joppaturrets.
Editorial team

joppaturrets.com editorial team

joppaturrets.com is run by a standing editorial team. Each author has their own beats and voice — here's who is responsible for what.

Alasdair Kinloch

Commercial Hospitality Analyst

Covers: Hospitality Insights · Self-Catering & Cottages

Alasdair spent a decade managing revenue strategies for boutique hotel groups across the UK before transitioning to hospitality journalism. He dissects the business side of Scottish tourism, focusing on yield management, property regulations, and market trends.

Morven Teague

Accommodation Assessor & Accessibility Advocate

Covers: Seaside Stays · Self-Catering & Cottages

With a background in accessibility auditing and hospitality standards, Morven travels the Scottish coast evaluating properties for practical comfort. She focuses on ergonomics, family-friendly setups, and the actual usability of self-catering spaces.

Ewan Guthrie

Coastal Heritage Editor

Covers: Shoreline Culture

Ewan is a former maritime archivist who documents the intersection of traditional Scottish coastal life and modern tourism. He explores how fishing villages, local gastronomy, and tidal landscapes shape the guest experience in the Lothians and Fife.

Elspeth Niven

Boutique Guest House Specialist

Covers: Seaside Stays · Hospitality Insights

Elspeth specializes in the aesthetics and guest experience of independent Edinburgh and coastal B&Bs. She bridges the gap between interior design choices and guest satisfaction, analyzing how atmosphere drives bookings and reviews.