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Chris Frame the Maritime Historian

Chris Frame the Maritime Historian

πŸ₯ˆExpert Creator
666 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon742 Total Videos on YouTube49K 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 666 of 742 videos so far.

Published
666
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
742
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage90%

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
    93
  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.

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
11 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Solid Strip112 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Solid Strip77 video mentions
Buffet
A Nibble33 video mentions
Room Service
Barely Crispy11 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
A Nibble78 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Solid Strip51 video mentions
Suites
Solid Strip28 video mentions

Entertainment

Shows
Solid Strip79 video mentions
Nightlife
Solid Strip24 video mentions
Casino
Solid Strip6 video mentions
Activities
Solid Strip61 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
Solid Strip58 video mentions
Water Park
Seriously Tasty24 video mentions
Top
Kids & Family
Solid Strip24 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Seriously Tasty46 video mentions
Top

Ship & Crew

Ship Design
Seriously Tasty6 video mentions
Ship Condition
A Nibble792 video mentions
Embarkation
A Nibble23 video mentions
Crew & Service
Solid Strip164 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
A Nibble44 video mentions
Value
A Nibble123 video mentions
Excursions
Seriously Tasty1 video mention
Top
Wi-Fi
A Nibble18 video mentions
Loyalty Program
A Nibble70 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)
76%
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€œShe's just fantastic.”

β€œThis is better designed than the Edgeclass. It's just absolutely beautifully designed.”

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

  2. Implement thorough safety management systems for routine examination of critical equipment.

  3. If you're planning on a cruise in 2026 or 2027 in Brazil and you speak Portuguese, keep an eye out for Buena Vista.

  4. Book an ocean view cabin after guest services on deck three for a 7-foot floor-to-ceiling window.

  5. Consider older Millennium class ships for better value and classic cruising experience.

  6. Don't pay extra for the retreat; you can get similar service in standard cabins.

  7. Check the Expert Cruise Show for updates on the war's impact on cruising.

  8. Support the channel by joining as a member or purchasing the creator's book.

Videos (666)

Cunard's Queen Anne is AFLOAT!2:28Tips

Cunard's Queen Anne is AFLOAT!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 14K views Β· 3 years ago
Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Holland America Line logo
Holland America Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Anne
+1 more
Queen Anne gets her FUNNEL! Cunard’s iconic funnel design explored.5:20Tour

Queen Anne gets her FUNNEL! Cunard’s iconic funnel design explored.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 10K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
+3 more
Solar Eclipse - EPIC P&O Cruise into TOTALITY!9:41Vlog

Solar Eclipse - EPIC P&O Cruise into TOTALITY!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
The hilarious mistake behind Queen Mary’s name! #shorts0:59Tips

The hilarious mistake behind Queen Mary’s name! #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 6K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Victoria
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
Chris Frame Maritime History Lecturer2:20

Chris Frame Maritime History Lecturer

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 1K views Β· 3 years ago
Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
+3 more
P&O Cruises’ MASSIVE MILESTONE!5:01Tour

P&O Cruises’ MASSIVE MILESTONE!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
+2 more
Here’s why Cunard is celebrating history with photographs!3:36Vlog

Here’s why Cunard is celebrating history with photographs!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Viking Cruise Lines logo
Viking Cruise Lines
Cunard Line logo
Queen Victoria
+2 more
Why QM2’s stern looks strange? #shorts1:00Tour

Why QM2’s stern looks strange? #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 5K views Β· 3 years ago
Mixed
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
Pacific Encounter Refit REVEALED! What’s new aboard P&O’s Pacific Encounter?2:37Tour

Pacific Encounter Refit REVEALED! What’s new aboard P&O’s Pacific Encounter?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 22K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Star Princess
Top 5 BEST Things on Norwegian Spirit cruise ship REVEALED!5:45Review

Top 5 BEST Things on Norwegian Spirit cruise ship REVEALED!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 24K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Spirit
Who named Queen Mary 2? #shorts0:36Tour

Who named Queen Mary 2? #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 10K views Β· 3 years ago
Mixed
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
Cunard Line logo
Queen Elizabeth
This ship looks like a Dolphin 🐬 #shorts0:31Tour

This ship looks like a Dolphin 🐬 #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 3 years ago
Positive
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Regal Princess
What’s there to do on Pacific Explorer #shorts0:59Tour

What’s there to do on Pacific Explorer #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 6K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
This cruise ship has go karts! #shorts0:55Tour

This cruise ship has go karts! #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Prima
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Spirit Cabin Categories Tour! Norwegian Cruise Line cabins #shorts #sponsored0:58Tour

Norwegian Spirit Cabin Categories Tour! Norwegian Cruise Line cabins #shorts #sponsored

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 13K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Spirit
What does QM2’s 88 year old whistle sound like? #shorts0:05

What does QM2’s 88 year old whistle sound like? #shorts

Β· 24K views Β· 3 years ago
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Why QE2 was so famous? #shorts0:32Review

Why QE2 was so famous? #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 5K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Why an Ocean Liner was the ONLY way to cross the Atlantic in 2010? #shorts0:16Tips

Why an Ocean Liner was the ONLY way to cross the Atlantic in 2010? #shorts

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 9K views Β· 3 years ago
Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
Norwegian Spirit Full HD Tour - First look after $100M REFIT!!11:10Tour

Norwegian Spirit Full HD Tour - First look after $100M REFIT!!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 48K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Prima
What I love about REFURBISHED Norwegian Spirit! #shorts #sponsored0:54Vlog

What I love about REFURBISHED Norwegian Spirit! #shorts #sponsored

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 6K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Bliss
+1 more
First look at Norwegian Spirit’s NEW hull art! 🎨 πŸ›³οΈ #shorts #sponsored0:15

First look at Norwegian Spirit’s NEW hull art! 🎨 πŸ›³οΈ #shorts #sponsored

Β· 3K views Β· 3 years ago
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Bliss
+1 more
What’s NEW on Norwegian Spirit after $100m refit? #shorts #sponsored0:44Tour

What’s NEW on Norwegian Spirit after $100m refit? #shorts #sponsored

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 3 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Spirit
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Bliss
+1 more
You Won't Believe the Size of the QE2's Engines: Cunard's Fastest Queen.5:39Tour

You Won't Believe the Size of the QE2's Engines: Cunard's Fastest Queen.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 19K views Β· 3 years ago
Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Mary 2
Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship Arrival Timelapse.4:54

Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship Arrival Timelapse.

Β· 2K views Β· 3 years ago
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Cunard Line logo
Queen Elizabeth