CONTENTS AUTUMN 2013 p 30 The eclectic rawboned trappings at Taipei’s VVK Thinking DEPARTMENTS 10 Checking In By Christian Schwalbach 23 BlackBook Casablanca close-up; Lyon finds its form; Taipei tutorial; China happenings; three ways to visit Antarctica now; on the radar 43 Style Etc. Thin watches; Chinese designers 53 Home + Design Charming chairs 56 Culture Index Taxidermy revisited; art fair update 78 Necessary Luxury By David Copperfield KEEP IN TOUCH We welcome your comments and recommendations, which we may edit for clarity and space. Contact us at letters@departures-international.com. THE KEY All prices are in US 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 ON THE COVER Radiant jewels in pink and orange complement a succulent sampling of delectable fruits on page 72. Photograph by Kanji Ishii NEIL WADE 14 departures-international.com
