The first DEPARTURES magazine for American Express® Platinum Card members was published by Journal International in 2004. The publication is now received by Platinum Card households across Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.

Platinum Card members and DEPARTURES readers are professionals, decision-makers and frequent travellers, who are used to the finer things in life. Leading exceptionally busy lives, both in professional and personal terms, time is of the essence for these influential consumers.

The hallmarks of DEPARTURES magazine are its independent and award-winning editorial environment, first-rate production values and its superior concept with customised content, securing the highest relevance for the magazine’s readers, international Platinum Card members. DEPARTURES is where readers plan their most memorable holidays and discover new favourites – from fashion to dining, motoring to interior design. DEPARTURES magazine presents the best of the best across the world of luxury, curated content for Platinum Card members.

www.departures-international.com now provides readers with year-round, up-to-the-minute editorial updates from the DEPARTURES magazine team, in between issues of the printed magazine. With daily coverage on global events, unique products and exclusive interviews, DEPARTURES magazine online offers the readership of the international editions, Platinum Card members across Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, inspiration as and when they want it.