The craziest architecture of 2019

View this email in your browser Hello! Missed it this week? Every Sunday, Matador gives you a second chance to read our most popular content. Today, we lead off with the most unusual major architectural works completed in 2019. As you can imagine, holiday-related articles were also big over the past few days and you have once again proven to be our kind of people by clicking on the alcohol-related ones. We've got a guide to mulled wines around the world as well as an article about the closest thing to the Polar Express if the Polar Express was an adults-only train ride with booze. Further afield, our article on lesser-known South American beaches was a winner, as was the guide to Israel experiences. So, if you missed any of that, we invite you to check it out below. ARCHITECTURE The craziest architectural projects completed in 2019 New constructions, whether they be for practical use like apartment buildings and airports, or the home of art and cultural displays like museums, have the potential to be so striking that they can liven up a skyline, transform a city, and become symbols of creativity and innovation. In 2019, architects around the world have done just that by creating amazing structures that have already left their marks; some have focused on sustainability, others concentrated on an efficient use of space, and all have made sure to include jaw-dropping aesthetics. Here's a look back at the craziest architectural projects that opened in 2019. 2019'S CRAZIEST ARCHITECTURE LATEST ARTICLES BEACHES + ISLANDS The 6 most exceptional beaches in South America tourists haven't discovered yet NEWS This adults-only Christmas train ride is a booze-filled Polar Express HOLIDAYS 10 sweet, spiced, and warming mulled wines from around the world CULTURE From markets to the Masada, these are the most exciting experiences in Israel MATADOR CITY GUIDE TRIP PLANNING The Ultimate Guide to Boston Steeped in history, rich in culture, and brimming with energy and diversity, Boston dishes up both vintage and newfangled charm. Historical landmarks dating to the first English settlers in 1630 stand alongside modern buildings of glass and steel. Immigrants helped build and still enrich Boston's many neighborhoods while students at its world-class universities infuse the city with zest, creativity, and talent. Superb local ingredients, like seafood from icy New England waters, form the backbone of many restaurant menus. Add a serious beer scene, hip cocktail bars, and a bounty of cafes, and there's no shortage of fuel to power a spin through Boston — a city brimming with superb museums, stellar sports teams, and super friendly locals. EXPLORE BOSTON 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!