnam War.
For the sportsmen in Subic Bay, there's a golf link and a winding road for bikers on weekends. The complex also hosts softball and baseball diamonds and modern tennis courts. There is also an arcade for kids and students.
The complex also hosts international schools, Korean and Chinese restaurants and a race track for weekend road warriors.
For the high rollers and gamblers, there's a casino in one of the hotels near the beach front. Other facilities include villas, cottages and hotels. There are also duty free shops for your daily needs. On weekends, especially during holidays, like Christmas and New Year's Day, the administrators host live-band concerts and other shows for the vacationers and Sunday promenaders.
Just recently the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority hosted an international triathlon participated in both by foreigners and local tri-athletes.
You can go fishing in one of the piers inside the complex that also hosts one of the world's deep harbors and an international airport that can accommodate even B747s.
Outside the complex, predominantly in Subic town, you can enjoy nightlife with the presence of night clubs, resorts, music lounges and videoke bars particularly at the Barretto district.
Clubs, especially on weekends, remain open until 4 a.m. or until there are no patrons.
For accommodation there's White Rock Beach Resort and Hotel. You have the choice to use the beaches or a big swimming pool where a big white boulder is in the pool's middle portion, thus the name White Rock. Adjacent to White Rock is Paradise Resort, which is operated by a Japanese group.
Nearer the former base, is Olongapo City where Ocean View resort offers boat rides, or even aqua cycles. Entrance for day swimmers is $1 and less on weekdays.
Baguio has been dubbed the “Summer Capital” of the Philippines because it is the only place that is saved from the intense heat during the months of February to early June. Baguio is accessible 
by land from Manila by bus ride of about 6 hours. Of course, one can also opt to bring one’s vehicle to make going around Baguio easier but if that is the main concern, rest assured there’s plenty of public transportation there. Baguio is also accessible by air. The best time to go to Baguio would be when festivals such as the Kadayawan Festival and the Baguio Flower Festival are celebrated.
One of the reasons that people go to Baguio is to watch the Baguio Flower Festival called Panagbenga. Because of the cool climate in Baguio and the rich topsoil, there are a lot of flowers that grow here that would normally not last a day in Manila. During the Baguio Flower Festival, a parade is held along Session Road of the most beautiful and uncommon flowers which are uniquely designed and placed on mini stages. The fragrance of the flowers as they pass by is heavenly and visitors line the street snapping pictures of the parade.
Panagbenga is an event of its own and one of the reasons that tourists visit Baguio. The Baguio Flower Festival began in 1995 when the then Director of Camp John Hay spearheaded the project and solicited the support of the different sectors of the community.
Today, it is organized annually and has become a major tourist attraction in the city. History The first Flower Festival was only for three days. It was held at Camp John Hay with the aim of celebrating the flowers of Baguio. The Baguio Flower Festival is now an annual event and is held every year around February.
To watch the Baguio Flower Festival will not cost anything and it’s loads of fun. The community comes alive with dances, colorful outfits and the participants spend days preparing their designs. The goal of the Baguio Flower Festival is to increase awareness on the need to preserve the environment.
The Kadayawan Festival is another event that plays an important role in increasing tourism in Baguio. The local government units take part in the Kadayawan Festival by participating in dances 
known as Indak-Indak.
In the town’s main plaza, a stage has been set up and a crowd of about 10,000 people has gathered to listen to a group of musicians and dancers perform traditional dances from various parts of the Philippines.
This 19 year old festival is made colorful each year with new segments being added. From the very first time that the Kadayawan Festival was celebrated, it has undergone a lot changes and now there are more dances, there is now a festival hymn and the tribal community also participate.
The Kadayawan Festival is Baguio’s way of showing the world that no matter how different the Filipinos may be, they stand united.
Angeles hospitals and health care provides city residents as well as those from surrounding provinces with access to quality medical and health services. Here are some of the popular hospitals in Angeles City.
For years, Angeles University Foundation Medical Center, located at MacArthur Highway beside the university, has been providing medical and health services. It specializes in general surgery, family medicine, ENT, anesthesiology, dermatology, to name just a few. It is a modern 150-bed capacity tertiary facility in Fortune Care and Intellicare health maintenance organizations.
Angeles Medical Center in Rizal Street, Angeles City is popular among the people of Angeles as well as from the nearby cities and Central Luzon provinces. It serves patients in various medical fields such as general surgery, anesthesiology, EENT, cardiology, gastroenterology, obstetrics and gynecology, among others. It is a 90-bed medical facility and has an EUB 405 diagnostic ultrasound system.
Dr. Amando Garcia Hospital is located beside AMC in Angeles City. It is a secondary medical center that has a capacity of 70 beds. It is an accredited member of I-Care health care insurance and is fully-equipped with medical equipments and facilities. It is the best option for getting general medical treatment.
Located in Kilometer 78 McArthur Highway in San Fernando, Mt. Carmel Medical Center is one of the favorite hospitals in the city.
Although it is just a new facility, it has been getting positive feedbacks from its patients. Mt. Carmel Medical Center is a champus so there is government allocation for doctor's fees and medical expenses.
At present, Mt. Carmel Medical Center is already a full service hospital. Its mission is to become a medical facility providing quality health service without prejudice to socio-economic status.
Philippine International Hospital is a 120-bed capacity facility located in Malabanias Road, Balibago. It is regarded as the right infirmary for all people regardless of race. The hospital staff as well as the administrative people are trained and equipped to properly handle patients from different nationalities for efficient medical and health care and recovery.
Pamana Medical Center is the chief primary hospital in Angeles City which caters to the medical needs of the people of Sto. Cristo. It is a 50-bed medical facility. It provides quality medical and health care to the people living in its locality as well as the surrounding communities who choose to be treated at the infirmary rather than other facilities in the city.
These are just some Angeles City hospitals and health care options for people who are seeking treatment in the city.
Long before some tourist attractions or spots in the Philippines became famous, the city of Baguio had been a favorite vacation spot and getaway for locals residing in Metro Manila. The place was developed by Americans as a retreat place to escape or to have some break away from the warm ambiance of Metro Manila area. The place was hailed as the 'Summer Capital' of the Philippines because of its relatively cooler weather all year round. The place is said to be as well the 'City of Pines' because of the pine trees all over the area.
The best time to witness the culture and wonders of Baguio City is during the Panagbenga Festival. The festival is a yearly flower festival in Baguio City. The word 'panagbenga' is of Malayo-Polunesian derivation that means 'season of blooming'. The festival is characterized by colorful display of floral-themed parade, costumes and creative floats. The main streets of Baguion would really look like a garden of beautiful flowers especially during its culminating days. The feast is also defined by street dancing and merry making. It is a month-long celebration held annually in the month of February.
Upon arriving to Baguio City, one of the landmarks that would be flocked by tourists is the Philippine Military Academy. It is located within the Fort del Pilar, Loakan. It was created for potential officers of Philippines Armed Forces. This military academy has museum that displays war paraphernalia (uniforms, weapons, gears, vehicles, etc.) of the past to the contemporary period. Another notable spot in Baguio City is the oldest park in the place, the Burnham Park. Tourists could be relieved some of their tensions by simply just walking, biking or reflecting on the good things in life. The park is famous of the man-made lake where visitors could rent a boat just to row around the lake. The Baguio Cathedral is another place to check in Baguio City. It is also known as Our Lady of Atonement Cathedral. Its unique twin spikes, hundred steps and a wonderful view (located at a top of a hill) gives church goers, devotees or tourists a bird’s eye view of the full commercial center.
Baguio City needs to keep up with the pace regarding economic progress and growth. One of the widely use tools nowadays is to harness the power of the internet. The official website (http://www.baguio.gov.ph) for the local government of Baguio City gives concise details regarding Baguio City’s events, directory, services and all related information regarding the place. If a tourist plans to enjoy the Panagbenga Fetival in Baguio City, it is necessary to make preparation because Baguio City would be flocked by visitors during the said festivity and checking the official website is a helpful suggestion. Having an idea of where to go, where to stay and where to eat as a visitor or tourist in a vacation spot, would make the tour more memorable.
Intramuros evokes a feeling of nostalgia---like, it’s good to live in the times when it was still under Spanish rule. Though built in the 16th century by Filipino slaves and their Spanish supervisors, being in this tourist destination feels like everything happened only yesterday.
This tourist destination is hedged in by districts that also have prominent niches in the history of Manila. Intramuros is bounded in the north by Pasig River and San Nicolas, San Miguel in the east, Port Area and Manila Bay in the west, and Paco and Ermita in the south. From Loton area, where the Metropolitan Theater and the Post Office are located, a jeepney (take Pier-bound via Intramuros jeepneys) or cab drive to this tourist destination is a mere 10 minutes.
Old buildings welcome the visitor in this tourist destination, just as the threshold of Intramuros in front of the Manila Cathedral. Some date back to the Spanish rule of the city, some from the Japanese time, and several more in much later times but nonetheless historical. They have survived the years through restoration works initiated by the Intramuros Administration found at the Palacio Del Gobernador, the “Malacanang Palace” of Intramuros just in front of Plaza de Roma and the Manila Cathedral.
“Ayuntamiento” or sometimes called “Casas Consistoriales” is now a booming commercial area, northeast of the Manila Cathedral. This tourist destination also has Plaza de Roma, a small park in front of the Cathedral that constantly reminds of the Vatican in Rome. Plaza San Ignacio, west of the Cathedral along Arzobispo Street is an old building facade whose ruins refresh us of the way Intramuros was a century ago. Further west is Postigo del Palacio, or guard post of the Palace, an entry in the wall from the golf course outside that still retains its Spanish Baroque architecture.
Southwest end of Anda Street is the Baluarte Plano Luneta de Sta. Isabel. This Tourist destination in Intramuros is a main fort west of the wall fortification looking out on Bonifacio Drive. It used to be a main defense point that protected the city from attacks coming from the west, that is, from Manila Bay. East of the cathedral, along Magallanes Street, is the Colegio de Sta. Rosa. Nearby are the clamshell exhibits, The ECJ Building, Hidalgo Monument, San Agustin Church and Museum, Bahay Tsinoy, and the Plaza San Luis.
Intramuros is an enclave where history has been preserved for posterity to view and treasure. It is also a tourist destination to showcase a saga of courage and perseverance.
This coastal municipality is known amid visitors for its several receptacle coasts or beaches and various Scuba diving locations and snorkeling. In the early 1970's, the region was chosen as UNESCO's Man and Biosphere Reserve (because of the presence of most diverse coral reef diving in Asia). The marine setting has earned economic lift (dollor influx) because of the international visitors. Thus, this opportunity had led to the development of the place from an undiscovered wonder to a main tourist attraction.
The place's popularity had been uplifted when it was hailed as one of the most admired beaches in the entire globe by the Club of the Most Beautiful Bays of the World (the only bay in the Philippines to be regarded as such). Its international recognition is definitely a non sense thing because the place is characterized by sparkling blue sea waters and white sand shorelines. In order to keep up with the arrival of visitors and tourists locally and internationally, they made some improvement throughout the year by establishing Puerto Galera as a getaway paradise with fine accommodations, entertainment facilities (in bars and restaurants) and cozy lively atmosphere. For several years, Puerto Galera had evolved to a 'paradise that never sleeps'. Puerto Galera is one of the favorite hangout places of relaxation (to escape work-related stress) of many of the call center agents in Metro Manila and its accessibility has been the main reason. There are actually local transportations (provincial buses that take some main roads around Metro Manila) that could bring tourists and visitors to Puerto Galera. Since it is located in the Island of Mindoro, available sea vessels or ferries would take vacationers and tourists to the main white sand coves of Puerto Galera.
The island of Mindoro is the location where the beautiful beaches of Puerto Galera could be found. One of the main advantages of staying and enjoying Puerto Galera (beside its accessibility from Metro Manila residents) is tourists and city dwellers does not need to spend a lot of money just to enjoy white sand shorelines and sparkling blue waters. Getting more information of the beauty and wonders of Puerto Galera, the official website of Mindoro (http://www.ormindoro.gov.ph/) gives an overview of what could be expected in the said location. The website, as well, is packed with facts and figures about the island of Mindoro.
Just south of Manila, Philippines, about an hour and a half drive, you will find a place where locals and tourists go for relaxation. Tagaytay City is situated more than 650 meters above sea level. The Taal Volcano is the main attraction of Tagaytay City. Since Tagaytay City is located on a mountain ridge, it is a good place to have a breathtaking view of Taal Volcano and Taal Lake. Tagaytay City has also a great panoramic view of the neighboring provinces.
Tagaytay City is considered as a haven for locals and tourists because of its climate. Situated on the mountaintop, Tagaytay City is a splendid place for vacation and dining hangouts. Fabulous food is one thing that Tagaytay City's specialty restaurants offer. Here are some of the specialty restaurants that can be found in Tagaytay City.
For a special romantic dinner, Antonio's in Tagaytay City is the restaurant to go to. French cuisine is the restaurant's specialty. Antonio's has a variety of soups for starters. Coffee souffle and salad with foie-gras are served. Select your main course from a wide variety of selections including seafood and steaks. Chocolate souffle for desert is a great choice.
For home-cooked Filipino cuisine, Josephine's is Tagaytay City's specialty restaurant of choice. The restaurant is nicely situated overlooking Taal Lake. Josephine's reputation of home-cooked Filipino dishes has already gone a long way. The restaurant serves Fried Tawilis, which is Tagaytay City's authentic specialty. Imagine savoring delicious delicacies with Taal Lake and Taal Volcano's spectacular view as a backdrop.
For a garden-theme cafe, Gourmet's Cafe in Tagaytay City is a great stop. This restaurant is known for its famed salad bar. Gourmet's Cafe grow the food they serve their patrons. Pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and soups are included in Gourmet's Cafe's menu.
Thirsting for a cup of coffee? Bag of Beans Cafe in Tagaytay City is the cozy place to head to. Locally brewed coffee is the restaurant's specialty. Freshly baked pies and cookies are served with hot brewed coffee. Bag of Beans Cafe is a coffee shop as well as a garden restaurant, too. The restaurant has an authentic English menu, including different flavors of home-made pies. Fish and Chips, omelets and sausages, Pies 'n' Mash, Bangers, and roast beef are also available. Bag of Beans Cafe's bottomless cup is a great treat.
Sonya's Garden is another specialty restaurant in Tagaytay City. The restaurant is virtually a greenhouse. The smell of fresh flowers greet you as you enter the place. Home-made pasta, refillable dalandan juice, bowl of salad and dressing is their set menu. A choice of shrimp, chicken, mushrooms, nuts, and other ingredients can be thrown into your pasta with a bowl of jackfruit. Grilled sweet potatoes in caramel sauce dip is a delicious desert to indulge into. Sonya Garden grow their own vegetables and other ingredients.
Going to Tagaytay City is a great de-stressing activity. Beautiful scenic views and mouth-watering delicacies are some of the things that Tagaytay City is known for.
When in Sorsogon, Philippines, it’s not just important to go sightseeing and explore the beautiful Sorsogon tourist spots and see and hear the sights and sounds of this beautiful place, it’s also important to find a hotel that feels like home. This Sorsogon Hotel Guide showcases the hotels in the area that have positive reviews and are highly recommended by both Filipinos who travel to this area and foreign tourists.
First up on the list in the Sorsogon Hotel Guide is the Sirangan Beach Resort. This hotel is located in Caricaran, Bacon District, Sorsogon City, Philippines. It’s a relatively small hotel but what places it on top of the list in the Sorsogon Hotel Guide is that though it only has 8 rooms, this quaint place was designed for those who want to sleep and wake up hearing the gentle lap of the waves. All rooms are a convenient walking distance to Bacon Beach but this did not prevent management from building a big pool in front of the hotel for those who prefer to lie on a deck chair by it. Known for its romantic ambience perfect for couples, its rooms are luxurious, spacious and gives one that home away from home feel.
Hotsprings Resort, located in Irosin, Sorsogon City, Philippines also makes it to the Sorsogon Hotel Guide. Irosin is known for its hot springs and if one wants to be closer to these, then Hotsprings Resort is the place to be. Hotsprings Resort is located close to the Bulusan Lake and a short hike can be made from Patad to the crater-lake and since this place is not something that’s well known for the locals, if one is looking for that secluded area that epitomizes pristine, then this is the perfect spot.
Vitton Resort is another quaint place that specializes in something completely different than the previous two. Vitton Resort is in the Sorsogon Hotel Guide because it is the best place to get that close encounter with the whale shark. This hotel in the Sorsogon Hotel Guide in Donsol Sorsogon, Philippines and it’s conveniently located near the whale shark interaction center and offers bungalows that have 1-2 rooms. The resort is peaceful at night and ensures privacy, a true escape when in the Philippines.
Last but not the least in this Sorsogon Hotel Guide is Palm Creek Resort. This place in the Philippines is for those who prefer the great outdoors so much more than being indoors. The beach is right in front of the cabin and since this place is somewhat remote, it can be expected that this especially quiet at night.
Dubbed as the ‘Gateway to Southern Philippines,’ the City of Sorsogon is very proud to present a number of colleges and universities, where students are guaranteed to experience superior quality education. All of these academic establishments contribute greatly to the overall success and development of a good Sorsogon education system.
Specializing in the area of information technology, people can find WRI Computer College at Esperanza Building, just along Gogon Street in the area of Bibincahan. The school aims to cultivate the potential skills of its students through its comprehensive academic programs. There are several two-year courses available including Computer Secretarial and Computer Programming. Furthermore, there are also much shorter programs available inside this school such as the Certificate in Software Development and the Professional Caregiver Course.
An accredited tertiary school that focuses on the field of technology, Veritas College of Irosin is found within Barangay San Julian, which is still part of the efficient Sorsogon education system. After graduating from this college, students can expect to become globally competitive individuals, especially when it comes to the workplace. It provides technical courses like Electrical Technology, Electronic Data Processing and Automotive Technology, each of which takes only two years to finish. In addition, this college also offers short computer technology courses such as Data Encoding.
Aside from focusing on the importance of agriculture in society, Sorsogon National Agricultural School provides people with highly affordable but good quality education. For individuals who wish to enroll in technical courses, the available options include Farm Tool and Welding Fabrication, Agribusiness Technology as well as Automotive Technology. For students who do not have enough money to study, they can apply for various kinds of scholarships. This is the best option for highly skilled and intellectual students who are encountering financial problems.
Another good tertiary school that focuses on technical courses, Solis Institute of Technology is found within the area of Managa-naga, which is part of the Bulan municipality. Just like all the budget schools out there, this place provides good quality education at highly reasonable rates. Some of most popular courses available here are Computer Secretarial, Information Technology and Computer Hardware Servicing. People are guaranteed to learn a lot from this school because it has passed the strict accreditation standards of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, or simply TESDA.
One of the topnotch educational institutions in the province of Sorsogon, Bicol University has established an extension campus within the area of Gubat. Just like its main campus, this place offers interesting academic programs and courses including the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Technology, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Bachelor of Science in Food Technology.
Nightlife in Naga City in the Philippines comes alive after the sun sets in the west. The locals would usually have really busy days at work but everything changes at dusk. The nightlife in Naga City is a great break to get away from the humdrum of the daily working routine.
Local employees usually leave work in the Philippines around five in the afternoon. For the local employees of Naga City, this would be enough time to head back home, relax a bit, change, and head off to their favorite bars.
The central business district of Naga City is filled with rows of bars where people can listen to different blends of music that fill the cold night air. Most of these bars open early at seven in the evening to cater to the early night owls of Naga City. The music and song would at times last until early morning especially on weekends.
Local bands are often featured in the bars of Naga City. Bands and performers from Manila, Philippines and abroad are at times featured. These are the big crowd drawers in Naga City when it happens. Bars like Planet B and Residencia would be a great place to hang out and listen to jazz, original Filipino music, ballads, rock, and rhythm and blues.
If ever your ears are inclined to jazz, saxophone, and piano music, then Sandi's Point and the San Diego Jazz Bar would the right place to hang out. They feature music from famed icons like Nat King Cole, Kenny G, and Phil Collins. Enjoy the music while sampling the awesome barbecue that only Naga City can bring.
Nightlife in Naga City won't be complete if you don't check out Disco Antonio, Centro Oasis, and other discos in the circuit. Groove to the music of the Philippines and try out the free beer.
If you're still up for the challenge, you might like to see if you have a knack for billiards. Billiard halls in Naga City are packed with people. The billiard halls in Naga City, like Nine Mugs or Podo Grill, make a unique combination of billiard tables, bar, and barbecue.
Nightlife here can pit your billiard skills at nine ball matches with billiard amateurs or Naga City's local billiard aficionados. You can even come as a group and have a friendly game at the billiard tables or just hang out and enjoy the barbecue and beer.
Naga City nightlife is far from cold, dead, and boring. There are a ton of attractions that spice up your day and make the daily routine for the locals smoking like their favorite chili pepper. Nightlife in Naga City makes it a great place to stay in the Philippines.