We drove to Subic recently to visit an interesting golf course destination that is popular among tourists and foreign visitors especially Japanese. Subic International Golf Club is one favorite golf spot among professional and novice players.
We were cordially met by our hosts, Yuki Morita, Japan Desk Manager, and Assistant General Manager Fritz Manuel when we arrived. Yuki and Fritz immediately showed us the Clubhouse facilities which are obviously very new; it was finished in 2018 and they were to go full speed, but the Covid 19 derailed the operation. The elegant Clubhouse features a Locker Room, Function Room, Clinic, and a Restaurant.
The Clubhouse
Our hosts invited us for lunch at the Clubhouse Restaurant which offers renditions of international fusion foods: Filipino, Asian, Italian, Japanese, and Western. The Restaurant can accommodate 80 diners on a full sitting capacity and the good thing is, it is already open to walk-in or non-club members.
An All-Natural Place For Golf
After a sumptuous lunch, Fritz toured our team to ride with him in the golf cart and began to tour us in this 92-hectare golf course. From the golf cart, we could see the lush green surrounding rainforest and the breathtaking view of property. He shared that this all-weather golf course is also a home to some endemic trees, like Palumbuyin , which is more than 100 years old. Fritz also emphasized that no reclamation was done; no uprooting or cutting and replanting of trees; and, nor re-routing of the river happened. SIGC just followed the natural contour or landscape of the area. Nothing was changed; all natural.
Furthermore, SIGC perfectly planted a new generation of grass called Paspalum that is known for its high quality. In addition, there are four to five tee grounds on each hole, denoting the different yardages. This top-quality method of construction is unseen in the rest of the country according to our host.
As we navigated on the hilly part, Fritz also narrated that because this 18-hole championship golf course is surrounded by forest and untouched for hundred years, it is not uncommon that you see monkeys roaming around during your golf round.
People trained for Omotenashi Japanese Hospitality
Led by its amiable General Manager Tomohiro Fujii, SIGC prides itself as the only golf club in the Philippines that employs caddies. Other clubs just hire the services of the caddies on an on-call basis. They provide employment for about a hundred caddies plus the other staff of the golf club.
The Clubhouse Restaurant
The Big Plan
After acquiring from Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) in 2016 and began the large remodeling of the golf course and the construction of the new clubhouse , Subic Smart Community Corporation (SSCC), the corporate entity managing SIGC, still plans to construct 150-room condotel on the vacant portion of the entire property. And to provide more entertainment and amenities, the condotel will feature a swimming pool, spa, gym, basketball court and other recreation facilities. And according to our host, it would be very, very soon.
The writer
It only takes about 3 hours to get to Subic. The next time you want to play golf, treat yourself to a place with people that will create the best swing and stroke for you. Pack you gears and set your Waze to SIGC, 6900 Binictican Drive, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Zambales or call them at +63-47-250-3765 and +63-917-319-1156 or visit their website and Facebook Page.
Enjoy a great play and have a Great Travel to Subic International Golf Club!
We drove to Subic recently to visit an interesting golf course destination that is popular among tourists and foreign visitors especially Japanese. Subic International Golf Club is one favorite golf spot among professional and novice players.
We were cordially met by our hosts, Yuki Morita, Japan Desk Manager, and Assistant General Manager Fritz Manuel when we arrived. Yuki and Fritz immediately showed us the Clubhouse facilities which are obviously very new; it was finished in 2018 and they were to go full speed, but the Covid 19 derailed the operation. The elegant Clubhouse features a Locker Room, Function Room, Clinic, and a Restaurant.
The Clubhouse
Our hosts invited us for lunch at the Clubhouse Restaurant which offers renditions of international fusion foods: Filipino, Asian, Italian, Japanese, and Western. The Restaurant can accommodate 80 diners on a full sitting capacity and the good thing is, it is already open to walk-in or non-club members.
An All-Natural Place For Golf
After a sumptuous lunch, Fritz toured our team to ride with him in the golf cart and began to tour us in this 92-hectare golf course. From the golf cart, we could see the lush green surrounding rainforest and the breathtaking view of property. He shared that this all-weather golf course is also a home to some endemic trees, like Palumbuyin , which is more than 100 years old. Fritz also emphasized that no reclamation was done; no uprooting or cutting and replanting of trees; and, nor re-routing of the river happened. SIGC just followed the natural contour or landscape of the area. Nothing was changed; all natural.
Furthermore, SIGC perfectly planted a new generation of grass called Paspalum that is known for its high quality. In addition, there are four to five tee grounds on each hole, denoting the different yardages. This top-quality method of construction is unseen in the rest of the country according to our host.
As we navigated on the hilly part, Fritz also narrated that because this 18-hole championship golf course is surrounded by forest and untouched for hundred years, it is not uncommon that you see monkeys roaming around during your golf round.
People trained for Omotenashi Japanese Hospitality
Led by its amiable General Manager Tomohiro Fujii, SIGC prides itself as the only golf club in the Philippines that employs caddies. Other clubs just hire the services of the caddies on an on-call basis. They provide employment for about a hundred caddies plus the other staff of the golf club.
The Clubhouse Restaurant
The Big Plan
After acquiring from Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) in 2016 and began the large remodeling of the golf course and the construction of the new clubhouse , Subic Smart Community Corporation (SSCC), the corporate entity managing SIGC, still plans to construct 150-room condotel on the vacant portion of the entire property. And to provide more entertainment and amenities, the condotel will feature a swimming pool, spa, gym, basketball court and other recreation facilities. And according to our host, it would be very, very soon.
It only takes about 3 hours to get to Subic. The next time you want to play golf, treat yourself to a place with people that will create the best swing and stroke for you. Pack you gears and set your Waze to SIGC, 6900 Binictican Drive, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Zambales or call them at +63-47-250-3765 and +63-917-319-1156 or visit their website and Facebook Page.
Enjoy a great play and have a Great Travel to Subic International Golf Club!
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