Zg331. It seems some military visitors organized their own Corregidor visit (April 2023) and tied-up their special crafts to the famous Lorcha Dock were Gen. MacArthur departed from in March 1942 with a heavy heart for Australia to organize his return to the Philippines and the defeat of Japan per repeated orders of President Roosevelt.
Corregidor News as of 2023 Jan. 01
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This section is generated because of the You Tube Channel “Tour from Home TV” posted a video!
This is CORREGIDOR ISLAND in 2023!
Manila’s Most Historic Tourist Spot | Full Tour | Philippines, click here:
This is an about 1 hour and 12 minute’s video presentation by the You Tube Channel “Tour from Home TV”. I liked it and got their permission to repost this video and add a few screenshots.
This was filmed in April 2023 and it has many comments, if interested.
They added this detailed booking and travel information for your pleasure.
283,675 views Apr 29, 2023
Welcome to Corregidor Island, the Philippines’ most remarkable and historic destination! If you’re looking for that ultimate ONE-DAY tour that’s easily accessible in Manila, then look no further than Corregidor Island! Corregidor Island is just 2.5 hours away from Manila via ferry.
The terminal is located in a very familiar location, the SM By The Bay, MOA Complex! This is a guided tour, so everything will be organized, smooth, and stress-free! Corregidor Island is a small rocky island located at the entrance of Manila Bay in the Philippines. It played a significant role during World War II, serving as a vital military defense post against Japanese invasion.
Today, Corregidor Island is a popular tourist destination known for its historical landmarks, including ruins of old barracks, gun emplacements, and tunnels. Visitors can explore the island’s rich history and witness its stunning natural beauty.
No talk, just walk.
Please see the chapters below in the video for easier navigation.
0:00 – Intro
1:19 – Seaside Terminal MOA
3:44 – Inside the Ferry
5:04 – Ferry Ride to Corregidor
8:21 – Start of Corregidor Tour
13:26 – Battery Way
18:10 – Battery Hearn
21:18 – Battery Grubbs
28:14 – Mile Long Barracks
33:40 – Pacific War Memorial
38:09 – Memorial Museum
42:38 – Cinema Corregidor
45:00 – Spanish Lighthouse
49:41 – Battery Geary
52:57 – Lunch Break
55:44 – Japanese Memorial Garden
57:34 – Filipino Heroes Memorial
1:00:13 – Malinta Tunnel
1:10:13 – Ferry to Manila
*Filmed in April 2023. ___
THE RATE FOR THE DAY-TRIP TOUR IS ₱4,500 ($80) PER HEAD, INCLUSIVE OF FERRY RIDES, LUNCH BUFFET, AND ALL OF THE ATTRACTIONS.
To book your tour in Corregidor, please read the description properly.
Prior to the pandemic in 2020, SUN CRUISES INC. used to handle all Corregidor-related tours. But on May 16, 2020, Sun Cruises Inc. permanently closed its doors. So with this, there were some changes in booking a trip to Corregidor.
- All tours are now directly handled by Corregidor Foundation Inc. (CFI) -the sole facilitator of the island.
- Overnight tours are suspended as the hotel in Corregidor is still closed.
- Tours are not every day. There are no fixed dates. Tours may be canceled if there are not enough passengers.
- There are 3rd party tour organizers, but most of them are located in Bataan as it is closer to Corregidor. If you want to take a ferry in MOA, then you have to rely on Corregidor Foundation Inc.(CFI).
- 3rd party tour organizers are usually cheaper as they don’t need to pay for any ferries to and from Manila. Bataan is just 4.8km away from Corregidor via a smaller boat.
Now, to book your tours with CFI please do the following:
- Corregidor tour DATES are not posted online or anywhere else. You have to ask them directly. With this, you have three options to contact them:
–Call them at +632-88233281
–Leave a message on their website , click here:
–Email them at info@corregidorisland.com.ph
- If you agreed on a specific date, they usually ask for your name, DOB, address, contact number, and the date of your tour. These details must be sent to their email. (Don’t expect any automated system, forms, or any electronic booking system.)
- They will ask you to pay for the full amount of ₱4,500 ($80) on their Landbank account.
- Once you’re paid, just wait for their reply with your booking confirmation and a photo of your official receipt.
- No more extra charges throughout the tour, except for the terminal fee at MOA for ₱30.
- Address of the terminal is ESPLANADE SEASIDE TERMINAL, SEASIDE BLVD., MALL OF ASIA COMPLEX. This is right beside Vikings Restaurant.
- Be at the terminal at 5:30AM. Bring drinks and extra clothes. Expect to be back in Manila at 4:30PM. THE RATE FOR THE DAY-TRIP TOUR IS ₱4,500 ($80) PER HEAD, INCLUSIVE OF FERRY RIDES, LUNCH BUFFET, AND ALL OF THE ATTRACTIONS.
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They gave me permission!
Hi!
Thank you for your interest in our Corregidor walking tour video.
Sure, feel free to use my video for your intended purpose.
Best regards,
TFH TV
On Jun 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM, Karl-Wilhem Welteke <bonotrowena@ …..yahoo.com> wrote:
Hello
My name is Karl-Wilhelm Welteke, a retired US Navy man, permanent resident in Olongapo City.
I would like to post your YT video URL of your video: This is CORREGIDOR ISLAND in 2023! | Manila’s Most Historic Tourist Spot | Full Tour | Philippines and all the booking pertaining information you posted there in.
And I would like to add also about 5 screen captures of your video
.I have visited Corregidor over 60 times and have contributed to a Corregidor Forum and here we have posted the latest information of visiting Corregidor: https://corregidor.proboards.com/thread/2317/corregidor-status-tourists-report-onwards?page=4
Your permission would be very much appreciated.
Best regards
Karl
Here are the screen shots.
Zg327. For large groups visiting Corregidor Island, at least for this one. It departed from the terminal ESPLANADE SEASIDE TERMINAL, SEASIDE BLVD., MALL OF ASIA COMPLEX. This is right beside Vikings Restaurant.
Zg328. The familiar Sun Cruises Corregidor Trolley’s are still available, CFI sold some but 3 to 4 Trolleys are still on the island.
Zg329. At Topside on Corregidor Island, on the Parade Ground of the former Fort Mills the flags were flying.
Zg330. The brand new dining, coffee and multipurpose hall at the Former MacArthur Café on Corregidor Island near the Gen. MacArthur stature was used for the lunch buffet.
Zg331. It seems some military visitors organized their own Corregidor visit (April 2023) and tied-up their special crafts to the famous Lorcha Dock were Gen. MacArthur departed from in March 1942 with a heavy heart for Australia to organize his return to the Philippines and the defeat of Japan per repeated orders of President Roosevelt.
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Aguinaldo Proclamation of Independence Document Restoration
The Gen. MacArthur Memorial in Norfolk sent out this request on the 27th June 2023.
Hey everybody,
Last spring, the MacArthur Memorial’s Aguinaldo Proclamation of Independence took second place in the Virginia Association of Museums contest for a restoration grant. Since then, we have been raising money for the restoration of this unique historical document. We are almost half-way there. Please follow the prompt that will take you to our website and explanation of the significance of the Proclamation. If you can help us in any way, we will be most appreciative.
Thanks,
Jim Zobel
MacArthur Memorial
Current total is $1390. $1610 to go!
https://macarthurmemorial.org/528/Conservation-Fundraiser-Aguinaldos-1899-
Zg332
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US and Philippine Army Generals visit Corregidor Island, Philippines, to Commemorate Key WWII Battles
In May 2023 and this is the US Army URL and the picture is included, click here for the URL:
Zg623. FORT SHAFTER, HI, UNITED STATES
05.09.2023
Courtesy Story, click here:
Note from Karl: I read the article and was disappointed that there was no comment on the current sad affairs of visiting the island; No Scheduled Tours, Expensive Boats from Bataan, No transportation on the Island and very, very little accommodations for overnight visits.