People choose travel destinations for a variety of reasons ― weather, financial incentives, special events, convenience, nostalgia, etc. But sometimes the draw is something … sweeter.
Chocolate tourism is a very real industry as travelers seek out famous chocolatiers, cocoa farms, museums and more to learn about the history and production of this delicious treat (and taste a million or so samples). Fortunately, there are many places where you can taste the magic around the world.
We’ve rounded up 17 great travel destinations for chocolate lovers. Read on for some mouthwatering inspiration.
Hershey, Pennsylvania
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St. Lucia
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Barcelona, Spain
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Switzerland
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Bariloche, Argentina
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Vienna, Austria
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Oaxaca, Mexico
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Brussels, Belgium
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Birmingham, England
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Ecuador
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Cologne, Germany
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San Francisco
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Vietnam
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Paris
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Peru
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Ghana
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Tuscany, Italy
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