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Cartagena, Colombia
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COLOMBIA MEETS THE GOLD STANDARD
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RAVELLERS SEEKING TO ENJOY THE LATEST “it” destination should consider Luxury Gold’s new Art, Culture & Cuisine of Colombia itinerary. This 10-day adventure offers a plethora of Exclusive VIP Experiences, including a tour of Bogotá’s vibrant culinary scene with the guidance of Chef Sofia Gaviria. The journey will take guests to local markets, including Paloquemao Market, where they will learn about and shop for local produce before preparing a traditional Colombian meal for lunch. The exceptional dining experiences continue in Cartagena, where participants meet Chef Jorge Escandon for a meal at La Cevicheria,
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his culinary hotspot which was propelled into the spotlight after the late Anthony Bourdain shot an episode of No Reservations there. Among other “wow” moments to be had on this journey, guests will enjoy private visits to the Gold Museum and the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral when they are closed to the public. Plus, an after-hours visit to the Antioquia Museum in the transformed city of Medellín is also included on the journey, where guests are joined by Alejandra Quintana, the daughter of Fernando Botero, an acclaimed Colombian artist, to admire one of the largest collections of his works. Call your travel advisor for more information or to book.
