Trip Bacon β€” The secret ingredient to the perfect getaway logo
Professor Melissa

Professor Melissa

πŸ…Authority Creator
1,211 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon1,415 Total Videos on YouTube88K subscribers

Professor Melissa description on YouTube:

I'm a university professor with a passion for travel, specifically cruising. I use every opportunity to see the world, and I love sharing what I learn along the way with others. Connect with me: TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ www.professormelissa.com Subscribe to my channel for regular cruise content, advice, tips, and strategies, and subscribe to my Cruiseletter at www.profmelissa.com/subscribe to get this same info (in written form) delivered straight to your inbox.

Catalogue CoverageDeep coverage
Deep coverage Β· Professor Melissa

We’ve analysed 1,211 of 1,400+ videos so far.

Published
1,211
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
1,415
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage86%

Comprehensive read on Professor Melissa's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.

Annual Activity
Professor Melissa’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
    148
  2. 2025
    610
  3. 2024
    482
  4. 2023
    3
Heat scale
0% β†’ 100%β€œDiscovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.
Live Reviews

What Creators Are Saying About Professor Melissa

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

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

Strongest Praise
Shows
20 mentions
Biggest Critique
Wi-Fi
31 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
Barely Crispy97 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Solid Strip51 video mentions
Top
Buffet
No strong opinion28 video mentions
Room Service
No strong opinion25 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
Barely Crispy117 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
Barely Crispy55 video mentions
Suites
No strong opinion10 video mentions

Entertainment

Shows
Solid Strip20 video mentions
Top
Nightlife
Barely Crispy21 video mentions
Casino
No strong opinion29 video mentions
Activities
A Nibble27 video mentions

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
No strong opinion35 video mentions
Low
Water Park
Barely Crispy19 video mentions
Kids & Family
A Nibble98 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
A Nibble11 video mentions
Top

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Barely Crispy107 video mentions
Embarkation
Barely Crispy98 video mentions
Crew & Service
Barely Crispy154 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
Barely Crispy88 video mentions
Value
No strong opinion304 video mentions
Low
Excursions
Barely Crispy114 video mentions
Wi-Fi
Mild Gripe31 video mentions
Low
Loyalty Program
No strong opinion79 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
77%
Great fit
Couples
70%
Great fit
Families (Young Kids)
68%
Great fit
Families (Teens)
70%
Great fit
Groups
65%
Great fit
Best Match
Adults-Only
88%
Loved
No consensus seals earned yet

Seals are awarded when topics or audiences cross positive thresholds with sufficient volume.

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

β€œWe had the perfect day in Curacel.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œOh my god, that was out of this world.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œSo overall, is it worth it? Absolutely.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œIf you take an Alaskan cruise, you got to get at least one whale watching excursion in. And yes, you will see whales from the cruise ship, but a whale watching experience or excursion gets you up much more close and personal.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œFor 40 bucks, you get a British Colonial day pass that is taxes and fees included, and it includes a meal.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa
The Watch-outs

β€œA band-aid, an ink pen, a fake eyelash, straws, a child's plastic spider ring, must have been Halloween, coins, and a nose ring hoop.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œI kind of hate it.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œI can't imagine trying to live my best life, even into my older age, not feeling well on an excursion and being told we'll just head back. It's just absolutely heartbreaking, unforgivable, and devastating.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œone man on Rap City of the Seas a few days ago took this literally and jumped off the ship because he incurred a massive gambling debt on the ship.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

β€œBar none the worst cruise experience I've ever had. Both ship, food, service, everything.”

πŸ…AuthorityProfessor Melissa

Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Professor Melissa.

  1. Check itinerary language specifically for 'full transit', 'partial transit', or 'port of call' to avoid booking errors.

  2. Set your alarm earlier than the published canal transit time as announcements can be quiet.

  3. Splurge on a balcony stateroom to comfortably watch the canal transit.

  4. Book cruise line excursions in advance for Panama (Colon) because independent shore excursions may not be possible during Gatun Lake transits.

  5. In Cartagena, prioritize the walled city in the morning to avoid heat and aggressive vendors.

  6. Use headphones or AirPods for music instead of playing it out loud.

  7. If you are able-bodied and only traveling one or two decks, take the stairs to leave elevators for those with mobility issues.

  8. Respect designated smoking areas and avoid smoking on balconies.

Videos (1211)

Interior Promenade Stateroom Review on Royal Caribbean -0:59Tour

Interior Promenade Stateroom Review on Royal Caribbean -

πŸ… Β· 16K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
No steamers allowed… so what do you do?0:59Tips

No steamers allowed… so what do you do?

πŸ… Β· 10K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Is the Nassau, Bahamas Cruise Port Safe for Tourists? -0:59Tour

Is the Nassau, Bahamas Cruise Port Safe for Tourists? -

πŸ… Β· 14K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Discovering the St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Cruise Port: Taxis, Beaches & More2:44Tips

Discovering the St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands Cruise Port: Taxis, Beaches & More

πŸ… Β· 26K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
One of the many great things about cruising is free childcare.0:59Tips

One of the many great things about cruising is free childcare.

πŸ… Β· 17K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
And it’s always on one certain cruise line… 😜0:26Vlog

And it’s always on one certain cruise line… 😜

πŸ… Β· 7K views Β· 2 years ago
Mixed
What You Need to Know about the Fort Lauderdale Port Everglades Cruise Port - #cruise #shorts #port0:59Tips

What You Need to Know about the Fort Lauderdale Port Everglades Cruise Port - #cruise #shorts #port

πŸ… Β· 17K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Getting to the Cruise Port: Flying Same-Day versus Early5:01Tips

Getting to the Cruise Port: Flying Same-Day versus Early

πŸ… Β· 2K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
All staterooms are great, but here are the pros and cons of an ocean view room.0:59Tips

All staterooms are great, but here are the pros and cons of an ocean view room.

πŸ… Β· 459K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Avoid Getting Sick on a Cruise: Tips & Strategies - #cruise #shorts #cruiseship0:59Tips

Avoid Getting Sick on a Cruise: Tips & Strategies - #cruise #shorts #cruiseship

πŸ… Β· 2K views Β· 2 years ago
Positive
Cruise Essentials to Bring on Your Next Sailing: Straws - #cruise #shorts #cruisehacks0:42Tips

Cruise Essentials to Bring on Your Next Sailing: Straws - #cruise #shorts #cruisehacks

πŸ… Β· 22K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Best Fort Lauderdale Hotels for Cruisers with Cruise Port Shuttle6:05Tips

Best Fort Lauderdale Hotels for Cruisers with Cruise Port Shuttle

πŸ… Β· 42K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Cruise Ship WiFi Hack: How to Save Money on Cruise Internet - #cruise #shorts #cruisehacks0:44Tips

Cruise Ship WiFi Hack: How to Save Money on Cruise Internet - #cruise #shorts #cruisehacks

πŸ… Β· 132K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Have you ever seen an upside down pineapple?0:06

Have you ever seen an upside down pineapple?

Β· 8K views Β· 2 years ago
Crying right now…0:59Vlog

Crying right now…

πŸ… Β· 2K views Β· 2 years ago
Mixed
Affordable Hotels Near Port Canaveral with Shuttles, Parking & More!8:18Tips

Affordable Hotels Near Port Canaveral with Shuttles, Parking & More!

πŸ… Β· 39K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
I never paid much attention to Family Harbor room options, but now I’m hooked.0:59Tips

I never paid much attention to Family Harbor room options, but now I’m hooked.

πŸ… Β· 66K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Cruise Ship Interior Stateroom Review: Carnival Mardi Gras - #cruise #shorts #carnival #mardigras0:59Tour

Cruise Ship Interior Stateroom Review: Carnival Mardi Gras - #cruise #shorts #carnival #mardigras

πŸ… Β· 21K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Mardi Gras
Things to do in Grand Turk: Pink Starbucks - #cruise #shorts #grandturk #cruiseport #starbucks0:17Vlog

Things to do in Grand Turk: Pink Starbucks - #cruise #shorts #grandturk #cruiseport #starbucks

πŸ… Β· 8K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Best Beachfront & Affordable Miami Hotels Near the Cruise Port with a Shuttle7:25Tips

Best Beachfront & Affordable Miami Hotels Near the Cruise Port with a Shuttle

πŸ… Β· 70K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Is Carnival’s BOLT roller coaster at sea worth it? #cruiseshiptrip0:59Review

Is Carnival’s BOLT roller coaster at sea worth it? #cruiseshiptrip

πŸ… Β· 19K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Do I Need a Passport to Cruise? Not Always, But You Should - #cruise #shorts #cruisetips #travel0:53Tips

Do I Need a Passport to Cruise? Not Always, But You Should - #cruise #shorts #cruisetips #travel

πŸ… Β· 5K views Β· 2 years ago
Mixed
Port days are the best days!0:59Tips

Port days are the best days!

πŸ… Β· 7K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Amber Cove Cruise Port Review: Taxis, Beaches & More - #cruise #shorts #ambercove #puertoplata0:59Review

Amber Cove Cruise Port Review: Taxis, Beaches & More - #cruise #shorts #ambercove #puertoplata

πŸ… Β· 5K views Β· 2 years ago
Highly Positive
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Carnival Cruise Line