🎨 Mocha Mousse Moments: Morocco, New Mexico, Chile, and Italy
- Sydney Schellinger
- Apr 20
- 3 min read
When Pantone announced Mocha Mousse as the 2025 Color of the Year, I definitely didn’t expect to get inspired to plan a trip... and yet here we are.
This soft, warm neutral might not scream “book a flight!” but it’s giving all the cozy, grounded, sun-washed vibes I love in travel. Think: camel rides at sunset, adobe cities glowing in golden hour, cave hotels carved into honey-colored cliffs. You get the idea.
So here are four dreamy, earth-toned destinations that take Mocha Mousse from meh to must-go.
🐫 Morocco | The Sahara Desert
The vibe: golden dunes, deep spice tones, Berber charm
If you’ve ever dreamed of riding a camel into the sunset and sleeping under the stars in the desert—this is the spot. The colors here? Straight out of a Mocha Mousse mood board. Cinnamon sand, burnt orange kasbahs, and skies that go from peach to indigo in minutes.
Best time to go: October through April—cooler weather, fewer sandstorms, and perfect for desert glamping.
How to do it: Start in Marrakech, then head east toward Merzouga. I always book my clients into luxury camps with real beds, private bathrooms, and candlelit dinners. It’s not roughing it—it’s romantic AF.
Why I love it: It’s sensory overload in the best way. The silence of the dunes, the colors, the culture—it sticks with you long after you get home.
🌄 New Mexico | Santa Fe
The vibe: adobe glow, mountain air, laid-back charm
Santa Fe is a whole mood. It’s cozy, artistic, and full of warm neutrals—like if Mocha Mousse moved into a pueblo. Walk through the Plaza, pop into art galleries, and grab a wine flight with a view of the desert.
Best time to go: September to November is peak golden hour magic. Or go in winter for a snow-dusted adobe wonderland.
How to do it: Stay near the Plaza, take a cooking class (trust me), and don’t skip the spa at Ten Thousand Waves. Also—green chile everything.
Why I love it: It feels like a deep breath. It’s easy, grounding, and beautiful without trying too hard.
🔥 Chile | The Atacama Desert
The vibe: Mars, but make it mineral-chic
This place looks like another planet—but in the “I can’t believe this is real” kind of way. Rust-colored cliffs, salt flats, geysers, and skies so clear you can see the Milky Way with your bare eyes.
Best time to go: March to May or September to November—less heat, more stars, fewer crowds.
How to do it: Base in San Pedro de Atacama and explore from there. Think hot springs, volcano views, and a stargazing night with an actual astronomer.
Why I love it: It’s remote in the most luxe way. Ideal for travelers who want something wild but still want a beautiful room and a glass of wine at the end of the day.
🏛 Italy | Matera
The vibe: old stone, soft light, slow mornings
Matera is like stepping into a sunlit film set. Everything is carved into the cliffs, and the city just glows in the morning and late afternoon. It’s rustic, romantic, and way less touristy than other Italian hotspots.
Best time to go: Spring or fall—when it’s not blazing hot and the alleyways aren’t packed.
How to do it: Stay in a cave hotel (yes, it’s luxe), wander the Sassi districts, and linger over wine on a terrace. It’s also an easy add-on to a Puglia trip.
Why I love it: It's still a hidden gem. If you like quiet luxury, food, and places with a story—Matera is for you.
Final Thought
Mocha Mousse might not look exciting on a paint chip, but it feels like slow travel, golden light, and grounded beauty. These destinations? Total main character energy in the softest, sunniest way.
Ready to match your next trip to this warm, earthy mood?
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