Grand Central Oyster Bar

A timeless New York seafood institution beneath Grand Central Terminal

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• Grand Central Oyster Bar

• Six Train Journeys That Will Change How You See Europe

• Around the World: Hidden Farm in NYC, Strolling the High Line,

  The Azores: Portugal’s Wild Atlantic Islands at the Edge of Europe and a whole lot more…

• Seasonal & Special Occasions To Add To Your List

• Into Orbit: SpaceX launches advanced GPS satellite for US Space Force after rocket swap (photos)

• From Social Media: People walking on the High Line in New York City

• Travel Grub: 5 Delicious Matcha Drinks to Try at Home

• Curious Cove: Classic NYC Restaurants - Grand Central Oyster Bar

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Grand Central Oyster Bar

Located in the heart of Grand Central Terminal, the Grand Central Oyster Bar has been a beloved New York institution since 1913. Originally established by railroad tycoon Cornelius Vanderbilt, it quickly became a favourite for travellers and locals alike, serving fresh oysters and classic seafood dishes. The stunning dining room, designed by architect Rafael Guastavino, features elegant arched ceilings adorned with terracotta tiles. Though the decline in rail travel during the 1960s brought challenges, the restaurant was revitalised by Jerome Brody, preserving its charm and name

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Six Train Journeys That Will Change How You See Europe

There is a moment on every great train journey when the view outside the window stops being simple scenery and becomes something far more memorable. A valley opens without warning. A river appears where there was none a moment before. The light shifts across a mountainside, and for a brief second the carriage falls quiet, as if everyone has noticed it at once—before the train moves on and reveals something entirely new

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Around the World

Hidden Farm in NYC

This beautiful 47‑acre working farm tucked inside New York City offers a peaceful slice of countryside in the middle of the hustle and bustle

Strolling the High Line

Built on a former railway, the High Line offers stunning views, lush greenery, and a peaceful escape from the city. Wander through Chelsea to Hudson Yards, enjoying restored steel structures, art deco railings, and over 200 plant species

A Scenic Sky Ride

The Roosevelt Island Tram offers a unique aerial view of Manhattan, running regularly between 59th Street in Manhattan and Roosevelt Island. Enjoy convenient and scenic transportation

Beneath St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral

For over 200 years, the historic cemetery and underground catacombs of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral have served as the final resting place for prominent New Yorkers. Take a guided tour through the church and its crypts, learning about the rich history of the faithful departed

The River Café

Found under the Brooklyn Bridge, The River Café has been a premier fine dining destination since 1977. Renowned for its classic American cuisine, breathtaking views of the NYC skyline

The Azores: Portugal’s Wild Atlantic Islands at the Edge of Europe

The Azores sit roughly halfway between Lisbon and New York, rising from the mid-Atlantic in nine volcanic islands scattered across 600 kilometres of open ocean. They are part of Portugal, though they feel like a world entirely their own. There are no long beaches lined with sun loungers here. Instead, you find calderas filled with electric-blue lakes, pastures so green they look painted, and thermal springs where you can soak in mineral-rich water that has been heating underground for centuries

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Seasonal & Special Occasions To Add To Your List

Explore this list of seasonal activities not to be missed.

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Into Orbit

SpaceX launches advanced GPS satellite for US Space Force after rocket swap (photos)

SpaceX launched a new GPS satellite for the U.S. Space Force early Tuesday morning (April 21) — a mission that was originally supposed to fly on a competitor's rocket

Behold, the Solar System in All its X-ray Glory

The Universe looks mighty impressive when visualized with X-ray instruments. More importantly, X-ray images provide vital scientific insights by revealing features in the Universe that are not observable in visible light

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From Social Media

People walking on the High Line in New York City

Travel Grub

Recipe

5 Delicious Matcha Drinks to Try at Home

Curious Cove

Classic NYC Restaurants - Grand Central Oyster Bar

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