Departures Australia Autumn:Winter 2023

DEPARTURES AUTUMN/WINTER

DEPARTURES AUTUMN/WINTER 2023 12 Departments Travel 23 Cruise News The year’s most intriguing ships, itineraries and ideas from the Antarctic to the deepest Amazon. 32 Turning up the Heat With a massive flurry of restaurant openings, Hong Kong is back to its usual tricks. 40 Continental Glam A resurgent Nice leads a fresh wave of cultural and culinary highs on the French Riviera. On the Cover Pure poolside glam with highvoltage swimwear and jewels by Dolce & Gabbana. Photograph by John-Paul Pietrus 44 Sydney in Bloom The Aussie hub is coming up fast thanks to an expanded art museum and compelling new hotels and hotspots. 48 Postcard from Paraty Pairing creative energy and natural good looks, this unsung Brazilian town is worth a detour. Style 55 Prism Break A delicious swirl of moodbrightening handbags and accessories for all occasions. 60 Cinderella Stories The fascinating second life of watchmaking’s most bombastic commercial flops. p32 The noteperfect lobster at Notting Hill’s Dorian restaurant Culture p23 Silver Endeavour passengers on an otherworldly Antarctic excursion 65 Notting Hill Now The London borough lures a high-concept art space and a bevy of just-opened eateries. The Key All prices are in British pounds, euros or American dollars unless otherwise specified. Hotel is a member of Fine Hotels & Resorts. Establishment is either cash-only or does not accept American Express cards. Online extras at departures-international.com Follow us @DeparturesInt FROM TOP: KRIS MARKOVSKA, © DORIAN