For The Love of Traveling

The Blue City of Chefchaouen, Morocco - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Tis the season to look ahead, make some resolutions we hope not to break in the first week… and plan another year of travel. Looking back on 2015 and reviewing thousands of photos taken, I come to realize how grateful I am for all the adventures and more importantly, able to share these incredible experiences with so many wonderful people, and work with amazing, dedicated business partners in Europe and India.

I was able to tick off a couple of places on my bucket list but as I venture out, further and deeper, into this beautiful world of ours, I find my bucket list is becoming longer than ever.

There was no lack of enriching and memorable experiences. From the hustle and bustle of New Delhi – intense, lost-in-time ambience and that “first” glimpse of the stunning Taj Mahal, the “Sapphire City” – Chefchaouen – the blue-washed mountain village in Morocco, to the gastronomic heart of Spain – the colourful and vibrant region of Andalusia, forever beautiful Amalfi Coast – where the sea and land meet in perfect harmony, to the romantic rolling hills of Tuscany and the cradle of the Renaissance – enchanting Florence and the rustic beauty of Puglia, where the Pugliese give a whole new meaning to a true “foodie” destination.

Too many to list here but here is a small collection of some on my favourite moments for 2015.

Cooking Day at Mamma Agata's Cooking School on the Amalfi Coast - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

The town of Comares in Axarquia, east of Malaga, in the Andalucia region of Spain. Stunning coastal, lake and mountain views - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Culinary tour of Puglia - Great fun during our cooking class at Masseria Garrappa in Monopoli, Puglia - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

One of our favourites! Cooking and Market day with Chef Veronica at Villa La Quercia in Tuscany - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Salute! Enjoying the beautiful wines from La Vigne di Raito vineyards during our culinary and wine tour of the Amalfi Coast - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Paella cooking class and private chef at our beautiful villa in Spain - El Carligto - Private Andalucian Hideaway - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Wine tasting in the private cellar of the vineyard owner on the Amalfi Coast - Private Andalucian Hideaway - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Grape harvest time! Culinary and Wine tour of Puglia - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

The town of Amalfi - A sight to be seen on our Culinary Tour of the Amalfi Coast - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

The magical Taj Mahal in Agra, India. One of our stops during our Culinary and Cultural tour of India - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Stunning views of Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo. Tuscany, Italy - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Truffle Hunting in San Miniato Tuscany - Culinary and Wine Tour of Tuscany - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Breathtaking views. Miles and miles of sunflowers in Andalucia, Spain - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

Olive Harvest - Raking the olive trees during our week long cooking, cultural and wine tour of Puglia - Love Traveling Delectable Destinations Carol Ketelson

We look forward to 2016, and more adventures. Delectable Destinations truly has something for everyone. Each destination is an experience worth traveling for and we hope to meet you on one of them one day.

With this post, I also want to wish you all a happy end to the year and a great start to the new one! Delectable Destinations will have a new look for you in 2016, stayed tuned!

“I haven’t been everywhere….but it’s on my list” – Susan Sontag

Check back next week for another Delectable Destinations adventure.

Contact Carol at Delectable Destinations for detailed itineraries and check out our website for trip details.

 

Carol Ketelson is the owner and operator of Delectable Destinations LLC. Dedicated to planning, co-ordinating and curating customized group tours to hand-picked destinations. As an experienced travel planner, Carol’s customized itineraries, specialized tours and off-the-beaten-path experiences create memorable journeys for her small groups of singles, couples, divorced, widowed and solo travelers seeking exceptional trips into the culture and cuisine of destinations around the world. Spring and Fall bookings invite travelers to taste delectable local cuisine, culturally rich traditions and mesmerizing sights. For over 10 years, Carol’s tours have captured the true essence of Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, Puglia, Spain, Ireland and India.

Delectable Destinations…Delivering your dream trip. For more information & 2017 trips log onto: delectabledestinations.com 

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