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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Value & Logistics
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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)
24:12TipsAlaska Cruise Tips They Don’t Tell You: Save $$$ & Skip the Lines
1:00TourI loved exploring St. Thomas!
1:00TipsWhy do people hate smart elevators so much?
0:58TipsI *always* have this problem on port days, but I found a solution…
0:35TipsThe one time to NOT cruise! 👮
1:00ReviewMSC will never be a fave, but they’ve come a long way…
1:00TipsAs someone who rarely drinks, it’s great to find some zero-proof options
1:01TipsWe had a perfect day at Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay yesterday
1:00TipsIs this drink package worrh it? Here’s one thing you need to consider that most people don’t think
1:05TipsHere’s what you can expect with Royal Caribbean’s room service breakfast options.
32:01TipsTop Mistakes to Avoid at CocoCay + Best Zones to Visit
1:00TipsWhat’s the best way to handle your luggage when getting off a cruise ship? For more cruising tips,
1:26VlogI always find cruise embarkation day to be exciting, but a little stressful
0:42TipsThe surprising essential to bring on your next cruise
16:30TipsCruise Tragedy, Santorini Backlash & Loyalty Shakeups: What Cruisers Need to Know
0:24TipsDid you realize this about (most) cruise ship balcony staterooms?
1:00TipsHere are some cruise packing tips so you don’t make the same mistakes I used to make
0:53TourJust got on my third ever RCL cruise, which is free on a casino offer
1:02TipsI’m lucky to have found the love of my life, and we recently took a cruise where his single brother
1:15TipsColor me shocked… a cruise line change in 2025 that’s actually GOOD for cruisers?!
0:47VlogMight throw a party, and of course would add in a cruise Q&A, but I dunno… 🤔
14:22ReviewIs Carnival Cruise Still Worth the Price in 2025?
1:00TourCome with me for a tour of a cruise ship balcony stateroom — specifically aboard MSC Seascape
1:01Review