Olongapo Travel Guide

 
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  •   Things to Do
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  •   Things to Do
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  •   Things to Do
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  •   Things to Do
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  •   Things to Do
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Things to Do  

clouds collection onda way to 'GApowHH!

clouds collection onda way to 'GApowHH!, Olongapo

 missmarianne Says:  while in bus back to olongapo.. the window showcased this greengreengreen grass of hope with playfUL sky above (the clouds keep changing shapes..!). You won't get bored and tired travelIn if you just try to appreciate God's materpieces slapping your face..ouch..! 

Hotels  

Subic International Hotel

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Hotels  

SUBIC RESIDENCIAS: Olongapo's Newest and Budget Hotel

SUBIC RESIDENCIAS: Olongapo's Newest and Budget Hotel, Olongapo

 traveladdict28 Says:  *very relaxing!**near bars and most visited places in Olongapo!***spacious room area!****conviently located at the business district of olongapo!*very warm hospitality!**ideal balance of space,comfort and budget! 

Budget Hotels: OLONGAPO and SUBIC BAY

Budget Hotels: OLONGAPO and SUBIC BAY, Olongapo

 StefanosS Says:  Admiral Royale Hotel19 Anonas, West Bajac Balac. Tel: 222 2400 Aguilar EmilieLindayag Et. Tel: 222 2410 Anne Raquel's Hotel and Restaurant1 Magsaysay Drive. Tel: 222 2215 Right in the corner opposite the main gate. Arlene's Inn 19, 5th Street, West Bajac Bajac. Tel: 222 5320... 

Arlene's Inn 3: Budget Accommodation

Arlene's Inn 3: Budget Accommodation, Olongapo

 StefanosS Says:  Anything needed for a budget one-night stay. Absolutely clean, cable-TV, air-con, bathroom. There were also other bigger rooms - maybe at higher price. 900 pesos for d-bed (two persons). 

Restaurants  

Arby's: congeeelicious @ Arby's

Arby's: congeeelicious @ Arby's, Olongapo

 missmarianne Says:  If you are a cOngee mammal.. you should visit Arby's. Their serving of plain congee alone can get you full tank not discounting its good taste pa.. They also serve goto,rice toppings of beef and chicken and other mura meriendas.. so if you are in Olongapo taz ur on a tight... 

Transportation  

d road deVIL saULog..

d road deVIL saULog.., Olongapo

 missmarianne Says:  Saulog fare is cheaper than Victory but am telling you.. pray a lot before the driver leavesthe terminal..lol! it's P161 from sm north to Gapo and vice versa. if you are in a hurry take this saulog ride to manila. the manong driver could "SSSSoarRRRRRRRRRRR" and get you... 

color coded Jeepneys..!

color coded Jeepneys..!, Olongapo

 missmarianne Says:  of all the places I've been.. onLy Olongapo has the fun trAnsportation system.. you will never ever get lost here as long as you know, at least, the exact (name of) place you are going to.. you won't need much directions to consider just this:bLue jeep - Barreto (P7.50)red... 

Victory to Gapo!

Victory to Gapo!, Olongapo

 missmarianne Says:  from Manila the regular fare for Victory airconditioned buses (even Saulog) is P165.00 plus P5.00 for insurance chervagh if your riding from the bus terminal. Chance passengers still pay P165 (just that no more insurance). 

How to get there...

How to get there..., Olongapo

 StefanosS Says:  If you search in the internet, you will get the info that from Manila you can take a boat from PCC pier to Orion and from there a fast air-con bus directly to Olongapo and Subic Bay Freeport Zone. WRONG !!!The above info is old and not valid any more. The boat is still... 

Shopping  

Celvitekl: Cellphone shop

Celvitekl: Cellphone shop, Olongapo

 vinc_bilb Says:  I didn't expect to visit this shop but I had. Anyway, after choosing a phone, I was not able ... to pay by credit card (was rejected several time), nor cash (credit card rejected in the ATM) and after my 1st visit to a money changer (euros not accepted).The 3rd time was the... 

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 Anything needed for a budget one-night stay. Absolutely clean, cable-TV, air-con, bathroom. There were also other bigger rooms - maybe at higher price. 900... 

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gapo Mardi Gras.

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 Gapo is having festivities of all sort. all set on the main street which is the magsaysay avenue. every night, especially tonight, big events like battle of the band, mardi gay (gay pageant), exhibits... 

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Olongapo - Subic Bay Freeport Zone

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 Subic bay got its name from the small Subic town at the northern part of the bay. Olongapo is the big city in the area and the big port. Both Subic and Olongapo belong to Zambales province. The... 

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Navy Times

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 Olongapo used to be Party Central for the fleet and us landbased sailors.I met some really great musicians there. A fond memeory 

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OLONGAPO, AND MANILA

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 I WAS STATIONED AT SUBIC BAY NAVAL BASE MARINE BARRACKS 69-71 WHILE VIETNAM WAS IN FULL SWING. OLONGAPO WAS A ROARING TOWN BACK THEN. ESPECIALY WHEN THE 7TH FLEET WAS IN. ANYTHING MONEY COULD BUY WAS... 

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Olongapo City...Philippines

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 My husband Gary recently went to Olongapo city to do missions work with a group from church. To help the street kids medically and to help feed them....and so on. And also they helped build a church... 

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