Grande Island Resort - Vacation Escape From The Metro

I got myself a taste of an early summer escape away from the busy Metro and I must say, 'What a Fun Time It has been!"

Grande Island Resort is a recreational resort facility located in northwest of Manila and south of Zambales Province. A convenient Resort for a weekend getaway and the location is near the business district of Subic Bay Freeport Zone which makes it even better especially if you want to shop in Duty Free.




The stay that we had there was not just for swimming and enjoying the beach alone but we also experience most of the activities that you can experience in the resort .

Lets start with the facilities, which I can say that is pretty good especially if you're in the villa's in front of the shore because the veranda will be facing the beach, and you'll get a very good view of  the beach's scenery  while you're drinking coffee. Off-white sand, Teambuilding facilities, Fitness area by the beach for meditation and yoga, clinic area, jogging trail, organic garden, and marine vessels.

To give you an idea of the land Activities

Land Activities:

Zip Line accross the Lagoon
Spa Services
Beach Volleball
Free Hand Badminton(no courts)
Biking
Videoke
Camping (can set Bon Fire)
Nature trekking around the island with tour guide
Visiting orgtanic farm of the island
Bird watching (seasonal)
Native horse back riding
Billiards and other board games rental

Water Activities:

Swimming Pool
Snorkling
Helmet Diving
Scuba Diving
Towable rides (banana boats, body glove, etc)
Jet skis
Fishing
Kayaking
Bay Cruise

One of the interesting things about Grande Island is its place in our history, because it played a significant role in the defense of the Philippines since the 16th century. Situated at the mouth of Subic Bay, it divides the entrance in half its fine harbor enticed the Spanish government to develop Olongapo in 1885 and fortify Grande Island as a key defense for Manila.

Over all, I can say that my stay was a fantastic experience. Not very crowded, near Manila, fine climate nice sand and with historical value. Fine way to relax over the weekend and place to spend team buildings and vacation.