Sarah Riches
Editor
About Me
After a five-year stint living in Hiroshima, Hong Kong and Taipei, Sarah was inspired to become a travel journalist. Sarah has freelanced for Condé Nast Traveller and National Geographic Traveller and is the author of London Almanac (2010) and Culture Smart! The Essential Guide to British Customs & Culture (2024). She was also the deputy editor of Time Out Abu Dhabi, Where London and London Planner, digital editor of Wanderlust – the UK’s oldest travel magazine – and editor of Explore Paddington, which was twice shortlisted at the PPA Independent Publisher Awards, which recognise innovation in publishing.
When she’s not editing World of Cruising, Sarah is practising spirals as a level bronze figure skater – and planning her next adventure.
Recent Editors Corner articles
Recent News Articles
Interview: Alexander Armstrong on his dream cruise, Classic FM and what's coming in 2025
As part of Viking’s partnership with Classic FM, we meet Classic FM presenter Alexander Armstrong
Star on board: Frank Bruno MBE
Joining Cunard’s new Queen Anne for a British Isles cruise, the boxing legend will be discussing his greatest battles – in and out of the ring – as he tells Sarah Riches
We're up for an award: thank you for your support
World of Cruising TV has been nominated for a PPA Award, and we're over the moon. But it wouldn't have been possible without you!
New luxury cruise lets you witness solar eclipse at sea
Windstar Cruises will operate a second solar eclipse cruise in August 2026 for a chance to witness the rare celestial event from the deck of a luxury sailing yacht.
Holland America Line marks 152 years with Anniversary Sale
You can save up to 25% and get free onboard credit on select sailings until 30 April 2025.
Cruise insiders share thoughts on new Norwegian Aqua
Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL) newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, has made waves among cruise experts who got a first look during a special preview sailing from Southampton.
Recent Advice Articles
Win tickets to the new Edvard Munch exhibition with Viking
The National Portrait Gallery’s new exhibition, supported by Viking, reveals Edvard Munch’s social side - with a chance to win tickets
A first timer's guide to Hawaii
Jet black lava landscapes, swaying palms, hula dancers and only good vibes allowed – say aloha to the US state of Hawaii and discover a tropical paradise, primed for unforgettable adventures, writes Renate Ruge
Cruise review: drift down the Mississippi River from New Orleans
On a voyage to the USA’s Southern heartland, we discover music as soulful as the food – and historic mansions as haunted as the Mississippi’s gator-filled swamps.
Ship review: Viking Mississippi
We boarded Viking Mississippi to sail return from New Orleans via Darrow, St Francisville, Natchez, Vicksburg and Baton Rouge, to experience Viking’s New Orleans & Southern Charms itinerary
An expert overview of Disney Treasure
Moana and Peter Pan are just some of the Disney stars you’ll meet while sailing on Disney’s newest vessel, Disney Treasure
Why the River Rhone should be your next river cruise
Explore the vineyards, lavender fields and sunflower meadows fringing the River Rhone in France by bike, kayak or on foot, writes Sarah Riches