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)
0:41TourThis is a must stop spot for me every time I cruise to Nassau, especially because you can walk there
0:21TourIf You've Found This Hidden Gem in Nassau, Sorry... But Not Really!
0:05Who Else is Obsessed with the Ship Channel?
0:47TipsCarnival to Enforce its Minor Policy
12:35TipsMaximize Your Short Cruise: Expert Tips for Planning, Packing, and Enjoying Every Moment
1:00TipsNassau’s Public Beaches Are Great, But Are They Too Crowded?
1:00TipsWould You Do Laundry on a Cruise? How It Can Help You Pack Light!
0:13This Simple Cruise Hack Most First-Time Cruisers Miss!
1:00TipsNassau Private Driver
0:08Anyone else? 🤷♀️
1:00TourDo Cruise Ship Staterooms Feel Claustrophobic?
0:14This Guy’s Burgers Hack Will Make You Love Carnival Even More!
1:00TipsWhat to Expect on Carnival's Elegant Night
11:53TipsThe Cruise Ship Buffet Dining Secrets You Weren't Meant to Know
0:33TipsDo You Make Special Requests on Cruises?
1:00TipsAre You a Stateroom Snob or Budget Baller?
1:00Cruise Finds at Five Below
1:05TipsHow to Become a Travel Agent (the EASY WAY)
0:08What’s Your Favorite Cruise “Hidden Menu” Item?
0:19TipsAnyone Else Bummed Out by this News? 😢
0:18Calories Don’t Count When You’re on a Cruise
1:00ReviewThoughts on Carnival’s Conquest Class Ships: What’s Yours?
0:15Have you ever participated in this entertaining activity? 🏃♀️
13:06TipsThe 5 Best Cruise Destinations (Ranked) for 2025
