There is a great deal of confusion in the tourism industry and in peoples minds in general concerning Subic Zambales. Subic sits at the north end of Subic Bay and is located about 10 km north of the Subic Bay Freeport Zone This former site of a US Naval Base is host to many tourist attractions which include casinos, beach resorts, diving/snorkelling, parks, beachside huts and cottages and historical artifacts. Subic itself has few beach resorts and currently no casinos. The most noted beach resort is White Rock.

Another resort that offers a vibrant nightlife aside from simple room accommodations, is Treasure Island Resort. This resort houses the legendary Dryden's, a bar that is known for its drinks and entertainment.The tourism office for the area calls Subic Bay the “Pearl of the Orient” and much like a pearl, it value is hidden unless you know where to look. While scuba diving is becoming increasingly popular in the Philippines and more international divers are arriving, the growth of diving in Subic Bay while growing is doing so at a slower rate.