Joan Newbery Travel & Cruise Consultant

How long have you been in the travel industry: Over 30 years.

Favourite destination you have travelled to:

Christmas is my favourite time of year in the UK and Europe—the markets, the chance of snow, the sparkling lights, and, of course, the warm gluhwein (mulled wine).

Most memorable travel experience:

The Faroe Islands, a remote gem in the North Atlantic, tucked away in the middle of nowhere. It’s wild, stunning, and feels like a hidden paradise.

Biggest travel tip: 

Get to know the cities you are visiting by carrying a good map and know some of the local language, even if to just say hello and thank you.