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Hubbards Journey

Hubbards Journey

πŸ₯ˆExpert Creator
593 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon733 Total Videos on YouTube11K subscribers

Hubbards Journey description on YouTube:

🌍 Welcome to Hubbard’s Journey – where travel meets real life. πŸŽ₯ We’re Michael & Andrea, a husband-and-wife YouTube vloggers with a few decades of life (and travel) under our belts. We explore the world one destination at a time β€” on a budget, with curiosity and a camera in hand. 🚒 From cruise ship cabins and ship tours to port day tips and travel day hacks, we document our adventures to help you plan yours β€” or just enjoy the ride with us! What you’ll find here: πŸ›οΈ Honest cruise reviews & cabin tours πŸ“ Port guides, local eats & cultural gems 🧳 Behind-the-scenes ship life & travel days πŸ’° Budget-friendly travel tips & real-world experiences πŸ‘Ÿ Lots of steps & active days πŸ›³οΈ 60+ cruises 🌍 All 7 continents explored | 50+ countries visited (and counting!) 😊 Our personalities, quirks, and the occasional travel blooper 🎬 We’re not luxury travelers β€” we’re real travelers with a love for storytelling and a craving for the journey. πŸ’¬ Subscribe and come explore with us!

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage Β· Hubbards Journey

We’ve analysed 593 of 733 videos so far.

Published
593
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
733
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage81%

Comprehensive read on Hubbards Journey's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Hubbards Journey’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
    72
  2. 2025
    190
  3. 2024
    257
  4. 2023
    181
Heat scale
0% β†’ 100%β€œDiscovered” = 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 β€” 0 to 5. More bacon, more love.

Strongest Praise
Suites
3 mentions
Biggest Critique
Wi-Fi
62 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Solid Strip51 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Seriously Tasty60 video mentions
Top
Buffet
Solid Strip32 video mentions
Room Service
Solid Strip8 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
A Nibble152 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Solid Strip79 video mentions
Suites
Seriously Tasty3 video mentions
Top

Entertainment

Shows
Solid Strip33 video mentions
Nightlife
Seriously Tasty30 video mentions
Casino
A Nibble76 video mentions
Activities
Solid Strip54 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
Solid Strip84 video mentions
Water Park
Seriously Tasty4 video mentions
Top
Kids & Family
Solid Strip37 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Solid Strip43 video mentions

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Solid Strip207 video mentions
Embarkation
Solid Strip103 video mentions
Crew & Service
Solid Strip325 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
A Nibble37 video mentions
Value
A Nibble54 video mentions
Excursions
Solid Strip102 video mentions
Wi-Fi
Slight Frown62 video mentions
Low
Loyalty Program
A Nibble45 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.

Best Match
Solo Travelers
90%
Loved
Couples
75%
Great fit
Families (Young Kids)
67%
Great fit
Groups
80%
Loved

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

β€œthe hotel staff at the front desk were over the top I mean they were just fantastic”

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β€œwe're coming back”

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β€œyou can taste the the the fresh olive oil the garlic with the parsley and the crush red all combined together with the grated cheese oh my God it's amazing”

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β€œI would absolutely stay here again I really didn't have I have any negatives to be honest with you”

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β€œwould you stay at the ARA Hotel again absolutely why not absolutely loved it it was amazing great location”

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The Watch-outs

β€œan individual unfortunately went through a tragic situation and has passed away and we like to get our prayers out for the deceased and their family”

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β€œThis is probably the worst the loudest cabin we have ever been at.”

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β€œThe Wi-Fi on Princess Line cruise lines, in my opinion, based on tests that I do, I do speed tests on every cruise ship that we cruise on, and by far, Princess has the worst Wi-Fi.”

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β€œThe minute we checked in, we got upstairs to our room. We got an email and the email says, "Oh, sorry. There's no cruise next week."”

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β€œThe water pressure on this ship is horrible. Check out the three different ships I have here.”

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Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Hubbards Journey.

  1. Try every sandwich and dessert at afternoon tea for the full experience.

  2. Use a fork for the rich chocolate desserts to avoid making a mess.

  3. Book a future Queen Mary cruise to take advantage of all offerings.

  4. Try the Hubbard 100 slot pull method: put $100 in, play 10 max-bet spins, then walk away.

  5. Avoid guest services on embarkation day to save time.

  6. Get to the theater early for a good seat with a clear view.

  7. Check out the secret forward-facing observation decks if they are open.

  8. Visit Serenity Adult-Only Retreat early to secure a lounger or cabana.

Videos (593)

How-To Visit Cinque Terre villages from La Spezia Cruise Port, Italy by Train - Only 1 DAY in Port!11:50Tips

How-To Visit Cinque Terre villages from La Spezia Cruise Port, Italy by Train - Only 1 DAY in Port!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
+1 more
Carnival Pride Cabin 7201 Tour & Review7:17Tour

Carnival Pride Cabin 7201 Tour & Review

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 780 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Pride
On Your Own Port Day! FREE Walking Tour in Ajaccio, Corsica πŸ‡«πŸ‡·9:35Tour

On Your Own Port Day! FREE Walking Tour in Ajaccio, Corsica πŸ‡«πŸ‡·

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 12K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
Portofino, Italy Cruise Port - From a Water Shuttle to a Walk around this Fishing Village14:43

Portofino, Italy Cruise Port - From a Water Shuttle to a Walk around this Fishing Village

Β· 2K views Β· 2 years ago
Carnival Pride Premium Balcony Cabin 7301 Sleeps 4 Review & Tour7:06Tour

Carnival Pride Premium Balcony Cabin 7301 Sleeps 4 Review & Tour

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 6K views Β· 2 years ago
Critical
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Pride
We are currently on the Celebrity Edge in the Balearic Islands of Spain on the island of Ibiza.10:11Vlog

We are currently on the Celebrity Edge in the Balearic Islands of Spain on the island of Ibiza.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 175 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Edge β€œMediterranean Cruise” At Sea Buffet and Casino Tour.6:24Tour

Celebrity Edge β€œMediterranean Cruise” At Sea Buffet and Casino Tour.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Edge Day 1 Embarkation Day Process from Barcelona, Spain and a tour of the ship.14:10Tour

Celebrity Edge Day 1 Embarkation Day Process from Barcelona, Spain and a tour of the ship.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 3K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
+2 more
Celebrity Edge Day 2 - Deck 16 Tour  in Valencia, Spain. An amazing experience on this great ship.5:37Tour

Celebrity Edge Day 2 - Deck 16 Tour in Valencia, Spain. An amazing experience on this great ship.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 140 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
Valencia, Spain fresh markets and the city of Valencia Day 13 Transatlantic Cruise Carnival Freedom30:06

Valencia, Spain fresh markets and the city of Valencia Day 13 Transatlantic Cruise Carnival Freedom

Β· 185 views Β· 2 years ago
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Barcelona, Spain Transition from Carnival Freedom to Hotel Living Day 14. "Mount of Jews", Tapa's!22:42Vlog

Barcelona, Spain Transition from Carnival Freedom to Hotel Living Day 14. "Mount of Jews", Tapa's!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 178 views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Malaga, Spain from the Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise18:00Vlog

Malaga, Spain from the Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 1K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
MSC Cruises USA logo
MSC Cruises USA
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Celebrity Edge Cabin 8274 Review & Tour.10:28Tour

Celebrity Edge Cabin 8274 Review & Tour.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 2K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
+2 more
The Celebrity Edge Famous Magic Carpet. Come along with us on a Magic Carpet Ride and see the MAGIC.12:41Tour

The Celebrity Edge Famous Magic Carpet. Come along with us on a Magic Carpet Ride and see the MAGIC.

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 271 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Cruises logo
Celebrity Edge
Barcelona, Spain Cruise Ship Disembarkation and Transport to La Rambla4:09Tips

Barcelona, Spain Cruise Ship Disembarkation and Transport to La Rambla

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 4K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Day 11. What do we do at Sea? Carnival Freedom Transatlantic13:53

Day 11. What do we do at Sea? Carnival Freedom Transatlantic

Β· 1K views Β· 2 years ago
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Ponta Delgada, Azores - Forte de Sao Bras Military Museum17:39Vlog

Ponta Delgada, Azores - Forte de Sao Bras Military Museum

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 494 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Day 10. What do we do at Sea? Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise6:20Vlog

Day 10. What do we do at Sea? Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 715 views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Carnival Freedom - Tour of Decks 5, 4 & 334:37Tour

Carnival Freedom - Tour of Decks 5, 4 & 3

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 524 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Day 3 At Sea Activities and 10K Step Challenge - Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise16:28Vlog

Day 3 At Sea Activities and 10K Step Challenge - Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 745 views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Seabourn Cruise Line logo
Seabourn Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Cruise Ship Galley Kitchen Tour - Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise13:41Tour

Cruise Ship Galley Kitchen Tour - Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 1K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Bermuda - A Day Out Walking from the Port - Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise1:02:57Vlog

Bermuda - A Day Out Walking from the Port - Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 767 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Norwegian Cruise Line
Cunard Line logo
Cunard Line
+2 more
What do we do at Sea? Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise Day 544:01Vlog

What do we do at Sea? Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise Day 5

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 664 views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom
Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise Day 6. What do we do at Sea?37:29Vlog

Carnival Freedom Transatlantic Cruise Day 6. What do we do at Sea?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 376 views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Freedom