Private tour in Saipan Walt G

TINIAN to Hiroshima Enola Gay Historic Tour

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Walt G.

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IMPORTANT: If calendar is unavailable, contact me! I MAY be available to make an exception during the rainy season! I was born on the island of Jamaica, West Indies, moved to the states and graduated from Columbia University as a civil engineer, lived in New York City most of my life, but escaped from America to live on Saipan in February of 2006! It's been one of the top 3 decisions I've ever made! Saipan is a tropical paradise! Since moving here, I have created numerous Saipan-related websites, written several books about Saipan's life/culture/economy, offered entrepreneurial workshops, written a business column for 5 years for the Saipan Tribune, and currently offer unique private Saipan day tours like the ones featured on ToursbyLocals to help others discover and experience the Saipan I know and love! As an island boy myself, with an engineer's attention to detail, an outsider's objectivity and an author's knack for narrative and nuance, I believe my saipan tours can offer you a glimpse of Saipan that few others can and that few visitors to the island will ever experience! 1. I am the recipient of SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 15-54 by THE SENATE FIFTEENTH NORTHERN MARIANAS COMMONWEALTH LEGISLATURE recognizing me for "[my] numerous accomplishments with and without the Commonwealth; Expressing gratitude for [my] efforts for the betterment of the people of the Commonwealth" 2. I have researched and written the following books (a) Saipan Living, (b) Doing Business on Saipan, (c) Chicken Feathers & Garlic Skin: Diary of a Chinese Garment Factory Girl on Saipan (d) Jamaican on Saipan which have afforded me a unique perspective life, culture, business and politics on the island of Saipan 3. I have written a business column (The Saipanpreneur Project) for five years for the Saipan Tribune newspaper Visits to Mount Tapachao (also Tapatchao), the highest point on the island of Saipan will require rental of a special vehicle at additional charge. Inquire for details.

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Overview of your Saipan tour

Three miles south of Saipan is Tinian--from which the Enola Gay took off on its fateful Hiroshima mission of 1945. It would be a missed opportunity to come all the way to Saipan and not visit this site that changed the course of history. We'll also see indigenous Chamorro & Carolinian sites, with some of the largest latte stones in existence! Walt holds a B. S. in Civil Engineering from Columbia University, and relocated from NYC to Saipan in Feb 2006. He has written 7 books, launched over 20 websites, written a weekly column in the Saipan Tribune and launched fundraisers all devoted to sharing the culture and history of these islands. In 2007, he received a Senate Resolution for "his numerous accomplishments with and without the Commonwealth; Expressing gratitude for his efforts for the betterment of the people of the Commonwealth, " AND, is the 2021 recipient of the Governor's Humanities Award for Research & Publication in the Humanities, Outstanding Humanities Teacher, & Preservation of CNMI history.

Your Saipan tour itinerary

7:15am pickup at hotel 7:30am check in at Saipan's commuter terminal 8:00am flight to Saipan 8:15am arrival on Tinian - Radio Communications Building - Shinto Shrine #1 - American Memorial - Blow Hole - Runway Able (drive) - Runway Baker (drive) - Bomb Group memorials - Air Operations Building - Air raid shelters (walk inside) - Air Administration Building (2nd floor) - Power Plant (diesel fuel; 3 structures with bomb damage) - BOMB PITS #1 and #2 - Bomb assembly area (trek on foot to site) - Chulu Beach & bunker - Amphibious landing craft - pass by Secret fenced facility; Voice of America - Hidden Japanese canon in cave - Seabees monument - House of Taga Latte Stone interpretive center - Taga beach detour to see container hotel - Replicas of Little Boy and Fat Man - Suicide Cliff - Shumiyoshi Shrine - Historic Preservation Office 2:00pm return to airport 2:30pm- flight to Saipan

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

4WD Vehicle

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

I Fadang, Saipan, 96950, Northern Mariana Islands

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Tour categories
Layover
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
153237
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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This private tour in Saipan is ideal for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in World War II history and the events surrounding the Enola Gay's mission. It's also perfect for travellers who want to explore indigenous Chamorro and Carolinian culture, as well as those who appreciate connecting with a knowledgeable local guide like Walt G. for deeper insights into the area's history and culture.

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