Subic, Zambales
Situated along the northern coast of Subic Bay, this city falls under the province of Zambales. A former US Naval base, Subic is one of the most sought after locations for expats looking to retire in the Philippines. The Subic Bay International Airport is situated on the southern side of the town, easily accessible via private or public means of transportation.
Teeming with beaches, duty-free shops, and leisure hubs, Subic is an ideal retirement place especially for expats.
Subic is often visited by people from Metro Manila or its nearby cities because of itsĀ numerous duty-free shops where one can buy imported items for lower prices. Resorts, spas and fine dining restaurants catering to locals, tourists, and expats are also present in the area.Ā Tourist attractions includeĀ scuba diving sites, zoos and amusement parks, beaches and water parks, and nature trails.Ā While a lot of people flock to Subic for various reasons, this area maintains a smooth flow of traffic because of the strict implementation of traffic rules and well-disciplined locals.