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Chris Frame the Maritime Historian

Chris Frame the Maritime Historian

πŸ₯ˆExpert Creator
674 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon674 Total Videos on YouTube50K subscribers

Chris Frame the Maritime Historian description on YouTube:

Official channel of Chris Frame the Maritime Historian. Home of The Expert Cruise Show, this channel offers expert cruise industry analysis, in-depth ship interior tours, and detailed maritime history. From the latest cruise updates and practical cruise advice to the design and engineering of classic liners; join independent maritime historian Chris Frame to explore the world’s most iconic ships.

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage Β· Chris Frame the Maritime Historian

We’ve analysed 674 of 674 videos so far.

Published
674
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
674
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage100%

Comprehensive read on Chris Frame the Maritime Historian's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Chris Frame the Maritime Historian’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
    96
  2. 2025
    218
  3. 2024
    100
  4. 2023
    74
  5. 2022
    30
  6. 2021
    37
  7. 2020
    57
  8. 2019
    27
  9. 2018
    21
  10. 2017
    25
Heat scale
0% β†’ 100%β€œDiscovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.
Showing the most recent 10 years Β· 7 earlier years not shown.
Live Reviews

What Creators Are Saying About Chris Frame the Maritime Historian

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

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

Strongest Praise
Excursions
1 mentions
Biggest Critique
Room Service
12 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Solid Strip113 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Solid Strip80 video mentions
Buffet
A Nibble34 video mentions
Room Service
Barely Crispy12 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
A Nibble79 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Solid Strip53 video mentions
Suites
Solid Strip28 video mentions

Entertainment

Shows
Solid Strip80 video mentions
Nightlife
Solid Strip24 video mentions
Casino
A Nibble8 video mentions
Activities
Solid Strip62 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
Solid Strip59 video mentions
Water Park
Solid Strip26 video mentions
Kids & Family
Solid Strip25 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Seriously Tasty47 video mentions
Top

Ship & Crew

Ship Design
Seriously Tasty6 video mentions
Top
Ship Condition
A Nibble818 video mentions
Embarkation
A Nibble26 video mentions
Crew & Service
Solid Strip162 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
A Nibble43 video mentions
Value
A Nibble125 video mentions
Excursions
Seriously Tasty1 video mention
Top
Wi-Fi
A Nibble20 video mentions
Loyalty Program
A Nibble66 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
50%
Solid choice
Best Match
Couples
81%
Loved
Families (Young Kids)
75%
Great fit

Consensus Seals

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

Thrill Ship
Standout water park & activities
First-Timer Friendly
Highly rated by first-time cruisers

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

β€œNot just on sea, but I think this is the best burger I've ever had.”

β€œThis was an absolutely faultless cruise.”

β€œbeing able to go up there and anchor in exmouth Bay on board Pacific Explorer meant that we had a front row seat for one of the most amazing events that you can see here on Earth”

β€œThe medallion app for Princess is actually I think probably the best that I've seen in the industry.”

β€œShe's just fantastic.”

The Watch-outs

β€œThe tragedy began 10 days into the voyage. On April 11, a Dutch passenger died on board the ship.”

β€œi was actually blocked by you know instagram and facebook for breaching their community policy by reporting too many fake accounts”

β€œWhat was meant to be a rare voyage through the South Atlantic Ocean has turned into a significant medical emergency.”

β€œReports indicate that the Strait remains effectively closed to commercial traffic with Iran reportedly demanding tolls of up to a million dollars for the safe passage through the Strait.”

β€œRegular bathing wasn't really a thing.”

Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Chris Frame the Maritime Historian.

  1. To avoid crowded ships, consider traveling off-season or choosing ships with better space ratios.

  2. Do due diligence on space ratios and cabin sizes before booking to ensure the ship meets your personality type (e.g., needing quiet vs. wanting high-density energy).

  3. If you can, get your Princess Medallion mailed to you before travel to avoid longer check-in times at the dock.

  4. Don't be blown by the hype of mega-ships; smaller ships (90k-100k tons) often provide a more luxurious and less crowded experience.

  5. Look for the 'sweet spot' in ship size to avoid the 'Disneyland' experience of constant queuing.

  6. The less you pay, the less disappointed you're going to be.

  7. Dietary control prior to a dive is very important; don't eat for six hours beforehand.

  8. Ensure regular detailed inspections of safety-critical seawater pipes to detect hidden corrosion.

Videos (674)

Cruise Vloggers Battle It Out: The BEST of cruise vloggers on YouTube. Ep. 28 The Expert Cruise Show46:37Tips

Cruise Vloggers Battle It Out: The BEST of cruise vloggers on YouTube. Ep. 28 The Expert Cruise Show

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 8K views Β· 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
+3 more
Cruise NEWS: Celebrity DROPS HUGE 2027-2028 Itineraries for Caribbean, Asia & South America2:12Tips

Cruise NEWS: Celebrity DROPS HUGE 2027-2028 Itineraries for Caribbean, Asia & South America

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
+15 more
Why a REAL ocean 'crossing' is NOT a cruise?8:37Tips

Why a REAL ocean 'crossing' is NOT a cruise?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 107K views Β· 8 months ago
Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
+3 more
Raising the SS Austral: The Largest Engineering Feat in Colonial Australia.5:56Review

Raising the SS Austral: The Largest Engineering Feat in Colonial Australia.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 50K views Β· 8 months ago
Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
The Ambition Dry Dock: HUGE UK Refit for a Ship With 4 Names5:38Tour

The Ambition Dry Dock: HUGE UK Refit for a Ship With 4 Names

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 8K views Β· 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
+4 more
CRUISE LINES are Taking Away Your Solo Cabins! [NCL’s Policy SHOCK] - Ep 27 The Expert Cruise Show44:54Review

CRUISE LINES are Taking Away Your Solo Cabins! [NCL’s Policy SHOCK] - Ep 27 The Expert Cruise Show

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 8 months ago
Critical
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Regent Seven Seas Cruises logo
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
+11 more
BREAKING: Disney Destiny ARRIVED! Everything You Need to Know About the New Ship4:44Tips

BREAKING: Disney Destiny ARRIVED! Everything You Need to Know About the New Ship

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 8 months ago
Highly Positive
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Cruise Line
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Destiny
+6 more
The QE2's $63 Million Disaster: Why The Queen Ran Aground8:45Tour

The QE2's $63 Million Disaster: Why The Queen Ran Aground

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 24K views Β· 8 months ago
Mixed
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Elizabeth
Holland America DROPS new Zuiderdam & Oosterdam CRUISES in latest itinerary update3:46Tips

Holland America DROPS new Zuiderdam & Oosterdam CRUISES in latest itinerary update

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Holland America Line logo
Holland America Line
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Scenic Cruises and Tours logo
Scenic Cruises and Tours
+6 more
EXPERT CRUISE NEWS: Cunard announcement will shock you!0:57Tips

EXPERT CRUISE NEWS: Cunard announcement will shock you!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 9 months ago
Mixed
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Cunard Line logo
Queen Elizabeth
+4 more
What if you DIE on a cruise?0:57Tips

What if you DIE on a cruise?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 9 months ago
Mixed
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Oceania Cruises logo
Oceania Cruises
+1 more
Cunard MAJOR Cruise News: 2 World Voyages + 4 Queens Cruises DROPPED!3:30Tips

Cunard MAJOR Cruise News: 2 World Voyages + 4 Queens Cruises DROPPED!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Voyager
+4 more
What it’s like lecturing on a cruise ship.0:11

What it’s like lecturing on a cruise ship.

Β· 2K views Β· 9 months ago
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
What does this sign mean, in the cruise ship window?1:00Vlog

What does this sign mean, in the cruise ship window?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 1K views Β· 9 months ago
Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
+4 more
Don't Cruise on Celebrity Edge Until You See THIS: Celebrity Edge EXPLORED, Ep 26 Expert Cruise Show50:54Review

Don't Cruise on Celebrity Edge Until You See THIS: Celebrity Edge EXPLORED, Ep 26 Expert Cruise Show

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
+7 more
How the BAR just slid past my window on a cruise ship?0:57Vlog

How the BAR just slid past my window on a cruise ship?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 9 months ago
Positive
The transatlantic is not for cruising!11:01Tips

The transatlantic is not for cruising!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 4K views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
+8 more
Should all cruise ships have this? #shorts1:00Tour

Should all cruise ships have this? #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 1K views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
IS CRUISING WORTH IT ANYMORE?1:13Review

IS CRUISING WORTH IT ANYMORE?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 9 months ago
Mixed
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
Cunard Line logo
Queen Victoria
+2 more
What makes the Celebrity Edge Cruise Ship Special?4:58Review

What makes the Celebrity Edge Cruise Ship Special?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 618 views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
+1 more
An Honest Queen Mary 2 review from an Expert Cruiser - Ep 25 The Expert Cruise Show47:04Review

An Honest Queen Mary 2 review from an Expert Cruiser - Ep 25 The Expert Cruise Show

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 14K views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
+6 more
The Celebrity Edge feature that CHANGES PORT DAYS for ever - Magic Carpet Review2:37Tour

The Celebrity Edge feature that CHANGES PORT DAYS for ever - Magic Carpet Review

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 9 months ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
This is what cruise ship entertainment is like in 2025! Celebrity Edge.0:45

This is what cruise ship entertainment is like in 2025! Celebrity Edge.

Β· 1K views Β· 9 months ago
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
Is Queen Mary 2 the last ocean liner? #shorts0:44Compare

Is Queen Mary 2 the last ocean liner? #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 1K views Β· 9 months ago
Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
Cunard Line logo
Queen Anne
+2 more