DEPARTURES SUMMER
DEPARTURES SUMMER 2022 18 Departments Travel 25 Swedish Blessing The isle of Gotland woos with a refreshingly understated charm and gentle pace of life. 28 Mexico Mod Beguiling new hotels and fresh adventures await north of Cabo in Baja California. 32 Back to Japan With borders now reopened, the country is flush with creative energy. 38 Mountain Eyrie The family-run Ciasa Salares is redefining hospitality in the Dolomites. 40 Always in Bloom A postcard from the paradisical – and perpetually relevant – island of St Barths. 42 One for All High-concept wellness festivals explore the virtues of communal wellbeing and togetherness. p50 A sculptural chair from Ron Arad’s Don’t F**k with the Mouse series Style 47 Motif Mania Major watch houses are creating beautiful timepieces for all manner of fandoms. 50 Collectable Furniture A shortlist of midcentury icons, rare limited editions and tomorrow’s classics. 54 Vintage Allure Second-hand is no longer second-best when it comes to fashion and accessories. Culture p38 The mighty Dolomites set the scene for the revamped Ciasa Salares hotel 62 Taiwan Now Long underappreciated, the island is coming into its own as an art destination. 66 Finnish Treasure A newly displayed collection outside Helsinki is a testament to a decades-long passion. On the Cover Lounging poolside at Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf on St Barths. Photograph by Michael Gramm NB Please check the latest government advice before booking travel and departing on any trip, as this may affect the travel insurance cover provided with your card account (if held). Please also be sure to check the booking and cancellation policies of hotels before reserving your stay. 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: ISTOCK, © RON ARAD AND ASSOCIATES LTD
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