Professor Melissa
🏅Authority CreatorProfessor 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.
We’ve analysed 1,195 of 1,300+ videos so far.
Comprehensive read on Professor Melissa's catalogue. The signal below is well-grounded.
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Topic-by-topic creator consensus
Every topic scored on the Trip Bacon Score — 0 to 5. More bacon, more love.
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.
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What Creators Are Saying
Selected quotes from our creator panel.
“We had the perfect day in Curacel.”
“Oh my god, that was out of this world.”
“So overall, is it worth it? Absolutely.”
“MSC Seascape in mid-April currently starts around 385 dollars per person for an inside cabin. That's about 55 dollars per day. I'm sorry, that is a freaking steal.”
“And don't worry about missing the ship. Brian is a pro, and he's going to make sure you get back in time.”
“I kind of hate it.”
“I 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.”
“one 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.”
“I kind of hate it.”
“I'm just wrapping up a port day in Puerto Plata and unfortunately saw something that really shook me to the core and is very disturbing which was a man laying at the side of the road who had passed away.”
Pro Tips From Creators
The most-shared advice for Professor Melissa.
Consider repositioning cruises for better value.
Look for shoulder season sailings in September and October for the Caribbean.
Check Royal Caribbean's weekly 'Going Gone' sale PDF for last-minute deals.
Explore Holland America's standby program for low-cost sailings.
Use a travel agent to monitor dynamic pricing and find deals.
Never hide ducks in shops, pools, or hot tubs.
Hide keychain versions for more variety of hiding spots.
Look all around, up, and down to find hidden items.
Videos (1195)
0:19TipsThe old way of mustering was miserable (although for some reason Disney has gone back to doing it
1:00I just went shopping at Dollar Tree for some cheap cruise essentials, and I found some goodies.
0:22TipsHere’s one simple cruise stateroom change that can make a big difference
1:00ReviewAll-inclusive resorts in Nassau are rare, but they DO exist, and I finally got to try one
1:06TipsI love taking the occasional solo cruise, and I truly believe cruising is one of the BEST ways to
14:19TipsCruise Ship Shocker: Tragic Death, Viral Bans & Loyalty Backlash
1:00I recently did a haul for new cruise formal wear for elegant night (formal night), and all but one
0:40TipsIf you’re taking a cruise to Key West, here’s a great way to see all the sites in one hour, and
1:08TipsAnother day, another “tweak” to Carnival’s new VIFP program
1:01TipsOnly spend the bare minimum (even a couple hundred will get you started), and don’t get sucked in
1:00TipsWhat’s your take on formal or elegant nights on a cruise? I personally like an excuse to get fancy,
1:28VlogThe Carnival Horizon Incident: Should We Be Talking About It?
1:00TipsI welcome this change! Also… here’s where I’m headed to next! For more cruising tips,
1:00TourHere’s a look at Carnival Mardi Gras room 9423.
23:44TipsCruising from Port Canaveral? Don’t Book Anything Until You Know THIS
1:00TipsHere's what to expect when you cruise to St. Thomas
1:00ReviewIs MSC a good cruise line for kids? Here’s my take… For more cruising tips, recommendations, and
0:21TipsFor those who need a 🐔 fix… For more cruising tips, recommendations, and info, visit my blog at
19:23TipsCruise Chaos This Week: Teen Death, Bed Bugs, Brawls & Cruise Line Shakeups
0:27TipsIf you’re new to cruising, you might not be familiar with tender ports
1:00TipsDon’t make the same mistake I did
1:01TipsSeasoned cruisers probably know all of these, but it took me awhile to figure it out
1:04ReviewI’ve now visited nearly every Nassau day pass resort option, but this is one of the last ones I
0:20Tips