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In this episode of Taste Toast Travel we’re joined by Kelly Forbes, a luxury travel expert with over 25 years in the travel industry and the founder of A'ARU Collective, a community-driven platform connecting travelers with sustainable luxury hotels around the world.

Kelly shares her journey through the luxury travel world, from her early career with a leading tour operator to senior sales and marketing roles with global hotel brands. She also reflects on how two years of backpacking reshaped her perspective on travel, deepened her cultural connections, and ultimately influenced her approach to luxury hospitality.

We dive into:
✈️ How luxury travel is evolving.
✈️ Why sustainability and community impact matter more than ever.
✈️ How travelers can experience high-end stays without losing authenticity.
✈️ What inspired her to create A'ARU Collective, a business rooted in responsible tourism, local culture, and meaningful travel experiences.
✈️ Kelly's favorite travel destinations, unforgettable food and wine experiences, and her insights into the future of luxury travel and sustainable tourism.

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler, a luxury travel advisor, or someone dreaming about more intentional travel experiences, this episode offers inspiration, insight, and practical takeaways for your next adventure.

Connect with Kelly:

• https://www.aarucollective.com/
• linkedin.com/in/travel-kelly-forbes
• https://www.instagram.com/aarucollective/
• https://www.pinterest.co.uk/AARUCollective/
• https://uk.linkedin.com/company/aarucollective

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In this episode of Taste Toast Travel, we’re sharing the travel mistakes we’ll never make again and the lessons we learned the hard way.

From overpacking and booking flights with way-too-tight connections to forgetting to check the weather, local holidays, and transportation logistics, we’re diving into the missteps that have shaped how we travel today. Fellow travelers, we have no doubt you'll relate to what we chat about in this episode!

We also talk about how our travel style has changed since traveling with our young daughter, and why balancing sightseeing with rest is just as important as seeing all the highlights.

Join us as break down what we’d do differently now, and how you can avoid making the same travel mistakes on your next trip. Whether you’re planning international travel, a food-focused getaway, or simply dreaming about your next adventure, this episode is packed with practical travel tips and relatable stories to help you travel smarter and more intentionally.

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In this episode of the Taste Toast Travel podcast we welcome Jenny Eden Berk, a certified eating psychology coach and culinary nutritionist, for a thoughtful conversation at the intersection of food, travel, and mindful living.

Jenny shares her personal journey from restrictive diet culture to a more holistic, intuitive eating approach, and how learning to listen to body cues can completely transform the way we experience food—both at home and while traveling. Together we explore what mindful and intuitive eating really look like in everyday life, especially when navigating new cuisines, cultures, and travel routines.

We also dive into the realities of maintaining a plant-based diet while traveling, including common challenges, practical strategies, and mindset shifts that help travelers feel nourished without stress or restriction. We touch on the role of body image, the importance of self-compassion, and how adopting an abundance mindset around food can make travel experiences more joyful and fulfilling.

Connect with Jenny:

• https://www.jennyedenberk.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/coachjennyeden
• https://www.facebook.com/jennyedencoaching
• https://jennyedenberkmsed.substack.com/

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