Foreigners SURPRISED by FILIPINO Coastal Town SUBIC BAY - everything is SO DIFFERENT here!

It is our first time in Subic Bay and it looks and feels completely different than we imagined! People even drive here differently! We had a little sneak peak of this Filipino Coastal Town because we went to the Flight School "Laminar Aviation" in Subic which we vlogged here 🎥 • WORLD CLASS Filipino F...
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[@daliahmartin2033]

May i know what hotel resort youre checked in? Tnx

[@daliahmartin2033]

Oh sorry just sneak peak

[@schadenfreude181]

We're going to the Philippines with my friends after this pandemic. From Spain

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Hope you will enjoy it as much as we do :)

[@mnm2156]

Research my friend, research

[@renatzkigab2616]

¡Buen hermano, bienvenido a nuestro país!

[@Panzer_ze_tank]

Bienvenidos! 🇵🇭

[@questguidetv5050]

Welcome to Philippines 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭😁😁

[@mariaangelinabatallones292]

Subic Bay used to be US base so even if it was returned to the Phil. Gov’t Us traffic rules are being followed

[@aqua_fuschia6178]

I'm actually quite surprised that you just discovered Subic Bay. I must say when you're used to Europe and and America, Subic will suit you really well.

[@yvonnebondoc8707]

I like the way when mike say “makulit” to peanut😹😸😼

[@MakingithappenVlog]

hehe

[@user-wi9ki1hy2p]

hehe(1)

[@lpvallarfamilyvlogs5495]

you can also try the Clark Airbase in Pampanga, its also a former US airbase in the Philippines

[@unforgettablemae5456]

Next time try to explore the ZOOBIC, and there’s a lot of adventure programs and you can also visit the Aeta’s survival tour.

[@jvarquez9135]

Used to work in Subic Airport from 98 to 2009. Feels like a different country when going to Subic from Manila. Fond memories..

[@ProudVIP07]

Yes true its an old US based and until now they maintain the orderliness.

[@iamchuchei]

Hi Mike and Nelly! Try Anawangin Cove, Nagsasa beach and Capones Island! And you can also do camping! Making It Juicy on the Road😀

[@MakingithappenVlog]

Sounds great!

[@Fayery_Random_YT]

awww... i miss that lighthouse. it's very beautiful at night, it changes colors. watch it by the pool..

[@vanekert]

My favorite hangout when I am back home again....

[@cbtowers4841]

“Offense is the best defense in Manila.” Hahaha! You’ve internalized the driving culture. You’re a Jedi now. No longer a Padawan. 🤣🇵🇭

[@jjdf8382]

Nah, the main reason is uneducated, undisciplined drivers, then corrupt and ignorant enforcers.

[@lauralberg156]

Nelly can be so hilarious in a candid way!!! love her positive vibes!!!!

[@solmiranda1298]

Subic Bay was a former US Naval Base, a large one outside US mainland so the urban planning was pattern after US community.

[@wavemaker2077]

Mike did say that in the video.

[@michaelmitchell6629]

Subic bay resort for sure but Pattaya beach an Phuket thailand way more gorgous I think since my ship afs4 docked all three ports in first lebanon war

[@justlilygrace]

Weee!!! Lighthouse Marina Resort! A 3-star hotel. My old client owns it -- who also has shipping line business. I also remembered that they have sailing packages and sailing events. I stayed there for 3 days and two nights in one of their expensive rooms (for free) and brought home their souvenir glass mug. They have bar and restaurant in there. I can still remember that I was working facing the bay during breakfast, and seeing 2-3 US Navy ships arrived. Subic used to be US Naval based here in PH that's why you see that big stuff like that one.

[@rlim6132]

Well, Manila is Wild Wild West when it comes to obeying traffic rules and observing road courtesy.

[@OanhSchlesinger]

Yep. The few times my parents forced me to go along when they traveled off-base we went to Manila & Baguio by victory liner. All I can say about the trip was frightening! Going around the mountains, near the cliffs, passing cars at rapid speed just by one blow of the horn made me close my eyes.

[@jaysondabu9035]

You know bro im so happy . i was born in olongapo. realy you both makes me over the moonnnn. more travrel and may Godbless. we love yahh

[@concon7915]

Mike's adrenaline and excitement is high and Nelly is the one who gets tired.

[@bellacolumbres2218]

😄😄😄

[@DenG611]

Thanks for giving us a glimpse of Subic Bay amidst the quarantine

[@wyceec9288]

That’s right Subic is like being in another country when it comes to traffic, most drivers from the metro is allergic to it 😂 Take care and enjoy! 🤓👍🏻

[@eulalouise1066]

🤣

[@AL-vw7kx]

Back when in 70's as a kid living off by Clark Air Base in Balibago.. streets were were the names of each state's of U.S. .. we lived on California Street.then moved different house on New York st.. the subdivision there looked and feel like U.S. then!

[@kcindtt718]

There's a a delicious seafood restaurant w/all you can eat w/ reasonable price that I always god to everytime im there in Subic. Own by a retired U.S navy Pinoy. I would recommend it for you to check it out. On the restaurant it also has a good clean amazing massage and salon all together in one place. You can't miss it its nearby the beach.

[@rauljamesjimenez6779]

yeah it is true am from manila too..when i went to Subic i was caught of traffic violation..there wa no traffic enforcers around but cctv's.

[@kepsilog68]

And clean...

[@WhoCaresReally2023]

SCTEX is definitely one of the best road to travel to. You'll never get bored with the scenery.

[@henrymercado9949]

I gotta say we filipinos go to subic for dutyfree stores hehe

[@Cerumentric]

OMG You guys finally discovered my hometown! Cleaner than Manila, and local residents are more disciplined in practically everything. Beautiful beaches, great seafood, clean streets, excellent live music scene, with no equal in Manila, and Olongapo City has a quite interesting history as a former U.S. Navy base that goes beyond the stereotyped former red light districts. If you can do so in the future, climb Mt. Balimpuyo in Sta.Rita and you can enjoy a fantastic view of the whole city and Subic Bay area.

[@OanhSchlesinger]

Nothing wrong with the red light district. The bars on magsaysay was the only place that served under 21. A bunch of high school students made going out on weekends a ritual.

[@Wembambwe]

It's a discipline zone

[@LloydSanTolentino]

I LOVE YOU ANELAA! EVERY SINGLE DAY!!

[@maiaservito6268]

Hi Mike and Nelly, that’s our place, and my husband worked at Subic International Airport. We’re happy to see you there.

[@pasdedeux839]

That's my fave coffeshop in Olongapo.. The owner has a great collection of furniture pieces

[@MakingithappenVlog]

So cool!

[@lykacabaltica764]

WOWWWWW thank you for coming here in Subic !!! Yes everybody here drives with discipline, please come again soon and hopefully I can meet you guys 😉, take care

[@monmonfiasco6391]

Subic and clark is Has former US BASES they adopted US style city development

[@hegbertracelis8269]

from Clark here 🙋‍♂️

[@AL-vw7kx]

Don't forget Camp John Hay base in Baguio is same!

[@iceperez6661]

You need to watch the officer and the gentleman of richard gere it was shot here

[@henryt1985]

Hi, Mike! It’s nice to hear you say the word “makulit” in its proper context.

[@reghCam]

mike looks like he really enjoyed, he kept on leaving behind nelly

[@romeohidalgo7059]

I love Nelly for being always on smile and laughing mode.

[@teresitabumidang8831]

Thanks guys for coming to my father land, the pearl of the orient sea, Philippines, we love you guys, ingat

[@shansan7489]

Thank you for promoting Philippines in your blog showing our beautiful places is the best thing I do appreciate 👍🏻stay safe guys🌹

[@alohageno9936]

Thanks for sharing. I was born at Subic Bay Naval Hospital 62 yrs ago! Finally had a chance to visit my birthplace for the first time a couple of yrs ago. Look forward to seeing more of SB in future vlogs.

[@OanhSchlesinger]

Ha! Cool. I remember that hospital. It’s where I got my wisdom teeth pulled!

[@dagnetaggart3205]

Sooo happy you guys went to Subic Bay. My dad used to work there back when it was still under US Navy/Armed Forces. I was born in there. My original hometown!

[@louievie17]

Yeaaaahhh!!! Finally, you made it.. Hope you read my comments from your other uploaded video to visit subic and all hands resorts

[@amazinggrace3921]

That place used to be very clean when the US base was there. Could be a nice beach resort if they keep it clean.

[@alexflor1977]

Welcome to our beautiful city guys.. nice to see you there exploring around.. 🙂👍

[@butsokix]

Drivers in Subic are disciplined. Sana all sa Pinas ganyan. You should go to the jungles of subic.

[@craigmichelson8552]

Just discovered your VLOG and it brought back fond memories. I am retired from the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Subic (Cubi Point) in the early 1970s for three years. What is interesting is that I earned my private pilot’s license there! Can you believe I payed $8 and $12/hr wet (with fuel, total cost) for a Cessna C-150 depending on the age and ownership of the aircraft. I think the C-172s went for $14 and $16! Flew all over Luzon, much different country than today.

[@zomerochavillo9493]

Try Vista Marina, its near there. It has a pool and beside the ocean... then go to Zoobic, so Peanut can see her relatives. The tigers! 😊

[@maysilvio2199]

I'm from subic thanks to you guys I've seen again my home town.

[@barrygilbert1002]

I once ticketed for a traffic violation there in Subic when I was in college, that I should stop on every intersection.🤣😁😜

[@MakingithappenVlog]

wow, so strict here :D

[@rogue1princess614]

That's what driving should be

[@binghellwagner7623]

Barry Gilbert ' Stopping in every intersection is a must and an International Rule ..

[@galactic97]

The roads are marked for stops. One should not stop at every corner. Thats obstructing traffic.

[@ericmedz2804]

Try Anvaya Resorts

[@Freespirit512]

Hi Mike and Nelly, a very nice video and would like to learn more about Subic Bay. Also, Gerry Grill on the waterfront for Asian fusion dishes is good. Safe travels and thank you for your vlog.

[@bellacolumbres2218]

good luck mike on your future career as a pilot!👍🏻 awesome! enjoyed this vlog too! especially the "size 12 vlogger footprint"😄😄& nelly always supportive & you're simply a happy person beautiful! awesome!!💖🌺

[@ezzaAU]

❤❤❤❤ this video so much!!!

[@normandavid3338]

You have to explore more. You just went to one side of SUBIC. Visit the forests and the beach on the other side. It's more beautiful.

[@joycelynbarnuevo5880]

Welcome to our hometown, Subic! It's just really nice driving around here especially in the morning because of the cool breeze and the views. You can try to go in Pamulaklakin and El Kabayo on your next visit. If you're looking for a hotel, you can check Kamana Sanctuary or Anvaya Cove. Enjoy!

[@darrenjeremysantos1695]

Seeing you guys back by a bay that is not Manila bay reminded me so much of the time when you guys were stranded back in Siargao. After seeing your hectic journey getting back to Makati, the relief I felt for and with the both you was immense haha. That was a couple of months ago... A true testament that moments regardless of whether good or bad will pass by, and it's up to you to make everything you want happen. Take care and enjoy!!! :)

[@tarcenareacts4077]

Subic Bay is really a nice place to go to get relax and have fun

[@bingreyesful1]

You know, I used to work there when the US Navy was still there. It was a lot nicer then. Enjoy Subic Bay...

[@jong1966]

Really??

[@erekmeg]

Me too. I used to drive to the mountains to get our supplies. Hopped back in the wrong truck, cuz they all looked the same. Luckily Mr. Bonner a u.s. civilian was with me.😁

[@adelel8821]

I think it is better now than before.

[@EckRD]

Its a lot nicer now lol

[@519ma3mpath]

For accommodation pls try Acea Subic. Its a nice hotel with a beach front.

[@bongtorres1290]

Thanks for loving our country and its people

[@lelaymusic]

yassss! my favorite couple just visited my hometown ♥️

[@geraldg6542]

Looking forward to more Subic vlogs, hopefully very soon 👍

[@petebeltran6899]

Subic Bay used to be the largest United States Naval installation outside America. There's more to see and do in Subic Bay. Please check.

[@marvinmarcelo72]

The "glittery sand" I think are actually ashes from Mt. Pinatubo.

[@OanhSchlesinger]

Haha! Possible.

[@blaro05]

It's a former US military base. When the Americans left, the local base administrators made sure to enforce US driving rules to this day. And they're quite strict about it btw.

[@Em-ud6ow]

Love love this video❣️❤️❣️❤️❣️ A little background: My family’s originally from Mindanao (father’s side). However, when my parents separated we moved to Olongapo to be near my mother’s family. My siblings and I lived with our grandmother in Santa Rita when our mother married an American and they moved to the U.S. Soon after we followed and living in Omaha, NE (aka the Midwest). My auntie and her family lived in Subic Base (as they called it back then). and I spent most of my weekends on base. Basically my second home and I had such wonderful memories I will forever cherish.. I love your description of Subic being similar to the suburbs in the U.S. especially the driving! I’m happy to hear it’s still a great place and I look forward to coming home someday- hopefully soon! Best of luck with your pilot license and I look forward to your next Subic adventure‼️ BTW loving your BMW - my husband and I both drive BMWs.

[@68saluki]

Thank you for visiting my hometown.....Subic Bay used to be the biggest US Navy base outside of the continental USA. I was once stationed there while in the service. I am now in California, but go back to Olongapo once a year. Olongapo used to be the cleanest city in the Philippines. There are now so many tourist attractions in Subic Bay and in Olongapo.

[@christianjunhoffman9142]

Those ports used to be filled with us navy ships. Nice to see it really is peacefull now

[@elmerbais9767]

Welcome to my Town where i was born and grew up, thanks for Visiting.

[@lagemtv1761]

try foods and coffee at the Xtremely Xpresso in SBMA.

[@franklakandula4300]

You guys were fantastic! We always love to watch and support your blogs! God bless and take care always! Keep safe! Surrey, U. K.

[@Rkarlsen]

wow..im so glad that u guys visit our place. Enjoy and keep safe...now im jealous.hahaha

[@joelreyes9875]

Try the following resto - 1) meatplus 2) texas joe”s 3) vasco’s 4) rali”s (my personal fave)

[@ameliaquitugua6208]

your 2 are an awesome couple! Olongapo was my hometown and grow up spending my childhood! Stay safe!🙏💕

[@ericmjrs798]

There's a place specifically there where the beaches were there were you can swim, use bike for water and motor for water

[@vicsalsecurities418]

I miss Olongapo and Subic. So much fond memories for such a short time.

[@OanhSchlesinger]

Were you stationed there? If so, what year?

[@gabrielvicente6027]

Mike and Neely, Subic is truly so different now compared to when I was their extracting the volcanic ashes on US Naval Base with a group of construction team call "Seabees". We were called upon to clear the roads, runways and damage buildings. The reason why the road rules there are so much different compared to other place, because they embraced or kept the American's road law to remain in place in the Naval base there. Thanks for sharing the great footage of the area. God bless

[@eagabriel00]

Im so happy! You finally made it to my hometown!!!!

[@RoydexChannel]

4:05 Yeah, really Subic is well-known to strict implement of First Stop First to Go traffic policy and works very well, good example adapted by Industrial Parks in other provinces :D

[@adeloignacio1644]

Its so nice to know you experience the proper driving practices in sbma...yeah that is road rules when it was still a US Naval base

[@tinaq1376]

Try the forest canopy walk with jungle survival training and the El Kabayo trail. Also Zoobic Safari and Ocean Adventure. Enjoy!

[@juantamad229]

so glad that mike is able to do what he loves in philippines..

[@Shahjameela]

Good day guys... Nice for you to visit our city and subic bay freeport zone. Proud here to saw your smile and great excitement. Loveyou guys😊❤

[@delmedina6793]

Yay! 😍

[@laramaymontablan7319]

worked there in subic bay as an aerial camera operator. such a great experience! flights everyday! :D so so much memories.. btw im the husband of the owner of this account. haha!

[@gemmamuscat4840]

Wow very much proud both.thanks for viewing the beauty of subic bay.amazing .keep safe both an God bless you both 🙏👍❤

[@adelel8821]

I’ve suggested Subic when you asked for a beach near Manila. Next time please check out Acea beach resort. 😍

[@roddvideo]

Love Subic Bay, I really enjoyed my visit there. I'm looking forward to going back again. Stay safe!

[@galactic97]

Try Triboa Bay and the Subic Bay Golf Clubhouse when you come back.

[@vanekert]

My first house was in Triboa, but now I am in Binictican Heights. I can see the Lighthouse from my living room, plus the horses at El Kabayo in the valley below me.

[@gregorywilson4209]

Excellent vlog as always,driving more around the freeport zone would be nice to see,also Anvaya cove , Triboa bay, all hands beach,thankyou for the uplifting vids

[@OanhSchlesinger]

Awe! All hands beach was a favorite spot!

[@odyshopody9387]

I was in Subic Bay back in the 80's with the Navy. Other than some newer buildings, still looks the same. There's an island in the middle of the bay called Grande Island. It was only for US Naval Personnel, and was a nice little resort style island you could go to and relax when you were tired of partying out in town. Great diving there too!

[@OanhSchlesinger]

Grande Island was a favorite spot. On July 4, 1985 my dad rented a cabin on the beach. I sat on a lawn chair from sunrise to sunset reading a book the entire weekend, got a nice tan, and enjoyed every minute of it!

[@michaela.4675]

Oh my goodness! I never would've guessed that my hometown would be featured in your channel. You guys have no idea how excited I am that you guys get to visit and experience it. It made me miss my childhood home even more. Last time I was there was 2018. So many things have changed since then. A lot of those resorts and hotels weren't yet there when I was growing up. And even now I would consider the hotel you've shown to be expensive. I can't recommend any places to see because so much have changed. I'm sure some places I knew have been closed, and there's new businesses being built everyday. And yes, driving there is very different than Manila, and yes, Subic Bay area used to be a US Naval station, so the road design and feel is American. You can still see some buildings (barracks) from that time still standing there. They're converted to hotels and offices. Thanks for sharing my home with the world! I hope you guys come back and really experience it. There's a lot to see and experience.

[@onackkaboombero1181]

Yah me here also proud of subic

[@thecraftydm1301]

Great to see you both exploring Subic Bay I met my wonderful Filipina wife there in 1986 and married her there at the Colomban Church on Magsaysay drive in 1988. I served aboard the USS Midway that frequently stopped in Subic Bay. Much has changed since I was there when it was a military base please check out Grande Island in the bay it is beautiful, also I hear there are zip lines near where I did my jungle survival training near cubi point. We have not been back but so so want to go. Until then we can re-visit through you two. Enjoy and Merry Christmas.

[@dearbuddyfriends6666]

Places to visit Subic Bay (SBFZ) 1. Grande Island 2. Boardwalk (Waterfront Road) 3. Spanish Gate 4. Jest Camp 5. Camayan Beach 6. Crownpeak (Cubi) 7. Bat Kingdom 8. And many more There are lot of beaches in Northern part of Zambales...

[@DenG611]

Is Grande Island open for overnight stay?

[@dearbuddyfriends6666]

@@DenG611 yes

[@maryp3849]

Yeah, in the early 70’s, in Subic base, we had the opportunity to go on board the USS CORAL SEA Aircraft carrier and they toured us around the ship ( there was a basketball court beneath) What a huge moving metal engineering. We yearly visited beach resorts and Safari. Do they still have the biggest Duty Free in Asia?

[@jenifeyv2655]

Mike, flying suits you... you look like a real pilot 👩‍✈️ 🥰

[@TOPTRAVELVLOG]

Wonderful place. Very beautiful video. Nice creation. Great work friends.

[@HealthenFitness]

SBMA feels nice in late 90's and early 2000's. There's a lot to explore there. Go to Cubi ang kalayaan housing.

[@OanhSchlesinger]

I lived in West Kalayaan in new housing. Is it there still?

[@tenztaeza3707]

A decade ago I was there and saw the Hanjin Shipyard (now closed maybe) and an exclusive home subdivision which you an visit next time.

[@OanhSchlesinger]

What was the exclusive home subdivision called? Where is it located?

[@alanisabulawan8029]

WOW beautiful roads.

[@_-943]

Buy a condo in clark green city .. clark green city is a well planned city to replace manila as capital

[@dars1816]

they don't have an ocean

[@jbjb2941]

They don't have a ocean and mountains,forest

[@gilcruz3755]

OMG Automatic parking. That is a cool bmw mike !

[@lloydsan5269]

I LOVE YOU ANELAAA!!!!

[@odelro03]

Oh... I miss Olongapo/Subic Bay... My hometown. The lighthouse is a couple of minutes drive from our home.

[@stephennancho6137]

glad you finally made it to subic.

[@aqua_fuschia6178]

Will take you about a week to get a taste of everything that Subic has to offer. Some places where you can do some pole fishing, jet skiing or simply sightseeing.

[@gerlalu6647]

Welcome to Olongapo and Subic Bay! Yes, we are required to drive like that whenever we're at Subic Bay Freeport Zone, looking forward to seeing you guys here soon, some suggestions for restos: Meatplus, Xtremely Xpresso, Seoul Restaurant, Texas Joe. Also, try Camayan Beach Resort and Ocean Adventure