VEE 2017 New York Travel Guide

INTERNATIONAL VISION EXPO

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GETTING AROUND TOWN

Welcom e

International Vision Expo East welcomes you to New York City! We want your time in NYC to be relaxing and enjoyable.

In order to get your bearings in the Big Apple it helps to understand the neighborhoods and all they have to offer. Our official event hotel locations are color coded on the map below.

NYC’S TEN TIPS FOR TOURISTS

WELCOME TO NEW YORK —

New York City’s five boroughs—the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island—are home to 8.4 million residents and a travel destination for millions of visitors every year (54.3 million in 2013, to be exact). Covering 301 square miles, the landscape can seem complicated, but by learning the city’s individual neighborhoods—as well as keeping in mind NYC’s Ten Tips for Tourists—anyone can maneuver themselves like a New Yorker by the end of their trip.

This visitor guide highlights the best of Manhattan with suggested things to see and do while you’re in town for Vision Expo East. Every venue featured reflects the personality of its distinct neighborhood and was selected to inspire your leisure time in NYC.

Fifth Avenue divides the east side of Manhattan from the west.

65+ of the city’s parks offer free Wi-Fi.

Smoking is prohibited in all city restaurants, beaches and parks.

Taxicabs accept both cash and credit cards.

Subway trains A through Z and 1 through 7 run 24 hours a day.

Most Broadway shows are closed on Mondays.

Walking 20 streets (north to south) or five avenues (east to west) in Manhattan is one mile. ost museums are either always free, M or free on specific days of the week or month.

I t’s customary to tip between 15% and 20% at restaurants, bars and in cabs. ost restaurants shut down at 11pm, M bars close at 4am, but numerous delis, pharmacies and the Apple store on Fifth Avenue stay open around the clock.

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M i dto w n / M i dto w n W es t From restaurants and stores to theaters and skyscrapers, Midtown Manhattan is the hub for all tourist-related activities. Encompassing Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park and the developing Hudson Yards, this part of the city usually acts as a starting point and compass for all out-of-towners. Always bustling and brightly lit, neighborhood businesses typically stay open a little later for those attending live shows.

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GOTHAM WEST MARKET—This 10,000-square-foot indoor market features 8 artisanal food vendors serving coffee, cocktails, sandwiches, tapas, ramen and more.

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL—A New York City landmark, this entertainment venue offers renowned performances and backstage tours every week.

EMPIRE STATE BUILDING—One of New York City’s tallest and most recognizable buildings, this Art Deco skyscraper shapes Manhattan’s skyline at 103 stories.

ENTERPRISE—NASA’s gift to NYC, this retired space shuttle resides at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum—a World War II aircraft carrier permanently moored on the Hudson River.

CARNEGIE HALL—One of the world’s most prestigious venues for classical and popular music, it hosts roughly 250 performances every season.

THE MODERN—Choose between the MoMA’s formal dining room and casual bar room for fresh seasonal dishes and an indulgent dessert menu.

NORMA’S—Le Parker Meridien’s upscale breakfast spot, known for its $1,000 lobster and caviar frittata. Tip: Menu items are served until 3pm every day.

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RESTAURANT ROW—West 46th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues was declared “Restaurant Row” by Mayor John Lindsay in 1973. Today this block hosts more than 30 eateries of various cuisines for theatregoers before and after their show.

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DRINK WHISKEY PARK—Just steps from Central Park, this swanky Gerber Group venue inside the Trump Parc building is an after-work favorite for moguls and investors.

TOP OF THE ROCK—Rockefeller Center’s Observation Deck offers quick elevator rides 70 stories high for a 360-degree view of Manhattan.

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RAINBOW ROOM—After closing in 2009, the legendary 1930s bar, restaurant and event space has been renovated and reopened. Celebrate amongst its brandnew crystal curtains and silver-leaf ceiling.

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DIAMOND DISTRICT — 47th street, located between Fifth and Sixth avenues, in Midtown Manhattan has been known as the NYC’s Diamond District since the 1920s. Here shoppers, many of whom seeking one-of-a-kind bargains, can find any type of diamond, gemstone, fine jewelry or watches.

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MACY’S—One of the largest stores in the world sits in the heart of Herald Square—a central point along the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade route. Tip: Domestic and international visitors can print an online Visitor Savings Pass for 10% off their in-store purchases.

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Bordering the Hudson River and overlooking New Jersey, the west side of Manhattan is how people enter New York City by train, bus and car. Quieter and more residential than Midtown West, the Upper West Side (UWS) still offers a number of top-notch restaurants, cultural institutions and historic attractions.

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JACOB’S PICKLES—Serving nothing but comfort food, this Southern-style eatery specializes in fried and pickled dishes.

SMOKE JAZZ & SUPPER CLUB—An intimate venue that serves up dinner, drinks, jazz legends and emerging talent every night of the week.

THE SHOPS AT COLUMBUS CIRCLE— The city’s indoor shopping center located at the Time Warner Center building outside the southwest corner of Central Park. Its upscale stores include A|X Armani Exchange, Cole Haan, Stuart Weitzman and Thomas Pink. Fine dining options include the Michelin three-star Per Se and 26-seat Masa, one of the world’s most expensive restaurants.

THE CECIL—The city’s first Afro-AsianAmerican brasserie opened by Alexander Smalls and Richard Parsons.

TAVERN ON THE GREEN—Reopened under new management, Central Park’s renowned restaurant is revived and as lively as ever.

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PROHIBITION—A stylish bar and lounge that features cool décor and live music every night.

LISTEN BEACON THEATRE—A historic NYC theater on north Broadway that used to be a movie palace. Able to seat almost 3,000 people, it stands as one of the city’s best live music and entertainment venues today.

VISIT AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY (AMNH)—An iconic venue that features a planetarium, exhibits on people and animals throughout the ages, an IMAX theater and a must-see dinosaur wing.

LINCOLN CENTER—Home to The Metropolitan Opera and New York City Ballet.

NEW YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY— The first museum established in New York, it reopened to the public in 2011 after undergoing a three-year $70 million renovation. Today it features new galleries, an innovative children’s museum and library, multi-media installations and Caffè Storico, a fine-dining eatery by Stephen Starr, restaurateur behind Buddakan and Morimoto.

UNIQUE TO NEW YORK V—The apartment building on the northwest corner of 72nd Street and Central Park West is where John Lennon was shot in 1980. It sits directly across from the 2.5-acre of land housing the “Imagine” mosaic dedicated to the memory of the musician.

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SYLVIA’S—A Harlem staple, this soul food restaurant has welcomed the likes of Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama.

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BARNEYS NEW YORK, BERGDORF GOODMAN, BLOOMINGDALES, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, HENRI BENDEL— Boutiques like Prada, chains like Abercrombie & Fitch, and memorable stores like Tiffany’s line the paralleled streets of Fifth Avenue, Madison Avenue and Lexington Avenue.

APPLE STORE—Located beneath an innovative and architecturally awarded glass cube, this flagship store located across from the southeast corner of Central Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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Lined by the East River, Midtown East and the Upper East Side (UES) are just a tram trip and ferry ride away from Roosevelt Island and Queens, respectively. Sharing Fifth Avenue and covering Grand Central Station, Museum Mile and the United Nations headquarters, these affluent neighborhoods include some of the best fine-dining restaurants, cultural institutions and chic shopping stores in the entire borough.

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THE MEATBALL SHOP—Create your meal by choosing from 3 sandwiches, 5 house-ground balls, 6 sauces, 12 sides and numerous desserts.

THE BAR DOWNSTAIRS—A small, stylish and discreet bar underneath the Andaz 5th Avenue hotel that offers mixologist drinks and tapas plates.

THE EAST POLE KITCHEN & BAR—A simple and elegant restaurant housed in a historic brownstone offering fresh organic produce and proteins.

WHISKEY BLUE—A modernly masculine lounge featuring leather club chairs and a well-stocked bar. Located on the ground floor of the W New York on Lexington Avenue.

RÔTISSERIE GEORGETTE—Created by a former employee of chef Daniel Boulud, this fancy rotisserie specializes in rustic décor and roasted chicken.

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CAMPBELL APARTMENT—Once the private office of millionaire American financier John Williams Campbell (1880-1957), today this posh lounge tucked away in Grand Central Station serves cocktails, wine, champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Tip: Try the Prohibition Punch.

DYLAN’S CANDY BAR—Houses over 7,000 confections making it have the largest, unparalleled selection of candies and candy-related gifts from around the world. It is a museum of candy where each piece is literally curated like precious art. The whimsical displays highlight candies’ vibrant colors, textures, eye-popping graphics, creative packaging, gorgeous patterns and distinctive shapes.

INDULGE SERENDIPITY III—This restaurant and dessert shop known for its Frrrozen Hot Chocolate is frequented by locals, tourists and celebrities alike.

VISIT MUSEUM MILE—One of the densest areas of culture in the world, Fifth Avenue between 82nd Street and 105th Street features ten of the city’s most prominent museums, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim, Museum of the City of New York and The Jewish Museum. Tip: Check out The Met’s secluded Chinese Garden Court and remote outpost, The Cloisters, which houses medieval art.

UNIQUE TO NEW YORK GRACIE MANSION—The official residence of the Mayor of the City of New York built in 1799. Located at East End Avenue and 88th Street, it was refurbished in 2002 by Mayor Bloomberg’s favorite interior designer Jamie Drake. The public is permitted to tour the historic site on Tuesdays, only with a scheduled reservation.

HIDDEN GEM BERLIN WALL—5 panels of the original Berlin Wall are tucked away in a tiny plaza on 53rd Street between Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue.

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F lat i r o n / C h el s e a The Flatiron District is named for the famous 22-story triangular building (a.k.a. the world’s first steel-frame skyscraper) that sits across from the southeast corner of Madison Square Park. A major commercial quarter, this small area boasts of hip hotels, brand-name stores, ritzy lounges and finedining restaurants. Low-key Chelsea sits just west of the busy neighborhood and houses ethnic delis, antique shops, fine art galleries and the Flower District.

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SHOP CHELSEA MARKET—Once the National Biscuit Company factory building (where the Oreo cookie was created), today this space features over 30 restaurants, food stores and shops, including hand-made goods by Amy’s Bread and themed cookies by Eleni’s New York.

LIMELIGHT SHOPS—This Neo-Gothic church-turned-nightclub-turned shopping center features upscale boutiques, a produce market, Grimaldi’s pizza, Baci Gelato and a courtyard seating area.

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CAFE EL PRESIDENTE—A massive Mexican marketplace and café that serves fresh tacos and fruit juices.

230 FIFTH—A fun, over-the-top penthouse lounge and rooftop garden that puts you face-to-face with the Empire State Building. Stop by for nighttime drinking and dancing or head over for weekend brunch.

SHAKE SHACK—The original milkshake, burger and French fry outpost from restaurateur Danny Meyer, located in Madison Square Park.

ALMOND—An American bistro located in New York City’s bustling Flatiron District, combines the best of rustic French cuisine in a casually elegant atmosphere.

Co-owner and Executive Chef Jason Weiner offers a menu of accessible dishes that put market-fresh ingredients center stage.

COSME—A progressive Mexican restaurant from acclaimed Mexico City chef Enrique Olvera.

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THE GARDEN AT THE PARK—This 4,000-square-foot garden in the middle of Manhattan is open year-round for brunch, lunch and dinner. Dine amongst Japanese maple trees and blooming wisteria for a surreal city experience.

LAUGH GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB—One of the city’s more popular venues for standup comedy, it’s always hosting the industry’s top names.

VISIT DAVID ZWIRNER GALLERY—A contemporary art gallery that showcases progressive international talent across various mediums.

UNIQUE TO NEW YORK HIGH LINE—A historic 1.45 mile-long park built on an elevated rail structure on the west side of Manhattan, running from Gansevoort Street to West 34th Street. This unique public promenade overlooks the Hudson River and winds through beautiful and innovative architecture.

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ÉLAN—Chef David Waltuck’s 60-person eatery combines modern French cuisine with traditional French technique.

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ea st v i l l a g e / lo w er e a s t s i d e Once considered to be part of the Lower East Side (LES)—a former immigrant and working class neighborhood, the East Village created its own identity in the late 1960s as the city’s center of counterculture for artistic movements, including punk rock. Today both areas (conveniently separated by Houston Street) are considered “downtown cool,” swarming with offbeat galleries, hidden bars, trendy restaurants and vintage stores.

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IVAN RAMEN NEW YORK—This celebrated hotspot serves flavorful, atypical Japanese dishes. Sit at the U-shaped bar in the diner-style space or lounge in the roomy back garden.

CHERCHE MIDI—Keith McNally—owner of Balthazar and Pastis—recently added a seventh restaurant to his roster of New York dining institutions. Its French menu includes frog legs, lobster ravioli, a prime-rib burger and 10 classic pastries.

DRINK NITECAP—A hip, “subterranean” lounge underneath the restaurant Schapiro’s.

Enjoy Art Deco lamps, brick walls and a number of creative cocktails.

THE PAVILION—Located at the north end of Union Square Park (17th Street), this long-awaited eatery serves up fresh food from the farmer’s market that surrounds it every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Stop by before midnight for a beer, cocktail or glass of wine. Reopening 4/15/16 for season.

THE BOWERY HOTEL LOBBY BAR AND LOUNGE—Relish the elaborate, opulent and celebrity-spotting lobby bar of the boutique Bowery Hotel. Expect Persian rugs, plush couches, leather chairs and a vaulted sandstone fireplace.

LISTEN IRVING PLAZA, MERCURY LOUNGE, WEBSTER HALL—A few of the city’s downtown concert venues, attracting big-name performers from around the world.

ABC CARPET & HOME—A luxuriously eclectic six-floor store that sells exquisite jewelry, furniture, clothing, home goods and ornaments from around the world.

INDULGE MOMOFUKU MILK BAR—An experimental East Village bakery by the famously radical chef David Chang.

VISIT NEW MUSEUM—This bold, contemporary art museum specializes in outrageous exhibits year-round.

UNIQUE TO NEW YORK MCSORLEY’S OLD ALE HOUSE—NYC’s oldest continuously operated saloon, having welcomed everyone from Abe Lincoln to John Lennon.

SHOP STRAND BOOK STORE—A New York City gem, home to 18 miles of new, used, rare and out-of-print books since 1927.

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meatpacking d i s tr i c t The narrow and cobblestoned streets of Greenwich Village distinguish it from the other Manhattan neighborhoods. Once classified as the city’s bohemian capital, the area still offers a vibrant performing arts scene. The Meatpacking District, an upper extension of the Greenwich Village, used to host produce markets, slaughterhouses and meatpacking plants before housing today’s posh boutiques, nightclubs and restaurants.

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WALLFLOWER—A cozy 45-seat restaurant and bar that focuses on French food and wine.

CAFFE REGGIO—A tiny, well-known Italian coffeehouse that dates back to 1927. Over the years it’s been featured in several movies, including Godfather II and Inside Llewyn Davis. Its original owner, Domenico Parisi, introduced the first Cappuccino to America.

WHITNEY MUSEUM—Specializing in 20th- and 21st-century American art, this institution’s spacious downtown home is newly nestled between the High Line and Hudson River.

BLEECKER STREET—Its notable boutiques between Christopher Street and 8th Avenue include Marc Jacobs, Cynthia Rowley, Ralph Lauren, Christofle and The Tie Bar.

LUCILLE LORTEL THEATRE—A premier playhouse renowned for its productions. Outside the entrance sits the Playwrights’ Sidewalk, NYC’s only permanent monument to Off-Broadway Theatre playwrights.

SPICE MARKET—Jean-George Vongerichten’s ornate and eccentric Southeast Asian restaurant. Marvel at its two-story collection of artifacts from Rajasthan, South India, Burma and Malaysia.

THE WAVERLY INN AND GARDEN—One of the prettiest and busiest New York City dining establishments. The quaint, cottage-like atmosphere offers diners five-star meals, celebrity sightings and all-around bragging rights.

THE STANDARD BIERGARTEN—The Standard Hotel’s spacious, street-level beer garden underneath the High Line.

Enjoy German beer, sausages, pretzels and Ping-Pong all year-round.

THE MEAN FIDDLER— You may catch a rock band playing on the right night or, if there’s no rock band to be found, you can substitute the real thing with a wannabe rockstar at the karaoke bar downstairs.

Open 7 days a week 11:00 am-4:00 am.

LAUGH COMEDY CELLAR—Situated below the Olive Tree Café, this laugh factory is one of the top comedy clubs in NYC.

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WEST BROADWAY—Store after trendy store lines West Broadway between Houston and Grand Street, namely Herve Leger, MaxMara, Diesel Kids, DKNY and What Goes Around Comes Around—one of the best designer vintage stores in the city.

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB—The quintessential jazz dive spot. Its tiny, dark space is one of the city’s best destinations for up-and-coming acts.

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UNIQUE TO NEW YORK WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK—One of the city’s most popular outdoor spaces marked by the Washington Arch, celebrating the centennial of George Washington’s inauguration as President of the United States.

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4 Neighboring parts SoHo (South of Houston), Little Italy and Chinatown can best be described as chic, festive and authentic, respectively. From classic artists’ lofts and galleries to Italian culture and Chinese heritage, these distinct areas welcome guests looking for a taste of tradition.

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BAZ BAGEL AND RESTAURANT—This sweet, full-service restaurant dishes up hand-rolled bagels, French toast and matzah ball soup daily.

THE ORIGINAL CHINATOWN ICE CREAM FACTORY—Scooping ice cream since 1978, this family-run business lists creative flavors like lychee, ginger, green tea, red bean and black sesame on their menu.

PUGLIA—One of Little Italy’s oldest restaurants. Founded in 1919 by Gregorio Garofalo, a Southern Italian immigrant, today his grandson Joey runs the business, which specializes in scampi, parmigiana, ziti and live music.

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XI’AN FAMOUS FOODS—This wellknown, Zagat-rated Northern Chinese restaurant is adored by foodies for its hand-pulled noodles and cumin-lamb burgers.

LITTLE PRINCE—A pretty little bistro that serves French beers, French cocktails and quintessential French food.

S.O.B.’S (SOUNDS OF BRAZIL)—a Latin dining venue that turns to a hopping dance hall at night. Drinks include mojitos and caipirinhas, and music beats range from salsa, to reggae, to samba and African pop.

DRINK APOTHÉKE—A cryptic and nostalgic hotspot that promises outrageously creative cocktails from bartenders who take their job seriously.

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SOHO CIGAR BAR—The recently renovated space is reminiscent of a 1920s speakeasy with plush leather furnishings and an art deco inspired interior. Soho Cigar Bar is like stepping back in time all the while enjoying a true New York City experience where you can enjoy the finest cigars, cocktails and food.

LA COMPAGNIE DES VINS SURNATURELS—A cool, but comfy French wine bar that boasts a milelong list of 600 bottles to choose from.

SHOP BROADWAY—Starting at Houston, walk south along Broadway until you reach Canal Street for stores that include Uniqlo, Mango, Zara, Club Monaco and Bloomindales.

PEARL RIVER MART—Every New Yorker knows and loves this massive two-story department store that sells more than 15,000 fun, unique and exotic Chinese goods.

UNIQUE MUSEUM OF CHINESE IN AMERICA MUSEUM—A national home dedicated to preserving and portraying the history and culture of Chinese descent in the United States. Its innovative exhibits highlight past and present art, photography, film and relics.

NEW YORK CITY FIRE MUSEUM— This historic firehouse in SoHo commemorates NYC firefighters with one of the country’s best collections of fire-related art, artifacts and equipment from the late 18th-century to today.

MUSEUM OF COMIC AND CARTOON— this colorful venue showcases artwork from children’s comic strips, political cartoons, Japanese anime, graphic novels and more. Changing exhibits spotlight major illustrators and explore interesting themes.

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l o w er m a n h a t t a n / tribeca DINE HUDSON EATS—Part of Brookfield Place (a waterfront office complex formerly known as the World Financial Center), this stylish dining hall offers 14 top-name eateries and breathtaking views of the Hudson River.

Since 2002, downtown has seen a revival that’s literally transformed the landscape of Lower Manhattan.

Traditionally the city’s pulse for business and government, this area has seen a flourish of new hotels, restaurants, stores and attractions that have turned the neighborhood into a visitor destination. Included in this region is the neighborhood TriBeCa (Triangle below Canal Street), which boasts industrial architecture and Robert De Niro’s annual Tribeca Film Festival.

EL VEZ—An innovatively traditional Mexican restaurant in Battery Park City. Feast on ceviche, enchiladas, margaritas and south-of-the-border décor.

PIER A HARBOR HOUSE—A designated New York City landmark, this 28,000-square-foot space has been converted into a food and drink destination. Located in Battery Park on the Hudson River, you’ll enjoy a winding promenade, outdoor dining and panoramic views of the sunset.

FRAUNCES TAVERN & MUSEUM— New York City’s oldest building and tavern, best known as the site George Washington bid farewell to his officers in 1783. The preserved three-story space serves as a museum upstairs with open period rooms and exhibitions on colonial life. Downstairs it operates as a restaurant and bar with plank floors and working fireplaces.

BRANDY LIBRARY—This classy, oldworld lounge is where the sophisticated unwind after work. Browse through their book-long list of spirits and cocktails, and you’ll understand why it’s a neighborhood favorite.

SHOP CENTURY 21 DEPARTMENT STORE— Well known for offering huge discounts on top designer clothing, footwear, handbags and home items for more than 50 years.

VISIT BATTERY PARK—An important part of New York City’s history for more than 200 years. In 1855, before Ellis Island was built, its Castle Clinton (a circular sandstone fort) served as the world’s first immigrant station, welcoming travelers from Europe and others parts of the world. Today, water ferries transport visitors to the Statue of Liberty from the park at the southern tip of Manhattan.

9/11 MEMORIAL—Consisting of two pools where the Twin Towers once stood, this site opened to the public on September 12, 2011. Nearly an acre in size, they are the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. Tip: Purchase your tickets in advance.

9/11 MEMORIAL MUSEUM—110,000square-feet of commemorative space located in the heart of the World Trade Center site. The Museum tells the story of 9/11 and the lives of every victim in the 2001 and 1993 attacks through multimedia displays, archives, narratives and artifacts.

SOUTH STREET SEAPORT—A historic maritime area on the East River that features a giant pier, renovated sailing ships, water taxis, ferries and some of the oldest architecture in Manhattan.

The downtown spot also includes an indoor shopping and dining center overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge.

UNIQUE TO NEW YORK NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE (NYSE)— The world’s largest stock exchange, it’s a symbol of American capitalism and New York City’s position as a financial center. The famous Charging Wall Street Bull sculpture stands just blocks away.

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BÂTARD—TriBeCa-based restaurateur Drew Nieporent’s latest fine-dining establishment. Choose from three prix fixe options of hearty, old-fashioned gourmet.

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N ew Subway Station Opens S e r v i c i n g N e w Y o r k ' s J a v i t s C e n te r MTA’s new 34 St-Hudson Yards subway station, situated a short

The station, located on the corner of 34th Street and 11th Avenue,

stroll from the Javits Center, is ready in the nick of time for

is the first addition to New York’s subway system in 26 years

International Vision Expo. In one stroke, this beautiful new station

and the system’s furthest western Manhattan outpost. This

has changed the neighborhood from one of the least to one of

game-changer also features the system’s longest and highest

the most accessible areas of the city. Forget hiking to your hotel

escalators and its first diagonal elevators, which have glass

or fighting traffic, now your biggest decision will be where to go

compartments that travel along a 170-foot incline. The station

rather than how to get there. This extension of the 7 line, one

is also visual delight; it is airy and modern with sculptural glass

of the only cross-town lines, connects to every train that runs

canopies by architect Toshiko Mori and a stunning glass mosaic

through Manhattan. Attendees will now be able to travel from the

by artist Xenobia Bailey. Fred Dixon, the president of New York’s

west side of Manhattan to Times Square hotels and restaurants in

convention and visitors bureau, has proudly noted that the

little more than five minutes.

changes are making the neighborhood “a must-visit destination now and in years to come.”

The project took eight years and cost $2.42 billion. he project is part of the huge Hudson Yards development, T a mind-boggling transformation that will include a hotel, office space, apartments, retail, dining entertainment, a 16acre public park and an arts complex – truly a visionary plan. he station is the first in the system to comply with ADA T requirements; its two inclined elevators can accommodate five wheelchairs or 15 standing customers. The elevators travel 82 feet vertically and 152 feet horizontally at the speed of 100 feet per minute.

he station is expected to serve more than 32,000 entries T and exits on weekdays and is designed to handle as many as 25,000 during a peak hour.

I nside the station mezzanine, there is a curved recessed ceiling dome that contains mosaics with an interesting origin as crocheted pieces. These pieces were then transformed into digital images, enlarged and interpreted into glittering mosaic by Miotto Mosaic Art Studio. he station will maintain a year-round temperature between T 72-78 degrees Fahrenheit.

Whether you are a local or a visitor getting to International Vision Expo has just gotten faster, safer, smarter and more affordable than ever before. We know you will enjoy this new convenience when you join us this Spring.