A Russian-born billionaire has been parking his mega-yacht in front of the Statue of Liberty for the past two months and seafarers say its blocking cherished views of the symbol of freedom.

Russian yacht statue of liberty. Le Grand Bleu a luxury yacht owned by Evgeny Markovich Shvidler a Russian oil tycoon sails to Liberty Island Credit. A cheapskate Russian billionaire is avoiding paying a thousand dollars a day by parking his super yacht in front of the Statue of Liberty. All ferry ticketing is run through Statue Cruises which is the only vendor authorized to provide tickets and transportation to Liberty and Ellis Islands.

Wealthy enough to own a mega-yacht but too cheap to pay for parking. Yacht is the third billionaires playtoy to. The site of the Statue of Liberty brought hope and peace for many.

The Statue of Liberty arrived in New York on this day in 1885 aboard the French frigate Isère in 214 crates that held the disassembled gift from the people of France. A Russian-born billionaire has been parking his mega-yacht in front of the Statue of Liberty for the past two months and seafarers say its blocking cherished views of the symbol of freedom. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Frequently Asked Questions.

No other ferry company can give you access to the Islands. From 3749 2999 per person. Russian oil oligarch Eugene Shvidler avoided berthing fees and.

Get up close to the Statue of Liberty as you see New York as it. New York City. A Russian billionaire has parked his mega-yacht directly in front of the Statue of Liberty blocking views of Americas most famous symbol of freedom.

Is not the first billionaire to ruin views of the Statue of Liberty this summer. See the Statue of Liberty and Tour the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Cruise past Ellis Island and the Brooklyn Bridge and take in views of the Manhattan skyline.