7 unfinished historical sites that are worth visiting anyway

View this email in your browser Hello! Yeah, we know, Monday is a drag, but we're here to make it better.  Japan is an amazing place to visit, and we have a couple of top tips for you today.  The first is to beat the legendary Tokyo crowds with this guide to under-the-radar neighborhoods.  The second?  Stay at a ryokan.  Here's what to expect. No matter where you are, it's always fun to take a selfie from space... even on Monday.   If none of that helps, then all we can say is: go for the ultimate comfort food, an American classic with surprisingly global roots. On a more serious note, we also discuss when TSA Pre-Check and Global Entry are worth it.  But first... ARCHITECTURE 7 unfinished historical sites that are worth visiting anyway Barcelona's Sagrada Familia has been under construction so long that cranes and scaffolding are starting to seem like design elements. Though it's slated to be finished in 2026, almost 150 years after ground broke on the project, the basilica's become just as famous for being a work in progress as it has for being Gaudí's crowning achievement. And it's not the world's only iconic, unfinished landmark. From what will be the largest sculpture in the world to temples, cathedrals, and mosques that may or may not ever see completion, these are seven historical sites worth visiting no matter their construction status. DISCOVER UNFINISHED HISTORICAL SITES LATEST ARTICLES NEWS This new app lets you take selfies from space TRIP PLANNING 5 of the best under-the-radar neighborhoods in Tokyo TECH + APPS When Global Entry and TSA PreCheck are worth it, and which to choose FOOD + DRINK The most American thing about apple pie is its global origin story NEWS Abu Dhabi is opening the world's tallest indoor climbing wall this month ACCOMMODATIONS Staying at a ryokan is a must in Japan. Here's what to expect. MATADOR CITY GUIDE TRIP PLANNING The Ultimate Guide to Amsterdam With one of Europe's largest and best preserved medieval cores, Amsterdam is a stunning capital known for Golden Age mansions, world-class museums, and a well-established counterculture that blurs boundaries and lowers inhibitions. More than 18 million tourists are drawn to the city every year. Some come for the enchanting canals (which outnumber those in Venice), tolerant vibe, and historic landmarks. Others come for tulips, cheese, and windmills. Some still are lured by Amsterdam's reputation for easy sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll. Whatever brings you to this water-laced capital, Amsterdam will never disappoint in meeting your expectations — just be prepared to still be surprised with what it has to offer beyond the tourist trail. EXPLORE AMSTERDAM ADVENTURE Shinrin Yoku: The Art of Forest Bathing Stuck swiping Insta every day? The practice of "forest bathing" can change your life. Unplug with Mike and Kati on an ancient Japanese trail, learning the creative and health benefits on Shinrin Yoku. WATCH THE FILM FOLLOW US AND FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE Copyright © 2019 Matador Network, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Matador Network PO Box 7775 #40021 San Francisco, CA 94120 Add us to your address book Need to change something? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from our newsletter. We'll be here when you need us!