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Sail Away Magazine Issue 20
Issue 20 marks a major milestone for Sail Away Magazine as we celebrate 20 editions, and welcome a brand-new voice to the team. Former Virgin Voyages Hostess Milly joins us as our new Entertainment Editor, bringing her unique perspective to Sail Away across the magazine, YouTube and podcast. She gets straight to work in this issue with an entertainment-focused review of Azamara Quest, while also introducing her new regular column, Milly’s Corner. Elsewhere, Michael Howorth returns to take us on a journey along the mighty Mississippi, while Kathy Taylor discovers the spectacular Douro River with VIVA Cruises. But with record-low rainfall creating challenging conditions across some of Europe’s waterways, we also investigate what changing river levels could mean for passengers and the future of river cruising. At sea, we step aboard Scenic Eclipse II to ask a simple but potentially uncomfortable question: is Scenic really as luxurious as it claims? Maritime history also takes centre stage as Dr Stephen Payne OBE boards Brunel’s revolutionary SS Great Britain and explains why this extraordinary ship changed maritime history forever. Alongside our usual mix of cruise news, opinion, destinations and practical advice, Issue 20 celebrates how far Sail Away has come while continuing to do what we set out to do from the very beginning — look beyond the brochure and give cruisers the full picture they deserve.
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Introducing OPINION
OPINION is our exclusive monthly supplement for Sail Away members. Packed with raw, honest and thought-provoking editorials, it tackles the biggest questions facing the cruise industry. Every article invites readers to vote, with the results investigated and discussed in the following issue of Sail Away Magazine, giving our community a genuine voice in shaping the conversation and our journalism.
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The TOP 500 Cruise Channels on YouTube
Our Top 500 Cruise Channels on YouTube brings together the biggest cruise creators from around the world, ranked by subscribers with the option to sort by total views. It is the most comprehensive snapshot of the global cruise community on YouTube and a great place to discover new channels and see who is leading the way.
Never Miss An Issue!
Subscribers to Sail Away Magazine enjoy a unique benefit; alongside the latest edition, they gain access to all previous issues, whether they opt for the digital or printed format of Sail Away. This offers a comprehensive archive of cruising content, allowing subscribers to delve into a rich library of articles, reviews, and features at their leisure. It’s an invaluable resource for both seasoned cruisers and those new to the world of cruising.
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The Uncensored Cruise Podcast
Welcome to The Uncensored Cruise Podcast, the boldest and most honest show in cruising. Hosted by Dan and Jay from Sail Away Magazine, this is where the glossy PR varnish is stripped away and the real stories of cruising are told.
This is not a cruise podcast which plays it safe. We talk openly about the issues passengers care about, with the people you want to hear from. Expect unfiltered reviews, industry deep dives, insider conversations, and candid takes on the moments the cruise lines would rather gloss over.
Dan and Jay bring their experience as independent journalists and paying passengers, offering a perspective you will not hear from corporate-friendly creators. No spin. No sugar-coating. Just real cruising, told truthfully. If you want a cruise podcast that is authentic, honest, and not afraid to say what some avoid, this is the one to listen to.
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