Cande Listic

08/06/2019

Its oceanfront site makes for great views, but the damp, salty air took its toll on the wood

Until just recently, one of the great masterpieces of modernist architecture, the Salk Institute, in La Jolla, California, has been shrouded by scaffolding. Designed by Louis Kahn, the institute was completed in 1965. It has been conducting a painstaking, four-year conservation of its iconic teak wi...

08/06/2019

Crystal-clear water surrounded by green mountainsides—some would argue that this is where Greece’s most beautiful beaches are (take that, Santorini).

Anyone who’s been struck by the wanderlust bug knows the universal truth of travel: It’s damn expensive…especially in Europe. Enter: Caroline Makepeace, one half of the couple behind the Y Travel Blog, who clued us into their favorite European travel destinations where your dollar goes a lot f...

08/06/2019

The East Fork Black River in southeastern Missouri cascades over and around billion-year-old lava rock to form dozens of small rivulets and wading pools

From a swimming hole atop a 355-foot waterfall in Africa to a cobalt blue lagoon in the Dominican Republic, these five attractions will more than convince you to jump in the water this summer. Barton Springs Pool Fed from freshwater underground springs that were once used for purification rituals by...

04/06/2019

While exploring the ancient Roman streets in scorching-hot heat, the very vision of a gelato stand may make your mouth begin to water.

While you reveal a lot about yourself when you order ice cream, you mostly say that you love fun when ordering New Zealand favourite, Hokey Pokey. Krista Canfield McNish, founder of FoodWaterShoes, an international food site, says that the blend can vary. Japan: Mochi Japanese children may be the he...

04/06/2019

Lake Orta (also known as Cusio), the westernmost of the Italian lakes, lies entirely within the region of Piemonte, and is characterized by soft hills and steep wooded slops of chestnut trees flanking its sides.

Take a trip to Italy, where you'll discover some of the most picturesque countryside, serene waters and beautiful towns in the world. 1. Isola Bella Once home to a fishing village, this craggy little island on Lake Maggiore was acquired in 1632 by the aristocratic Borromeo family and named for Carlo...

31/05/2019

It’s always a good day when it’s New Ferrari Day. This is the all-new Ferrari SF90 Stradale – Maranello’s new halo model, revealed at the brand’s Fiorano test track.

This extreme supercar introduces a wealth of firsts for Ferrari, not least because its latest top-of-the-range model has a V8, not the usual V12.

31/05/2019

How much vin rouge were the Citroen designers drinking when they created this? As part of its 100th anniversary celebrations, the French brand has unveiled an all-new concept: the 19_19.

It’s the second of two concepts that Citroen has had in the birthday celebration pipeline, and is meant to be a polar opposite to the boxy city mover concept, the Ami One.

31/05/2019

Until the new Land Rover Defender arrives in 2020, the Discovery Sport is still very much the entry point into green oval ownership right now. But such is the pace of change, this gateway Land Rover is very much a premium product in its own right, which is why this mid-life facelift is so important. It’s the brand's best-selling car, with 438,000 examples built since launch.

30/05/2019

It’s safe to say that any beach’s awe-factor increases tenfold while glittering under the sky’s golden disco ball. This rings particularly true for Laguna Beach , where sand dwellers cuddle closer as the sky fades to pink and passengers driving along the Pacific Coast Highway pull over to snap a photo.

Vintage wall art is great and all, but what if the backdrop to that special activity was the most perfect sunrise or sunset? Here are the best places to soak up the golden scene. No filter necessary. Laguna Beach, California It’s safe to say that any beach’s awe-factor increases tenfold while gl...

30/05/2019

One of the world’s most famous tourist attractions , San Francisco’s suspension bridge isn’t actually gold—its official paint colour is “international orange.”

Did you know that 40 per cent of the New York subway system is above ground, and it runs 24 hours a day? Did you know London, England draws more international visitors than any other city on the planet? Read on to discover more fun travel trivia! 1. The Golden Gate Bridge One of the world’s most f...

29/05/2019

The region stretching from Salzburg to the Dachstein Mountains is so dang picturesque, it’s no wonder it’s been deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Anyone who’s been struck by the wanderlust bug knows the universal truth of travel: It’s damn expensive…especially in Europe. Enter: Caroline Makepeace, one half of the couple behind the Y Travel Blog, who clued us into their favorite European travel destinations where your dollar goes a lot f...

29/05/2019

The island was transformed into a vast garden-and-palace complex by architects Giovanni Angelo Crivelli and Andrew Biffi, who created the dizzying series of chambers that compromise the palace, and sculpted the garden into high terraces, erupting with cypress and citrus trees.

Take a trip to Italy, where you'll discover some of the most picturesque countryside, serene waters and beautiful towns in the world. 1. Isola Bella Once home to a fishing village, this craggy little island on Lake Maggiore was acquired in 1632 by the aristocratic Borromeo family and named for Carlo...