Our Writers
Meet the crew behind our columns.
At Sail Away Magazine, our editorials are refreshingly honest, personality-driven, and written with the kind of integrity you can trust.
Writers You Can Trust.
Our contributors have written for some of the world’s most respected publications — including The New York Times, The Independent, The Daily Telegraph, The Daily Mail, The Sun, and National Geographic — bringing that same credibility, craft, and expertise to every page of Sail Away Magazine.
Meet Our Regular Writers
Get to know the trusted voices behind each issue of Sail Away Magazine — from cruise experts and travel journalists to industry insiders who live and breathe life at sea.
Dan Wailing & Jay Cannon
Dan and Jay are the unfiltered duo behind Sail Away Magazine, serving up sharp humour, honest reviews, and a whole lot of personality on every cruise.
Emma Cruises
Emma is the go-to voice for no-nonsense cruise advice, known for her relatable style, honest reviews, and ability to make first-time cruisers feel totally as ease.
Dr Stephen Payne OBE
The legendary designer of Queen Mary 2, Stephen brings unrivalled maritime expertise and a deep respect for ocean liner heritage to every article he writes.
Kaye Holland
Kaye is a travel writer with a passion for cultural discovery, bringing destinations to life through vivid storytelling and a curious, well-travelled perspective.
Travel Blog Jamie
Known for his bold opinions and sharp wit, delivers cruise content that’s as entertaining as it is uncompromisingly honest.
Jenni Fielding
Jenni Fielding, blends insider knowledge with real-world cruising experience to deliver practical advice and down-to-earth reviews families can trust.
Jerome Vincent
Jerome is the voice behind Sailor’s column in Sail Away Magazine, a contributor to our Sail Away Stories feature, and function author for children’s books.
Jenny Block
Jenny is an award-winning writer who brings a bold voice to travel and cruise journalism, with a focus on freedom, and living life on your own terms.
Steve Newman
Steve Newman is a travel journalist with a passion for uncovering lesser-known cruise experiences, from repositioning voyages to unique river routes.
Jenny Cookman
Jenny captures the magic of river cruising through thoughtful, atmospheric writing that reflects her love for slow travel, scenic journeys, and festive escapes.
Thomas Wilson
Thomas Wilson is an Independent Travel Agent with a lifelong passion for cruising, known for combining expert advice with a genuine love for cruising and life at sea.
Kathy Taylor from Cruise Lowdown
Founder of Cruise Lowdown, Kathy pairs insider knowledge with straight-up cruise truths, guiding readers through cruising with clarity, honesty, and a touch of sass.
Steve Jones
Steve is Fundraising Manager at ORCA, charity partner of Sail Away. Sharing his knowledge of conservation and passion for protecting cetaceans.
Samantha Mitchell
Sam runs the YouTube channel Ever After Adventures, which shares insights into cruising, Disney holidays, and travelling with children.
Danielle Fear
Danielle is an award-winning cruise writer and regular contributor to Sail Away. With over 90 cruises under her belt, she brings a wealth of firsthand experience.
Ritzy Travel Guide
Ritzy Travel Guide, led by Bill and his wife, is a YouTube travel channel and blog offering honest, practical reviews on cruising.
Bold Opinions, Brilliant Reads.
At Sail Away Magazine, we don’t do fluff or filler — just bold, honest editorials written by people who actually cruise. From unfiltered reviews to sharp opinions and insider insights, every article is crafted with integrity, personality, and a genuine love for life at sea. If you’re tired of sugar-coated cruise coverage in publications like World of Cruising, you’ve come to the right place. Both our subscription options come with the following perks:
- Honest Cruise Reviews
- Expert Contributors
- £1 Donation to ORCA Every Issue
- Access to Behind-the-Scenes
- Digital Access to all Past Issues
- Exclusive Money-Saving Offers
- Subscriber-Only Competitions
- Access to Cruise Confessions
Meet Our Guest Contributors
From seasoned cruisers to fresh new voices in the travel influencer community, our guest contributors share unique perspectives, personal stories, and expert insights from life at sea and beyond.
Jan & Steve Cross
Crossey Travellers, the husband-and-wife duo with a love for cruising and a knack for storytelling, share their cruise experiences that are both informative and inspiring.
Get Lost with Ben & Gareth
YouTuber's Ben & Gareth are adventurous storytellers who blend humour, heart, and honest reviews as they explore the world one cruise at a time.
Julia Mitchell
Julia combines a love of cruising with a passion for storytelling and reading, offering thoughtful reflections, travel inspiration, and literary charm.
Gage & Olivia Masterson
Gage & Olivia, founders of SwingHub, write about cruising in the lifestyle — answering all your pineapple-related questions with humour and honesty.
John & Sandra Nowlan
John & Sandra are travel writers who bring decades of experience to every voyage, having explored the world by ship and riverboat, with a passion for travel.
Kelly Sullivan
Kelly is a WSET Level 3-qualified wine expert and travel writer who brings her love of wine and cruising together, with features in Good Housekeeping.
Frances & Michael Howorth
Frances & Michael Howorth are an award-winning yachting and cruise-writing duo, known for their authoritative coverage of luxury travel, super yachts, and life at sea.
Sisters on the Seas
Lizzy & Laura are YouTube travel influencers who bring cruise life to screens through ship reviews, vlogs, and an infectious enthusiasm for cruising.
Cruising Gaze
Elliot & Mark are bloggers who share their adventures through engaging content. Their work offers a fresh take on cruising, with personal experiences and reviews.
Josh Draper
Josh is a British Airways pilot and the creator of Coast to Coasters, a YouTube channel where he shares cruise reviews, and theme park vlogs.
Tom and Dom Travel
Tom and Dom are UK-based cruise vloggers who share their adventures through ship tours, destination guides, and blogs on modern cruising.
Cruising with the 4bs
Cruising with the 4bs is a UK-based family of cruise vloggers who share their seafaring adventures through engaging ship tours, reviews, and cruise vlogs.
Mandy, Trustpilot Review 
"Loving the Sailaway magazines and look forward to reading the many different features. Excellent reviews on ships, places to visit and tips for cruising. Keep up the good work".
Daniel O, Trustpilot Review
"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".
Eleena Armstrong-Brookes, Trustpilot Review
"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."
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