Sail Away Magazine Reviews 66

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic magazine full of interesting articles. Really enjoy the different perspectives on cruising and the way the magazine sometimes tackles awkward topics. Sail Away Magazine isn’t just a mout... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Magazine is of high class with good content. Enjoying reading them. First and second issue arrived quickly from dispatch with no issues. I also liked the opportunity -being given access to past issues... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

A basic magazine that isn’t worthy of the shelves in WHSmith. It’s poorly put together by creators that clearly have no design or editorial background. The magazine resembles a college project stitche... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been looking in local shops for a while now for a cruise magazine to no avail. I follow an instagram account who just so happened to feature in the latest addition of Sail Away Magazine and I t... See more

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Sail Away is a cruise travel magazine, written by cruise lovers for cruise lovers. Sail Away is available from Newsstand at different retailers across the UK, and is available on subscription from the Sail Away website with free postage. For every magazine subscription, Sail Away Magazine donates £1 to the marine conservation charity, ORCA.


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4.5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve found the magazine amazing

I’ve found the magazine amazing; very well written, great content and informative.
The team are great at sorting issues with subscription, they are very friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend this magazine if you have a passion for cruising.

November 8, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear you’ve found the magazine both informative and enjoyable, and it’s especially kind of you to mention our team – they’ll be so pleased to know their efforts are appreciated. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we’re thrilled to have you as part of the Sail Away community!

Beverley

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Devoted cruiser

As a devoted cruiser, immersing yourself in the experiences of not just your preferred brand but also its competitors can open new horizons. This knowledge is invaluable, especially when loyalty match programs are on the horizon. Embrace the journey of exploration!

February 6, 2025
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for such a thoughtful and insightful review. We couldn’t agree more – discovering what different cruise lines have to offer can be incredibly rewarding, especially with loyalty match opportunities becoming more popular :)

Jay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing magazine really informative and…

Amazing magazine really informative and well written!

October 13, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you ever so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the magazine and finding it both informative and well written. It means a great deal to us :)

Jay

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A magazine with a lot of potential

I came across this magazine after 'Travelblogjamie' started writing for them. Some of the articles such as the history of Borealis are great. Some of the articles are quite facile, with tips such as saving money when cruising with children by taking them during term-time. I would like to see better quality writing, and more in depth articles on e.g. behind the scenes on cruise ships, which cruise ships treat their crew the best/worst, how can ships be more environmentally friendly and what impact do they have on their ports of call. I also thought the front cover probably wouldn't attract me if I saw it in a shop, but it might be aimed at more older, retired clientele. I'm giving it 4 stars because I think it has a lot of potential and I appreciated the Christmas card!

September 4, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you very much for your honest and constructive feedback – it’s greatly appreciated. We're so pleased you’ve enjoyed features like the history of Borealis and that Travel Blog Jamie helped introduce you to us.

We’re constantly striving to improve, and your suggestions are both insightful and helpful. In fact, we’ve got several behind-the-scenes pieces and thought-provoking features in the pipeline that align with exactly what you've described – from crew welfare to environmental impact and port sustainability.

Thank you again for the thoughtful review and for recognising the magazine’s potential – it means a great deal to us.

Jay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Cruise Magazine!

I’ve been subscribed to Sail Away since it launched, and I love it. The brutally honest reviews and range of guest contributors make it unique amongst other travel publications I’ve read. Well worth the money, and the £1 donation to ORCA each issue is a lovely touch!

December 1, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you so much for your continued support – it truly means the world to us. We're thrilled to hear that you value the honest reviews and enjoy the variety of guest contributors. It's our mission to stand out by being transparent and informative, so your words are incredibly encouraging. We're also proud to support ORCA, and we're so pleased you appreciate that contribution.

Dan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unbiased reviews from real people

Unbiased reviews from real people

September 4, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for your kind words. We take great pride in offering honest, unbiased reviews from genuine cruisers, so it’s wonderful to hear that’s coming through. Your support is truly appreciated!

Jay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sail away

Exccellent produced magazine

September 2, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear you think the magazine is excellently produced. We work hard hard to ensure each issue is of the highest quality, so your feedback really means a lot.

Jay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love this magazine and the insider info…

Love this magazine and the insider info it provides! These are real life experiences with useful advice, and the articles are great!

September 2, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you ever so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the magazine and finding the insider info and real-life experiences useful. It’s wonderful to know the articles are hitting the mark – we’ll keep bringing you more of what you love!

Jay

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Nice modern magazine to read about…

Nice modern magazine to read about cruising.

August 21, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased to hear you’re enjoying the modern feel of the magazine and the cruising content. Your support means a great deal to us!

Jay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic magazine

Fantastic magazine full of interesting articles.

Really enjoy the different perspectives on cruising and the way the magazine sometimes tackles awkward topics. Sail Away Magazine isn’t just a mouthpiece for cruise lines to sell cruises, the content is honest and it’s a good read.

October 10, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're genuinely pleased to hear you appreciate the different perspectives and our commitment to honest, unfiltered content. We believe it’s important to cover the full picture – even the awkward bits – and it’s wonderful to know that resonates with you.

Jay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant magazine with so much content…

Brilliant magazine with so much content from plenty of brilliant content creators and people within the world of cruising. As for the sailaway podcast it shows real insight into the cruise world with a massive variety of guests who all bring something a little different. Luke and Noel not sure why you are both so bitter, maybe ask sailaway for a spot in the mag or on the podcast as both of those reviews appear very personal and I am sure they would love a discussion. we all enjoy something different and if it’s that awful I normally don’t bother with a review, so to me this seems awfully petty when so many others love the content but hey smile and walk on by.

October 9, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and supportive review. We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying both the magazine and the podcast – we’re very lucky to have such a passionate and talented group of contributors and guests. It’s wonderful to know that variety and honesty are coming through clearly in what we do. Your words mean a great deal to the whole team – thank you again for taking the time to share them.

Dan

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Don't waste your money or time

My wife and I have cruised for years and love all things cruise but would not call this a "premium" magazine. We picked it up from WH Smith and would say it has no substance, amateurish at best and our advice is to save your money. I also found them on YouTube and find their "podcast" full of opinioned drivel, negativity, self-serving and a whining session about other people on You Tube it does them no favors. I feel sorry for their guests being subjected to these two.

October 8, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We’re always open to constructive feedback and appreciate hearing different perspectives, even when they’re critical. While we understand the magazine and podcast may not be to everyone’s taste, we’re proud of the work we produce and the community we’ve built — a community that values honest discussion, varied opinions, and real cruising experiences.

We’re also proud to stand by our editorial independence, which includes calling out behaviour we believe damages the credibility of the cruise community. We’ll continue to focus on producing content that resonates with our readers and listeners who value transparency over polish.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Basic

A basic magazine that isn’t worthy of the shelves in WHSmith. It’s poorly put together by creators that clearly have no design or editorial background. The magazine resembles a college project stitched together with stock imagery and articles that lack depth or knowledge. Save your money and read free content found widely online.

October 4, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for your review. While we welcome honest feedback, we strongly disagree with your assessment.

Sail Away Magazine is created by a global team of experienced writers, including contributors with bylines in The Washington Post, The Telegraph, and The Guardian, as well as authors, naval architects and respected travel influencers... who don't cheat! Every issue is edited and proofread by a professional with over 25 years in journalism, and our design is handled by a creative lead with more than a decade of experience working with leading cruise brands in the UK.

We’ve built something we’re incredibly proud of – a magazine that offers a mix of trusted expertise and authentic opinions from a broad range of voices. Judging by the overwhelmingly positive response from our readers, your view is very much in the minority. Nonetheless, we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. You can't win them all, as they say!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely Brilliant as always. Xxx

Absolutely Brilliant as always.

Well Done. Xxx

July 4, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you so much for your lovely words! We’re absolutely thrilled you’re enjoying the magazine – your support means the world to us. Sending our thanks and best wishes right back at you :)

Dan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible magazine

Incredible magazine, really look forward to every issue. Thankyou for your hard work .

June 29, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you ever so much for your kind words. We’re truly delighted to hear you look forward to each issue – it makes all the hard work worthwhile :)

Dan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If you love cruising you will love this…

If you love cruising you will love this magazine!

Great content for all the cruise addicts out there!

April 30, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear the magazine hits the mark for fellow cruise lovers. It's a joy to create content for the cruise community, and we’re so glad you're enjoying it!

Jay

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sailaway; my favorite periodical.

Sailaway brings up topics and stories that about ships, Captains, Cruise Directors, and more! When I had trouble getting an issue, I wrote and they got it to me promptly! I always look forward to the next issue.

April 28, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy the stories and topics we cover in Sail Away. It's our goal to bring fascinating insights about ships, Captains, Cruise Directors, and more to our readers. We're glad that our team could promptly resolve your issue and get the issue to you. Your anticipation for the next issue truly motivates us. Happy reading :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Informative

Informative, attractive and comprehensive in content

May 6, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thanks so much for supporting Sail Away Magazine. Your support and kind words are really appreciated!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great cruise 🛳 Magazine Written by…

A great cruise 🛳 Magazine Written by true cruise 🛳 people who you on YouTube. I love all the Articles by the people.

May 6, 2024
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Reply from Sail Away Magazine

Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoy our cruise magazine and appreciate the articles written by true cruise enthusiasts you follow on YouTube. It's our aim to provide content that resonates with fellow cruise lovers like yourself. Your support means a lot to us, and we're excited to continue delivering the articles you love!

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