Sail Away Magazine

04/08/2025

🌊From the football pitch in Ukraine to the bridge, Captain Oleksii Varyvoda’s journey to commanding Ambassador Cruise Line's Ambition is anything but ordinary. He opens up about life at sea, the challenges of leading a ship, and his hopes for the future for his homeland. 💜

Discover the inspiring journey of Captain Oleksii Varyvoda, from professional footballer to commanding Ambassador Cruise Line’s Ambition.

02/08/2025

Our first-ever documentary, ss Rotterdam: The Ship That Refused To Fade, tells the remarkable story of Holland’s most iconic ocean liner, featuring rare archives and stunning new footage filmed in 6K Ultra HD. Now available to watch on YouTube 👀

Step aboard SS Rotterdam: The Ship That Refused To Fade, the definitive documentary on one of the most iconic ocean liners ever built.Once the pride of the N...

02/08/2025

The wait is over. For the first time, the incredible story of ss Rotterdam has been captured in a full-length documentary. Featuring rare onboard archives and presented by Dr Stephen Payne, designer of Queen Mary 2, this is the definitive film about the last great Dutch ocean liner. 🚢

Watch SS Rotterdam: The Ship That Refused To Fade – premiering today on YouTube.

Watch the first-ever documentary about SS Rotterdam, filmed in 6K Ultra HD. Presented by Dr Stephen Payne, designer of Queen Mary 2.

01/08/2025

🚢 Saying Farewell to an Old Friend.

Once the fastest ocean liner in the world, the SS United States was America’s pride, turning heads with her sleek lines and record-breaking speed. But now, her final chapter is being written as she prepares to be sunk as an artificial reef.

In an exclusive feature, maritime expert Dr Stephen Payne shares the incredible story of this iconic ship – from her glory days to her bittersweet goodbye.

👉 Read the full article here:

Dr Stephen Payne reflects on SS United States, from her days as the fastest ocean liner to her final years before becoming an artificial reef.

28/07/2025

Nigel on Queen Mary 2 called this a "silent act of protest".

While we may not be allowed onboard, it is great to see our magazines still find their way there, no matter how hard some try to stop them.🚢

28/07/2025

Three cruise lines. Three sets of ships completed together. ✅

As a couple, we’ve now sailed on every ship with Ambassador Cruise Line, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, and Cunard. Which cruise lines have you cruised with where you've completed the full set?

The person who’s managed to complete the most full sets will win a FREE printed copy of Sail Away Magazine (answer honestly, like good boys and girls 😉)!

27/07/2025

What’s happening on cruise ships these days? From viral brawls and fights to tragic overboard incidents and even murders, cruise ships seem to be in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Are cruise lines to blame, or is it the people they’re letting onboard?

Share your opinion – we’re curious to know what you think. ⚓️🤔

Why are violent fights, drugs, and even murders becoming more common on cruise ships? What is fuelling this crime wave at sea?

26/07/2025

This is why feedback matters. Princess Cruises listened, and they caved — reversing the most unpopular part of their new package changes. Unlimited specialty teas and coffees are back. Other cruise lines, take note of the importance of feedback! 👏

After backlash over new drink limits, Princess Cruises has backtracked. Specialty coffees and teas in the Plus package are now unlimited!

25/07/2025

We love the look of this 💙👌🏻

Say hello to Fresco, our brand-new open-air venue debuting on board Borealis during her Dry Dock later this year... 🌿🛳️

Found on Deck 8, Aft and inspired by the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean, this lovely new space will serve a tempting selection of light bites. It’s the perfect place to enjoy laidback snacks in the sunshine, and will be occasionally open in the evening as an inviting lounge deck under the stars. ☀️⭐

We look forward to welcoming you there soon!

24/07/2025

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24/07/2025

Which cruise ship do you really miss? The one you still think about long after it sailed its last voyage?

Ours is Fred. Olsen's Braemar — the very first ship Jay ever sailed on. Small, charming, and full of character. ⚓️

What’s yours? Let us know in the comments 😊

23/07/2025

Celebrity Cruises cancels a cruise on Celebrity Beyond just 24 hours before departure, but they nail the response 👏. Full refunds, generous compensation, and clear communication.

Celebrity Beyond’s cruise was cancelled just hours before departure — but the cruise line’s generous response has guests applauding.