Is a Ferry Between Miami and Havana in the Near Future?
The plan is currently waiting approval from the Obama Administration
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A Cuban exile is awaiting approval from the Obama Administration to launch a ferry service between Miami and Havana
While many Cuban exiles in their 70s remain rigid about not establishing diplomatic ties with Cuba, Armando Ruiz is trying his hardest to bring the countries together.
By ferry.
According to the New York Times, the 72-year-old former concert promoter has the plan in place. A thrice-weekly ferry that will travel overnight between Miami and Havana.
It would be cheaper than a flight and allow passengers to transport almost 200 pounds of cargo instead of the usual 44 pounds, which is the limit on airlines.
It would be a perfect opportunity to help the Cuban people by bringing them much-needed supplies, he says.
All he is waiting for is approval from the Obama Administration, which already began easing travel restrictions after President Bush had tightened them.
“How could he deny it if he says he wants to open up Cuba,” said the republican who voted for Obama.
“This is not a dream. This is a right.”
If approved, Ruiz will charter a $23 million, 600-cabin cruise-ferry from a dealer in Lithuania.
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