Metro North Travel Advice - New York

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<p>^^^ Then there are those of us who commute through there every single weekday and are a little blase when it comes to its charms . . . .</p>

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<p>Grand Central is lovely. Jackie Kennedy Onnasis spearheaded the drive to have it restored. It has the orignal ceiling, with the constellations. I go through it every day and still love it. I think the restuaruants on the upper level are expensive – the Oyster Bar, off ot the side on the mezz level, claims to be bargain priced (only in NY!). There are a bunch of inex*****ve places on the lower level, good to keep you going. </p>

<p>But if you are short on time and money, I would go with 125th. One thing to keep in mind, if you are going to do Grand Central one way, I would do it on the way back. When you leave Laguardia to go to 125th, unless you are leaving from the Marine Terminal (the Delta shuttle terminal), you can usually get a seat. On the way back, if you get on the M60 at 125th, you may not get a seat. The bus starts on the West side by Columbia and then heads east to 125th.</p>

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<p>Now here’s a question about Grand Central, which we plan to come through on the way back - is there any place to store luggage, short term, in Grand Central, be it lockers or a “left luggage” office.</p>

<p>BTW, I have been through Grand Central countless times and am well aware of its charms. On the way to New Haven, I am more concerned about time.</p>

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<p>There is no place to store luggage at Grand Central. However, if you are sneaky, you can store your luggage with the concierge at the Grand Hyatt, right above Grand Central. I say “sneaky” because, obviously, this is a service for those who just stayed at the hotel but have to check out before they’re ready to leave the City. The lobby at the Grand Hyatt is huge, so you should have no trouble with this.</p>

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<p>Great call on the M60 bus. Took it without a problem and caught the Metro North at 125th and Park. $2 per person and very quick. Thanks again for the suggestion!</p>

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<p>Yippee! Enjoy New Haven. You’ve got some great weather for your trip.</p>