At about 9:50 a.m. Tuesday morning, the Cape May – Lewes Ferry registered its 45 millionth passenger at the Cape May Ferry Terminal.
Marcus and Jill Villecco of Jackson, NJ purchased a ticket for the 10:30 AM departure bound for Lewes.
DRBA Commissioner Shirley Wilson presented the Villecco family with a gift package of Cape May – Lewes Ferry logo items, free passage on the Ferry, and a certificate valid for future travel aboard the Cape May – Lewes Ferry.
The Villeccos, with sons, Boe and Vince were traveling to Delaware with three other camping families for a vacation to Trap Pond State Park and then Assateague Island, Maryland. The Villecco family uses the ferry service annually for their family vacation tradition.
For more than 50 years, the Cape May – Lewes Ferry has offered continuous service for residents and visitors alike between the Cape May and Lewes resort regions.
In addition to 45 million passengers, the popular ferry service has transported more than 14 million vehicles in its history.
On July 1, 1964, the first ferry vessel departed the Lewes terminal at 6:47 a.m., carrying eight vehicles and fifteen passengers. Since its inception, the Cape May – Lewes Ferry has been integral to the development of the Twin Capes region.
For schedule, rates and other program information, please visit the ferry’s website at www.CMLF.com, or call toll-free, 800-643-3779. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @CMLFerry.
From left: Lewes Ferry mascot, Pirate Pete; Commissioner Shirley Wilson; Boe Villecco, Marcus Villecco, Vince Villecco and Jill Villecco are shown with Mick McNally, assistant director of ferry operations.
