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Cruise and Travel With Bill Panoff

Cruise and Travel With Bill Panoff

🥉Knowledgeable Creator
736 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon1,246 Total Videos on YouTube13K subscribers

Cruise and Travel With Bill Panoff description on YouTube:

Bill Panoff , Editor in Chief of Porthole Cruise Magazine brings you cruise news, ship tours, and interviews with the cruise line CEOs and insiders who actually run the industry. I’ve spent 35+ years inside the cruise world, and this channel is where I use that access. Straight-talk conversations with the people shaping how you sail, honest reviews, and the answers you’ll never get from a brochure. I’m also host of the Porthole Cruise & Travel Series on Amazon Prime. If you want the real story behind the cruise industry, you’re in the right place. Join me — subscribe and come aboard. ⚓

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage · Cruise and Travel With Bill Panoff

We’ve analysed 736 of 1,200+ videos so far.

Published
736
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
1,246
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage59%

Comprehensive read on Cruise and Travel With Bill Panoff 's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Cruise and Travel With Bill Panoff ’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
    65
  2. 2025
    161
  3. 2024
    307
  4. 2023
    310
  5. 2022
    218
  6. 2021
    55
  7. 2020
    28
  8. 2019
    17
  9. 2018
    40
  10. 2017
    9
Heat scale
0% → 100%“Discovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

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

Strongest Praise
Main Dining
63 mentions
Biggest Critique
Loyalty Program
19 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Seriously Tasty63 video mentions
Top
Specialty Dining
Seriously Tasty78 video mentions
Top
Buffet
Seriously Tasty8 video mentions
Room Service
Seriously Tasty3 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
Solid Strip10 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Seriously Tasty22 video mentions
Suites
Seriously Tasty78 video mentions

Entertainment

Shows
Seriously Tasty94 video mentions
Nightlife
Seriously Tasty11 video mentions
Casino
Seriously Tasty2 video mentions
Activities
Seriously Tasty56 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
Seriously Tasty31 video mentions
Water Park
Seriously Tasty8 video mentions
Kids & Family
Seriously Tasty44 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Seriously Tasty52 video mentions
Top

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Seriously Tasty124 video mentions
Embarkation
Seriously Tasty65 video mentions
Crew & Service
Seriously Tasty224 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
Solid Strip65 video mentions
Value
Solid Strip147 video mentions
Excursions
Seriously Tasty120 video mentions
Wi-Fi
Solid Strip22 video mentions
Loyalty Program
Solid Strip19 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.

Best Match
Couples
88%
Loved

Consensus Seals

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

Foodie Favorite
Dining consistently praised
Date Night Ready
High sentiment from couples
Thrill Ship
Standout water park & activities
Great Value
Positive consensus on value-for-money
Veteran Approved
Experienced cruisers endorse this ship
Showstopper
Entertainment praised by creators

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

From magnificent mountains soaring over floating ice to unparalleled service, spectacular food, and the most welcoming crew, I have been touched forever.

I love the experience and I'm hooked on cooking and I'm wearing my apron very proudly

the ship the crew and the entertainment were nothing but superb

this Cruise if not already should be on everyone's bucket list

I wish every day could end like this

The Watch-outs

I can't stay here in Bar Harbor unless you have a room for me

The people of Jamaica are facing unimaginable devastation after Hurricane Melissa

I got lost in the tour I'm looking for my cruise ship have you seen my ship

i didn't like the tomahawk at all i really was not good

It was The Enchanted princess it was The Enchanted I'm getting disenchanted

Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Cruise and Travel With Bill Panoff .

  1. Visit the Distillery District in Toronto early in the morning for a cup of coffee to avoid crowds.

  2. When visiting the Niagara Power Station, be prepared to get wet even with a poncho.

  3. In Cleveland, don't miss the Cleveland Museum of Art as admission is always free.

  4. Be surprised to have us exceed your expectations.

  5. We fly you in a day before to make travel frictionless.

  6. Focus on better food delivery, better shore excursions, better mattresses and linens.

  7. Take time to relax in the library or by the pool for a perfect afternoon.

  8. Consider the Cayman Islands for a cruise vacation due to its unique attractions and safety

Videos (736)

CRUISING SECRETS YOU MUST KNOW | THE INSIDE SCOOP ON CRUISE TIPS3:52Tips

CRUISING SECRETS YOU MUST KNOW | THE INSIDE SCOOP ON CRUISE TIPS

· 2K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Top 7 Things Cruise Directors Never Tell You4:58Tips

Top 7 Things Cruise Directors Never Tell You

· 3K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
The Ultimate Antarctica Voyage |  By Porthole Cruise and Travel17:34Review

The Ultimate Antarctica Voyage | By Porthole Cruise and Travel

· 40K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Navigator
DRESSED FOR THE CHILL | MUST HAVE ADVENTURE WEAR FOR ANTARCTICA1:33Tips

DRESSED FOR THE CHILL | MUST HAVE ADVENTURE WEAR FOR ANTARCTICA

· 6K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Navigator
TOP GUEST INNOVATIONS ON CRUISE SHIPS | HOLLAND AMERICA LINE, MSC CRUISES, DISNEY WISH, AND MORE4:48Compare

TOP GUEST INNOVATIONS ON CRUISE SHIPS | HOLLAND AMERICA LINE, MSC CRUISES, DISNEY WISH, AND MORE

· 2K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Cruises USA
Holland America Line logo
Holland America Line
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Cruise Line
+8 more
CRUISE UPDATE MARGARITAVILLE AT SEA SNEAK PEEK | INSIDE SCOOP FOR 2022 LAUNCH12:16Tour

CRUISE UPDATE MARGARITAVILLE AT SEA SNEAK PEEK | INSIDE SCOOP FOR 2022 LAUNCH

· 12K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES 2022 | WHAT'S NEXT? | ANTARCTICA AND MORE..7:21Tour

ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES 2022 | WHAT'S NEXT? | ANTARCTICA AND MORE..

· 23K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Atlas Ocean Voyages logo
World Navigator
CRUISING WITH WINDSTAR INCLUSIVE PACKAGES AND NEW ITINERARIES FOR 2022 | WHAT TO EXPECT2:24Tips

CRUISING WITH WINDSTAR INCLUSIVE PACKAGES AND NEW ITINERARIES FOR 2022 | WHAT TO EXPECT

· 4K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Windstar Cruises logo
Windstar Cruises
Windstar Cruises logo
Wind Star
Windstar Cruises logo
Star Breeze
NCL's GREAT CRUISE COMEBACK! | 2022 NCL NEWS YOU CAN'T MISS!15:20Tips

NCL's GREAT CRUISE COMEBACK! | 2022 NCL NEWS YOU CAN'T MISS!

· 4K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Prima
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Epic
3 CRUISE TIPS THAT WILL CHANGE CRUISING FOR YOU | TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS2:20Tips

3 CRUISE TIPS THAT WILL CHANGE CRUISING FOR YOU | TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS

· 4K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
MONEY SAVING CRUISE TIPS 2021-2022 | ESSENTIAL FOR FIRST TIME CRUISERS2:42Tips

MONEY SAVING CRUISE TIPS 2021-2022 | ESSENTIAL FOR FIRST TIME CRUISERS

· 3K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Apex
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
CRUISING IS BACK | FRONT ROW SEATS WITH RUBÉN RODRÍGUEZ PRESIDENT OF MSC CRUISES USA AND BILL PANOFF7:44Review

CRUISING IS BACK | FRONT ROW SEATS WITH RUBÉN RODRÍGUEZ PRESIDENT OF MSC CRUISES USA AND BILL PANOFF

· 11K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Cruises USA
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Seashore
MSC CRUISES NEW PLANS FOR 2022 WITH KEN MUSKAT, EVP & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER4:53

MSC CRUISES NEW PLANS FOR 2022 WITH KEN MUSKAT, EVP & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

· 2K views · 4 years ago
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Cruises USA
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Seashore
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Virtuosa
ROTTERDAM EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH SENIOR VP MICHAEL SMITH | SHIP UPDATES ON HOLLAND AMERICA LINE4:20Tour

ROTTERDAM EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH SENIOR VP MICHAEL SMITH | SHIP UPDATES ON HOLLAND AMERICA LINE

· 3K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Holland America Line logo
Holland America Line
Holland America Line logo
Rotterdam
Holland America Line logo
Nieuw Amsterdam
KIDS ARE NOW SAILING FREE ON HOLLAND AMERICA LINE | NEW ROTTERDAM SHIP 2021 INSIDE LOOK3:29

KIDS ARE NOW SAILING FREE ON HOLLAND AMERICA LINE | NEW ROTTERDAM SHIP 2021 INSIDE LOOK

· 2K views · 4 years ago
Holland America Line logo
Holland America Line
Holland America Line logo
Rotterdam
EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT CELEBRITY APEX 2021 | NEW ENTERTAINMENT AND IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES6:23Tour

EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT CELEBRITY APEX 2021 | NEW ENTERTAINMENT AND IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES

· 2K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Apex
INTERVIEW WITH PRESIDENT OF CELEBRITY CRUISES LISA LUTOFF-PERLO | EVERYTHING NEW WITH CELEBRITY2:44Tour

INTERVIEW WITH PRESIDENT OF CELEBRITY CRUISES LISA LUTOFF-PERLO | EVERYTHING NEW WITH CELEBRITY

· 2K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Beyond
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Apex
QATAR IS HOSTING THE WORLD CUP IN 2022 | EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PORT DEVELOPMENTS4:29Tour

QATAR IS HOSTING THE WORLD CUP IN 2022 | EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PORT DEVELOPMENTS

· 2K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
ST. KITTS IS OPENING | CELEBRITY EQUINOX NOW CRUISING TO THE ISLAND | AND MORE!!3:24Tips

ST. KITTS IS OPENING | CELEBRITY EQUINOX NOW CRUISING TO THE ISLAND | AND MORE!!

· 2K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Equinox
CARNIVAL Mardi GRAS SHIP TOUR | BEHIND THE SCENES SHIP NAMING CEREMONY5:34Tour

CARNIVAL Mardi GRAS SHIP TOUR | BEHIND THE SCENES SHIP NAMING CEREMONY

· 531 views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Mardi Gras
ALL EXCLUSIVE INSIDE LOOK | On Board New CELEBRITY BEYOND | And Its Suites2:26Tour

ALL EXCLUSIVE INSIDE LOOK | On Board New CELEBRITY BEYOND | And Its Suites

· 7K views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Beyond
+1 more
US Virgin Islands Post Pandemic | CRUISE RETURN3:22Tour

US Virgin Islands Post Pandemic | CRUISE RETURN

· 272 views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive
CRUISING IS BACK: NEW DISNEY WISH EXHIBIT, PRINCESS CRUISE SAILINGS + MORE1:57Compare

CRUISING IS BACK: NEW DISNEY WISH EXHIBIT, PRINCESS CRUISE SAILINGS + MORE

· 140 views · 4 years ago
Positive
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
Disney Cruise Line logo
Disney Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
+2 more
Discover St.Maarten/ St Martin  | CRUISING RETURNS | Tourism Minister Discusses Plans for Future2:13Tour

Discover St.Maarten/ St Martin | CRUISING RETURNS | Tourism Minister Discusses Plans for Future

· 211 views · 4 years ago
Highly Positive