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Sail Away Magazine

Sail Away Magazine

πŸ₯ˆExpert Creator
652 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon723 Total Videos on YouTube58K subscribers

Sail Away Magazine description on YouTube:

Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Sail Away Magazine, the British cruise travel magazine dedicated to bringing you honest and balanced content from the captivating world of cruising. As the go-to source for all things cruise, our magazine is lovingly crafted for those who dream of the sea and yearn for their next voyage. Available for purchase at WHSmiths or through a digital or printed subscription on our website, Sail Away Magazine is your portal to the latest cruise news, in-depth reviews, and exclusive behind-the-scenes looks at the world's leading cruise lines and destinations. Our commitment to the ocean goes beyond the pages of our magazine. For every subscription, we proudly donate Β£1 to our partners at ORCA, a marine conservation organisation dedicated to protecting whales and dolphins. By subscribing, you're not only embarking on a journey through the world of cruising but also contributing to the vital cause of marine conservation. Subscribe today!

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage Β· Sail Away Magazine

We’ve analysed 652 of 723 videos so far.

Published
652
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
723
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage90%

Comprehensive read on Sail Away Magazine's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Sail Away Magazine’s output Β· year over year

How cruise-focused are they, and how much of it have we analysed?

YearDiscoveredCruise Coverage(cruise-related Γ· discovered)Trip Bacon Coverage(analysed Γ· cruise-related)
  1. 2026
    37
  2. 2025
    55
  3. 2024
    55
  4. 2023
    249
  5. 2022
    302
  6. 2021
    15
  7. 2019
    1
Heat scale
0% β†’ 100%β€œDiscovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

Every topic scored on the Trip Bacon Score β€” 0 to 5. More bacon, more love.

Strongest Praise
Suites
39 mentions
Biggest Critique
Casino
3 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
No strong opinion91 video mentions
Specialty Dining
A Nibble123 video mentions
Top
Buffet
A Nibble56 video mentions
Room Service
Barely Crispy14 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
Barely Crispy54 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
A Nibble69 video mentions
Suites
Solid Strip39 video mentions
Top

Entertainment

Shows
A Nibble68 video mentions
Nightlife
A Nibble11 video mentions
Casino
Slight Frown3 video mentions
Low
Activities
Solid Strip26 video mentions
Top

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
A Nibble74 video mentions
Kids & Family
A Nibble36 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
A Nibble50 video mentions

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
A Nibble218 video mentions
Embarkation
No strong opinion12 video mentions
Crew & Service
No strong opinion214 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
Slight Frown25 video mentions
Low
Value
No strong opinion241 video mentions
Excursions
A Nibble14 video mentions
Wi-Fi
No strong opinion23 video mentions
Loyalty Program
No strong opinion23 video mentions
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
Happy Bacon β€” creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon β€” creators took issue with this
Meh β€” no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = β€œmeh”, 5 = β€œbacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

About our Bacon Score methodology

Who’s this ship for?

How the ship rates with different travel parties.

Solo Travelers
55%
Solid choice
Best Match
Couples
58%
Solid choice
Families (Young Kids)
30%
Not recommended
No consensus seals earned yet

Seals are awarded when topics or audiences cross positive thresholds with sufficient volume.

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

β€œViva offers one of the most un forgettable River cruising experiences around which will leave you craving more”

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β€œit's not just one of the best steakhouses at Sea that we've tried is one of the best restaurants we've ever eaten at Full Stop”

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β€œwould we recommend splashing out the extra cash on a mini suite aboard enchanted princess 100 yes”

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β€œwould we recommend splashing out the extra cash on a deluxe suite on board britannia 100 yes”

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β€œthis afternoon tea was Sublime better than the afternoon tea in MSC Yacht Club Holland America and even Cunard”

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The Watch-outs

β€œThis was without doubt the dirtiest cruise ship cabin we've ever stayed in.”

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β€œPubic hairs on the bedside table and the bed. Mold and bacteria growing in the soap dish in the shower.”

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β€œIt does feel like they're laughing in our faces.”

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β€œPassengers were informed that the disruption had been caused by unexpected technical issues beyond the company's control. Passengers weren't in control even though, weren't they?”

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β€œThe company revised its position and offered passengers a measly 25% future cruise credit. not a refund, a credit.”

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Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Sail Away Magazine.

  1. Tip crew personally to ensure service quality.

  2. Be aware of increased charges and reduced inclusions when booking.

  3. Know the banned items list before packing for your cruise.

  4. Do not bring irons, drones, extension cords, smart glasses, or candles on board.

  5. Be more outspoken when cruise lines fall short of their promises.

  6. Document operational problems and request technical explanations from the cruise line.

  7. Consider legal claims under UK consumer protection laws if dissatisfied.

  8. Book an excursion with the cruise line to ensure they wait for you.

Videos (652)

Cunard Queen Mary 2 Highlights3:18

Cunard Queen Mary 2 Highlights

Β· 6K views Β· 4 years ago
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
+2 more
Marella Cruises | Marella Discovery or Marella Explorer - Which is Better?17:47Compare

Marella Cruises | Marella Discovery or Marella Explorer - Which is Better?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 55K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Regent Seven Seas Cruises logo
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
+8 more
Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas Ship Review16:17Review

Royal Caribbean Anthem of the Seas Ship Review

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 13K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
+3 more
Anthem of the Seas Food & Dining Guide13:50Tips

Anthem of the Seas Food & Dining Guide

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 36K views Β· 4 years ago
Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Anthem of the Seas
+5 more
Royal Caribbean COVID-19 Measures | Should We Have Cancelled?9:33Review

Royal Caribbean COVID-19 Measures | Should We Have Cancelled?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 1K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Anthem of the Seas
+1 more
Cruise with Jay | Channel Trailer 20223:06Vlog

Cruise with Jay | Channel Trailer 2022

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
+2 more
Stingray City Antigua3:39Tips

Stingray City Antigua

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 11K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
+3 more
Anthem of the Seas Full Cruise Ship Tour30:53Tour

Anthem of the Seas Full Cruise Ship Tour

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 59K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Anthem of the Seas
+1 more
Anthem of the Seas North Star Experience3:39Review

Anthem of the Seas North Star Experience

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 8K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Anthem of the Seas
+5 more
Anthem of the Seas Balcony Cabin Tour6:21Tour

Anthem of the Seas Balcony Cabin Tour

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 78K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Anthem of the Seas
+2 more
Queen Mary 2 Docked in Southampton2:54

Queen Mary 2 Docked in Southampton

Β· 2K views Β· 4 years ago
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
+4 more
P&O Iona Cruise Ship Docked in Lisbon2:59

P&O Iona Cruise Ship Docked in Lisbon

Β· 5K views Β· 4 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Iona
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Why is it called the Navigational Bridge?5:21Tips

Why is it called the Navigational Bridge?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 4 years ago
Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
+5 more
Cunard Queen Mary 2 Ship Review23:19Review

Cunard Queen Mary 2 Ship Review

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 27K views Β· 4 years ago
Very Critical
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
+2 more
Queen Mary 2 FULL Ship Tour31:02Tour

Queen Mary 2 FULL Ship Tour

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 133K views Β· 4 years ago
Critical
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
+2 more
Queen Mary 2 Sheltered Balcony Stateroom TOUR5:10Tour

Queen Mary 2 Sheltered Balcony Stateroom TOUR

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 13K views Β· 4 years ago
Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
+2 more
P&O Iona Cruise Review17:36Review

P&O Iona Cruise Review

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 19K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Iona
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Iona Cruise Ship Balcony Cabin TOUR7:01Tour

Iona Cruise Ship Balcony Cabin TOUR

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 11K views Β· 4 years ago
Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Iona
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P&O Cruises Iona Dining Guide11:22Review

P&O Cruises Iona Dining Guide

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 22K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Iona
+2 more
P&O Cruises Drink Packages | Good Value for Money?6:13Review

P&O Cruises Drink Packages | Good Value for Money?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 46K views Β· 4 years ago
Critical
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
+4 more
P&O Iona FULL Cruise Ship Tour33:25Tour

P&O Iona FULL Cruise Ship Tour

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 134K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Iona
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Marella Cruises | Marella Discovery FULL Ship Tour21:33Tour

Marella Cruises | Marella Discovery FULL Ship Tour

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 156K views Β· 4 years ago
Positive
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Discovery
+1 more
Marella Discovery Deluxe Balcony Cabin Tour & Review5:04Tour

Marella Discovery Deluxe Balcony Cabin Tour & Review

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 58K views Β· 4 years ago
Positive
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Discovery
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Explorer
Marella Discovery Junior Suite Tour & Review5:06Tour

Marella Discovery Junior Suite Tour & Review

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 30K views Β· 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Discovery
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Explorer