Meet Holly Fisher, Co-founder of F&P Travel, Yoanna Hanbury, Mother of 4 girls & Influencer within Lifestyle and Fashion, and Jules Perowne, CEO of Perowne International and Navigator — some of the most loved women who influence our lives through travel, motherhood and lifestyle. Enjoy our conversation to uncover their travel plans for 2026 and what they hope to achieve.

 

1) What destinations are at the top of your 2026 travel list, and why?

Holly- "I’ve got my eye on the Botanic Sanctuary in Antwerp for a weekend spa break. After a very busy winter, my shoulders are practically up by my ears…It’s something we don’t do enough of, in fact never!

Looking ahead, we’ve been eager for some time to visit some of our US guests and we have kindly been invited to stay in Jackson Hole in spring.

Experiencing the “US way” of skiing and exploring new landscapes feels so exciting and a great discovery trip for F&P. 

Argentina is a big one on the list for me. We'll be heading to Buenos Aires and Patagonia in April, which will be my first time in South America. Gemma has curated the perfect itinerary of vibrant city life followed by the wild beauty of national parks and some truly special places to stay which we’ll be sharing with our F&P guests.

A Greek villa holiday is non-negotiable for us as a family. We fell in love with Meganisi years ago and have been hooked ever since. End of May over half term is our sweet spot - cooler, quieter, balmy and beautifully “real Greece.” It’s such precious family time for all ages.

We cannot forget decamping to Alderney for July & August - the magical little Channel Island that has been mine and Philippa’s family holiday spot since we were babies.

There’s nowhere like it: wild beaches that feel almost tropical, and Enid Blyton summers for the children. It’s England 50 years ago with a twist - if you know, you know."

 

Yoanna-"We’re heading to Barbados in the new year. I’m always drawn to the sea, sunshine and warmth – it’s such a special place.

I love the culture and the people are so welcoming. It’s somewhere that instantly lifts my spirits and helps me completely switch off."

 

Jules- "Latin America is on my radar for next year. I am planning trips to Peru with Andean and to Patagonia and Brazil with Awasi.

I’ll also be spending more time in Mexico where we are about to open an office and heading to Panama in February to Islas Secas.

I think Latin America is really a new frontier of travel - of course we know it, but compared to the rest of the world, it’s relatively under developed and that’s just what I crave at the moment.

Independent properties doing brilliant innovative things with a real sense of place. And of course these destinations are jaw droopingly beautiful too. I can’t wait to explore!"

 

2. What emerging travel trends—such as sustainability, cultural immersion, or wellness—are shaping the way you plan your journeys for 2026?

Holly- "We’re less about trends at F&P, simply because our travellers are so wonderfully diverse. There’s huge variety in where people want to go and how they want to travel — from honeymoons and ‘cool’ stays for our young professionals, to traditional family summers and big long-haul adventures, to iconic bucket-list trips and extended wellness escapes for those with a little more time on their hands.

But there is one theme that really stands out to me — and that’s the desire to disconnect in order to reconnect. New landscapes, new experiences, wonderful people, remoteness, nature, pushing your comfort zone boundaries, learning, being present… and blissfully, no signal. It is exactly the kind of travel that completely resets you. 

So for 2026, I find myself drawn to places where you can genuinely slow down (although, admittedly, not everything on my list fits that brief — I’ll be saving the fully off-grid adventure for 2027, children in tow!). I’m also increasingly focused on trips that feel thoughtful and positive in their impact. When you travel to the right places in the right way, you can support communities, conservation and environments in a genuinely meaningful way."

 

Yoanna- "As a busy mother of four, I’m particularly drawn to wellness-inspired travel. When I’m away without the children, it’s all about resting, eating well, moving my body and enjoying proper quality time.

We always try to explore the local culture and avoid the obvious tourist spots, and we love to support eco-conscious hotels doing their bit in sustainability."

 

Jules-"I think people want to travel further and deeper. They want to learn, to immerse themselves in a place, a culture, a language.

Our values have changed I think and our travel preferences too - it’s less about luxury and more about authenticity.

It’s also about connections - meeting inspiring people and being an explorer. Of course wellness is important - wherever people travel to, they want to feel better than before they went away through food, exercise, adventure, emotional connection."

 

 

3. Are you an over packer or under packer?

Holly- "I’m an over-packer and always have been! I’m a firm believer in having options, especially when a destination has multiple “environments” to consider. Costa Rica was a prime example: beachwear, jungle gear, evening outfits, cool-and-humid-friendly layers, bug-busting clothing… the works. I really could have done with Tyde London's capsule wardrobe expertise then!

That said, with all the travelling we do, I am getting better at packing lighter and smarter. Having too much stuff can be a pain, especially when you’re moving from hotel to hotel, but it is a balance, because heaven forbid you’re without that one ‘essential’ number.  Be bold and take 20% less than you think you need, but do keep that special item in there just in case.  Each destination needs a slightly different approach, so I’m gradually building a travel wardrobe that works seamlessly across multiple places, and rather enjoying it."

 

Yoanna- "Definitely an over-packer! I like to have options for every part of the trip."

 

Jules- "I’m afraid to say, that even though I travel as much as I do, I always travel with a lot of clothes and shoes. I don’t want to ever be somewhere regretting that I didn’t take that dress or that outfit for the perfect moment. I’m currently packing for a trip next week and have 16 pairs of shoes lined up!!"

 

 

4. Any packing hacks for your travel capsule wardrobes?

Holly- "Channelling my lighter-and-smarter self, I aim to pack around 12 versatile pieces for a 10-day trip with multiple “environments.”

The key is choosing items that work hard across different settings — beach, culture, safari, travel and evenings out.

My go-to pieces are:

• Linen shirts — A good selection of neutrals with a few colour pops or patterns. They work on so many levels: plane travel, a beach throw-on over swimwear, long sleeves when needed, cool enough for safaris and culture days, and smart with jewellery for evenings.

• Dresses — I’m a huge dress fan. One piece, no thinking. Choose styles that work both on the beach and in the evening — light, lined, cheesecloth or anything that packs well.

• Caps — We love our F&P vintage caps. Great for the beach, game drives, travel days and generally looking pulled together.

• Wide-leg trousers — Perfect for travel, elegant evenings, and helpful in mosquito-prone areas.

• Footwear — Birkenstocks are my failsafe. I usually pack black leather sandals (comfortable and versatile), taupe Bostons (I live in these), and a pair of trainers.

• Laundry facilities — I’m a big fan of using in-destination laundry. With a 24-hour turnaround and everything returned beautifully folded, it allows you to pack far less.

• Bags — A cross-body bag for outings and an F&P tote for beach, planes and everyday bits.

• Neck Scarf – nice for pop of colour and bringing a little something else to an outfit.

• Essentials (non-wardrobe but vital!) — A Contents Bag and Me travel pouch for travel docs and bits, and if you’re a photo nut like me then a battery pack and adaptors are essential!

 

Yoanna- "Pick versatile pieces you can style multiple ways. 

• Packing cubes are essential (especially for over-packers like me!)

• Always roll instead of fold – it saves space

• Build outfits around one or two key statement pieces

• And if all else fails… bring a bigger suitcase!"