A Cruising Good Time
🥈Expert CreatorA Cruising Good Time description on YouTube:
Want to cruise smarter, save money, and see the world? You’ve found your crew! We are Jeff and Becky. After 40+ cruises visiting 60+ countries, we’ve learned exactly what separates a "good" vacation from the trip of a lifetime. We made the rookie mistakes so you don't have to. On this channel, we help you maximize your cruise experience with: - Honest Ship Reviews: The good, the bad, and the ugly. - Port Guides: How to avoid tourist traps, Save Money, and find hidden gems. - Insider Tips: Strategies to save money on board. Subscribe to join us for weekly adventures and practical advice. Affiliate Links (we will get a small commission at no extra cost to you): Viator Excursions and Experiences https://vi.me/BRRJd Amazon Travel Gear: https://amzn.to/4tlrj9c OONO Gear (Backpack): https://61cda5-3.myshopify.com?ref=a_cruising_good_time (use coupon "a_cruising_good_time" to save 10%!) Next Adventure: Nieuw Statendam to Norway and then the Oosterdam in the Med - both June 2026!
We’ve analysed 159 of 175 videos so far.
Solid sample of A Cruising Good Time's catalogue — the patterns below should be reliable.
How cruise-focused are they, and how much of it have we analysed?
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Topic-by-topic creator consensus
Every topic scored on the Trip Bacon Score — 0 to 5. More bacon, more love.
Dining
Cabins
Entertainment
Deck & Recreation
Ship & Crew
Value & Logistics
Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.
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How the ship rates with different travel parties.
Consensus Seals
Auto-awarded when creators consistently praise specific aspects of this ship.
What Creators Are Saying
Selected quotes from our creator panel.
“It was the most amazing place that I have ever seen.”
“Highly recommend it.”
“We've absolutely loved the balcony on this cruise ship.”
“This was the trip of a lifetime. This was such an adventure. We had such a fabulous time.”
“I loved walking through the square. It was really quite picturesque and I loved the church that we went into.”
“The internet on board again a new ship was just absolutely terrible.”
“We got gouged on that. No question about it.”
“Princess cancelled our inaugural cruise on the Star Princess.”
“The internet was absolutely terrible in a Conning Dam.”
“Cell phone roaming charges on a cruise can be hundreds or even thousands of dollars.”
Pro Tips From Creators
The most-shared advice for A Cruising Good Time.
Verify your cabin key envelope has your name and two card keys inside.
Ask your room steward for more hangers if needed.
Bring your own conditioner if you use it, as only shampoo and shower gel are provided.
Keep track of beach towels and turn them in at the end of the cruise.
Book a day early in Santiago to explore the city.
Consider private tours for more time and comfort at penguin reserves.
Sign up with Galveston Warbs on their website for coupons to save money on parking.
Go up to the bar one story up for drinks to avoid the busy Doctor PhD bar.
Videos (159)
11:02ReviewA First Look at the New Princess cruise App We show you what is new, different, and missing.
4:57TipsBest Roatan Shore Excursions (Our Favorite Tours in Roatan)
13:31ReviewWe Tried the Chef's Table on a Princess Cruise Ship
1:47VlogIs Princess Cruise's butter real? We asked the Executive Chef and let you know!
0:46A walk through Chania Crete- Sightseeing, great good, and wonderful memories.
2:01VlogThe Island Princess has more Itinerary Changes. No Santorini
4:06TipsPrincess Cruise Expert Shares Top Money Saving Tips
7:42TipsSan Juan's BEST Kept Secret Shore Excursions Revealed
4:20TipsGetting around on a Princess Cruise Ship without getting lost - tips for Port and Starboard.
7:06CompareWhich Cruise Line has the best value Bundle Drink Package? We show you the benefits of 4 packages.
5:31TipsCozumel Cruise Port: What Most Cruisers Miss (Best Things to Do)
9:23TipsGalveston Cruise Port Guide: Parking, Hotels & What to Do (Honest Tips)
4:20TipsGet in the Green Lane on the Princess Cruises Medallion App! So you can get onboard FAST!
8:36TipsTop 4 Must Do Things in Grand Cayman for Cruise Travelers
4:13TipsTop 5 Things You Can't Miss in St. Thomas!
19:51TipsApril 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. Everything you need to know to prepare now for viewing!
12:39TourComplete Crown Princess Ship Tour - We tell you our favorite things and show the entire ship.
4:28TourRuby Princess Standard Balcony Cabin Tour of Cabin R523
7:06TipsUltimate Western Caribbean Cruise Guide You Can't Miss
6:33TipsBig Changes to the Celebrity Cruise Lines Drink Package on October 4 2023 and what it will cost you.
18:34TipsWill Changes to Casual Dining in the Princess Plus and Princess Premium Packages payout for you?
10:51TipsPlanning the Ultimate Christmas Cruise Adventure!
6:00TipsVancouver Embarkation for Alaska Cruise - Tips for a Quick and Smooth Embarkation
8:45TipsIs the NEW Princess Cruise Plus Drink Package or Premium Drink Package worth it for you? Drink Menu.