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Alex & Erika

Alex & Erika

🥈Expert Creator
331 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon515 Total Videos on YouTube40K subscribers

Alex & Erika description on YouTube:

Real family cruise travel. Cruise tips. Mexico port guides. No fluff. We’re Alex & Erika — a bilingual, multicultural family sharing strategic cruise advice, detailed port guides, and real-life family travel experiences. Our channel helps you: • Plan smarter cruise vacations • Avoid common cruise mistakes • Navigate Caribbean & Mexican Riviera cruise ports • Cruise with kids without overcomplicating it • Know what’s actually worth your time (and what’s not) We specialize in: 🚢 Cruise planning & embarkation strategy 🌴 Caribbean & Southern Caribbean port guides 🇲🇽 Mexican Riviera ports (Cabo, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta, La Paz & more) 👨‍👩‍👧 Cruising with kids We started making videos so Erika’s family in Guadalajara could stay connected — and it grew into a community of travelers who want real experiences, not staged perfection. New videos every week. Subscribe and plan smarter. 📍 Erika is from Guadalajara, Mexico 📍 Alex is from San Diego, California

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage · Alex & Erika

We’ve analysed 331 of 515 videos so far.

Published
331
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
515
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage64%

Comprehensive read on Alex & Erika's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Alex & Erika’s output · year over year

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

YearDiscoveredCruise Coverage(cruise-related ÷ discovered)Trip Bacon Coverage(analysed ÷ cruise-related)
  1. 2026
    42
  2. 2025
    77
  3. 2024
    46
  4. 2023
    47
  5. 2022
    14
  6. 2021
    9
  7. 2020
    21
  8. 2019
    34
  9. 2018
    22
  10. 2017
    34
Heat scale
0% → 100%“Discovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.
Showing the most recent 10 years · 6 earlier years not shown.

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

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

Strongest Praise
Specialty Dining
30 mentions
Biggest Critique
Wi-Fi
5 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Solid Strip12 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Seriously Tasty30 video mentions
Top
Buffet
Barely Crispy5 video mentions
Room Service
Barely Crispy1 video mention

Cabins

Interior Cabins
A Nibble26 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Solid Strip35 video mentions
Suites
Solid Strip14 video mentions

Entertainment

Shows
Seriously Tasty19 video mentions
Top
Nightlife
Solid Strip31 video mentions
Casino
A Nibble6 video mentions
Activities
Solid Strip30 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
A Nibble32 video mentions
Water Park
Solid Strip13 video mentions
Kids & Family
Solid Strip154 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Seriously Tasty2 video mentions
Top

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
A Nibble22 video mentions
Embarkation
A Nibble51 video mentions
Crew & Service
Solid Strip126 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
Solid Strip14 video mentions
Value
A Nibble68 video mentions
Excursions
Solid Strip152 video mentions
Wi-Fi
Slight Frown5 video mentions
Low
Loyalty Program
Solid Strip13 video mentions
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
Happy Bacon — creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
Meh — no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon 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.

Couples
75%
Great fit
Families (Young Kids)
77%
Great fit
Families (Teens)
77%
Great fit

Consensus Seals

Auto-awarded when creators consistently praise specific aspects of this ship.

Foodie Favorite
Dining consistently praised

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

I think is one of the most beautiful beaches in St. Kits.

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

Barcelona can easily become one of the highlights of your entire cruise.

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

The food alone is worth the trip.

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

In our experience, the southern Caribbean has the clearest water, more dramatic scenery, fewer overbuilt ports, and just a more exotic feel overall because of the geography.

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

Out of all the beach clubs we visited throughout Mexico and the Caribbean, Cozumel is honestly right there at the top for overall value.

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika
The Watch-outs

we currently have a missing person so our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the missing person

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

what I overheard when they were doing the medical evacuation was there was one individual that was like get them off the boat already so we can get back on track and continue with our vacation and I'm like dude shut up my heart just breaks what that family is probably going through right now

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

Our kids love the candy store on a cruise ship and it's a total money waster.

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

it just you know you hear something like that just just scares the [ __ ] out of you

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

we just received notice from the captain that we're missing mikinos which is super disappointing cuz that was one of the ports I was looking forward to the most

🥈ExpertAlex & Erika

Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Alex & Erika.

  1. Plan ahead to make the most of your day in St. Kitts.

  2. Consider a combination of an island tour and beach time for a balanced experience.

  3. Bring small bills for taxis and tips, as US dollars are widely accepted.

  4. Confirm taxi prices before your trip, as fares are fixed rather than metered.

  5. Purchase scenic railway tickets directly through the cruise line to secure availability.

  6. Arrive in Rome a couple of days early to adjust to the time change and avoid rush.

  7. Plan your first day around ancient Rome sites, which are close together.

  8. Explore the historic center on your second day, including the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain.

Videos (331)

ABBA Show on MSC. Have you been? Did you enjoy it? We really enjoyed it. #ABBA #MSC #MSCVirtuosa0:25

ABBA Show on MSC. Have you been? Did you enjoy it? We really enjoyed it. #ABBA #MSC #MSCVirtuosa

· 807 views · 1 years ago
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Cruises USA
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Virtuosa
Best Cabin For Families | Final Day on 14 Day Cruise22:51Vlog

Best Cabin For Families | Final Day on 14 Day Cruise

🥈 · 173 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Crazy WIND on CRUISE SHIP! - 360 INSTA CAM VIDEO0:56

Crazy WIND on CRUISE SHIP! - 360 INSTA CAM VIDEO

· 975 views · 1 years ago
MSC Virtuosa Woman Goes Overboard | Footage From Our Cruise5:14Vlog

MSC Virtuosa Woman Goes Overboard | Footage From Our Cruise

🥈 · 6K views · 1 years ago
Very Critical
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Cruises USA
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Virtuosa
Carnival Celebration Steakhouse Experience with the Captain3:33Vlog

Carnival Celebration Steakhouse Experience with the Captain

🥈 · 296 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Exploring Carnival's Mahogany Bay Beach and Cruise Port7:33Vlog

Exploring Carnival's Mahogany Bay Beach and Cruise Port

🥈 · 211 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Private Tour in Honduras | 6 Year Old Ziplining | Beach Part 211:17Tour

Private Tour in Honduras | 6 Year Old Ziplining | Beach Part 2

🥈 · 84 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Private Cruise Excursion in Honduras | Sloths | Part 111:35Tour

Private Cruise Excursion in Honduras | Sloths | Part 1

🥈 · 145 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Paradise
Costa Maya Tourist Traps | Renting a Golf Cart | Exploring Cruise Port10:47Vlog

Costa Maya Tourist Traps | Renting a Golf Cart | Exploring Cruise Port

🥈 · 4K views · 1 years ago
Critical
Carnival Back 2 Back Cruise Process | Useful Info | Boarding the Celebration FIRST20:41Vlog

Carnival Back 2 Back Cruise Process | Useful Info | Boarding the Celebration FIRST

🥈 · 2K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Is Mr Sanchos the best option in Cozumel?22:10Vlog

Is Mr Sanchos the best option in Cozumel?

🥈 · 7K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Adventure of the Seas
Carnival Celebration Chef's Table Experience12:01Review

Carnival Celebration Chef's Table Experience

🥈 · 1K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Emeril's Bistro at Sea on the Carnival Celebration Didn't Disappoint6:51Vlog

Emeril's Bistro at Sea on the Carnival Celebration Didn't Disappoint

🥈 · 428 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Splendor
+1 more
Dr Seuss Parade | Kids Activities aboard Carnival Celebration8:44Vlog

Dr Seuss Parade | Kids Activities aboard Carnival Celebration

🥈 · 638 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Trunk Bay St. John: Ferry from St. Thomas (Cruise Day Trip Vlog)10:04Vlog

Trunk Bay St. John: Ferry from St. Thomas (Cruise Day Trip Vlog)

🥈 · 5K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Exploring Old San Juan | Castle | Walking Tour11:50Vlog

Exploring Old San Juan | Castle | Walking Tour

🥈 · 156 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Wonder
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Dream
Carnival Celebration Steakhouse Experience | Fahrenheit 5553:33

Carnival Celebration Steakhouse Experience | Fahrenheit 555

· 467 views · 1 years ago
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Carnival Celebration | Cabin Tour | Sail Away Party | Tips10:48Tour

Carnival Celebration | Cabin Tour | Sail Away Party | Tips

🥈 · 2K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
3 Days in Miami Before Our Cruise | Everglades, Hollywood Beach & Sightseeing Cruise22:19Vlog

3 Days in Miami Before Our Cruise | Everglades, Hollywood Beach & Sightseeing Cruise

🥈 · 202 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
TIPS for Santorini Cruise Passengers | Info & Excursion Guide | Important Info14:55Tips

TIPS for Santorini Cruise Passengers | Info & Excursion Guide | Important Info

🥈 · 984 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Athens Cruise Port Info & Tips | Inexpensive DIY Itinerary12:48Tips

Athens Cruise Port Info & Tips | Inexpensive DIY Itinerary

🥈 · 15K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
Santorini Cruise Port & Info Excursion Guide Options Tips14:55Tips

Santorini Cruise Port & Info Excursion Guide Options Tips

🥈 · 49K views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Celebration Walking Times Lapse TOUR | Decks 6 - 7 -  89:56

Carnival Celebration Walking Times Lapse TOUR | Decks 6 - 7 - 8

· 480 views · 2 years ago
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration
Had to Call CARNIVAL CRUISE SECURITY | MY STORY9:22Vlog

Had to Call CARNIVAL CRUISE SECURITY | MY STORY

🥈 · 765 views · 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Celebration