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Chicago-Infused Summer Escapes

A BEAN HUNT IN SOUTH AMERICA

An Indiana Jones–meets–Kim Kardashian adventure that takes you deep into the cloud forests of Ecuador to find the rarest cacao on earth Jerry Toth, cofounder of At tasting events, To’ak chocolate bars (starting at $280) are treated like fine wine. Don’t worry: Toth will walk you through the nuances. June 22 to 29. From $26,000 (airfare included). brownand

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