What beautiful places!
I also went there a few years ago and also saw the Fasano zoosafari; I have to say, though, that of Puglia I prefer the eastern part (the Gargano) which is less arid than the Ionian Sea.
If you get a chance, I recommend the caves of Castellana and Santa Maria di Leuca!
RE: A gift for the new year - Trip to Alberobello and Bari (IT)