Constellation (CV 64) - Naval Cruise Book

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X pace by a horse-drawn carriage trying to Wend its way in the line of automobile traffic. Tourists were treated to what was proba- bly the best shopping, restaurants and discos in the Philippines, perhaps the best in Asia. ' D With the tours and Olongapo City easily accessable, most of Connie's sailors left the naval base where the ship was moored to go on liberty. but some had just as good a time on base. They enjoyed shopping at the Navy Exchange, Far East Trader or the Stars and Stripes book store. They enjoyed free bowling, free horseback riding, free golfing, swimming, snorkling, the ship's picnic on Grande Island, miniture golf, go-kart racing, and many other activities including sports. Whatever Connie sailors did during the Philippine port visit, whether ,it was sports, touring the countryside or checking out Olongapo City, there will probably be one thing they will always remember... those brightly colored, wildly decorated, open air. public transportation jeepneys that outnumber private vehicles five to one and scoot in and out of traflic like taxis in New York City. Clockwise from left: A tour bus takes Connie sailors through John Hay Air Station in Baguio. lPhoto by J02 Milesl A huge World War II cannon is paid much atten- the tour to Corregidor. iPhoto by HM2 Jerry of. the guides on the bus during be the sight on the ,Ford Coppola setpfor -his film one

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Clockwise from above: Children in native dress do a lot of pretending in Baguio's Bontantical Gardens. Two Connie sailors pose with Filipino college students in front of the president's summer mansion in Baguio. lPhotos by J02 Bill Milesl Connie sailors and their tour guide get their picture taken in front of their Manila hotel. iPhoto by SA John Gucal The scenery was spectacular for many crew- members who went on the Tagaytay tour. iPhoto by AZAN lien Kolkl A local prepares some tasty Filipino food. And xggigl. a couple of Connie sailors try some of that food. lPhotos by J02 Bill Milesl Those who went on the Corregidor tour were impressed with the size of the World War ll guns. The mile-long Topside Barracks still stands today as a monument to those who fought and died. Banca boats were used to transport tourists to Corregidor. lPhotos by l-lM2VJerry Sojferlg Many Filipinos shop in the open air market in,Baguio, which is said to be the cleanest in the -Philippines. IPhoto by JO2 Bill Milesl iq' I -fi .Q I I .f gi I I Vs r l