Published by Itaca Tours | 01/12/2025
Chocolate, that irresistible treat, is more than just a dessert. Its history is rich with traditions, travel, and flavors that connect us to diverse cultures. In this edition of Travel Trends, we invite you to explore the world’s best chocolate routes, from the lands where cacao is grown to the cities where it’s transformed into true works of art.
1. Mexico: The Cradle of Cacao and Chocolate
Mexico is where it all began. Ancient Mayan and Aztec civilizations used cacao as currency, a sacred food, and a key element in spiritual rituals.
2. Colombia: High-Quality Cacao
Colombia is gaining recognition as a major producer of premium cacao.
3. Ecuador: Fine Flavor Cacao
Ecuador is renowned as a top producer of fine flavor cacao, celebrated for its floral and fruity notes.
4. Switzerland: The Art of Luxury Chocolate
Switzerland doesn’t grow cacao, but it has mastered the art of crafting luxury chocolate.
5. Ghana: A Global Leader in Cacao Production
Ghana is the second-largest cacao exporter in the world and a hub of rich traditions.
6. Peru: Criollo Cacao from the Heart of the Amazon
Peru is home to cacao varieties deeply rooted in biodiversity and sustainable practices.
7. Belgium: The European Capital of Chocolate
Belgium is hailed as Europe’s chocolate capital for its refined techniques and high-quality products.
8. Ivory Coast: The World's Cocoa Giant
Ivory Coast leads the world in cocoa production, essential for chocolate making.
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Why Choose a Cacao Route?
These experiences are about more than just tasting chocolate:
Tips for Your Sweet Adventure
Ready to embark on the sweetest journey of your life? From cacao farms to exclusive chocolatiers, a world of chocolate awaits you. Plan your next cacao route with us and discover why chocolate is much more than a dessert—it’s an experience to be savored. We’ll be waiting for you!
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